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Jewish Activists Blockade Rep. Earl Blumenauer's Portland Office For Second Time in Two Weeks
Hours before an Israel/Hamas truce announcement, protesters pressured the Oregon congressman to follow Sen. Jeff Merkley’s call for a cease-fire in Gaza.
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Portland City Council Candidates: District 4
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Portland City Council Candidates: District 2
These candidates are running in the district located in North and Northeast Portland.
Portland City Council Candidates: District 3
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Portland City Council Candidates: District 1
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Protesters Picket Boeing Over Weapons Shipments to Israel
Activists blocked entrances at Boeing’s Gresham plant, saying the company needs to be held accountable for its role in the Hamas/Israel war that has killed thousands.
Portland Activists Stage Sit-In at Rep. Blumenauer’s Office In Hopes He'll Support a Cease-Fire in Gaza
Activists hope Blumenauer, a longtime progressive, will eventually be responsive to their demands.
City Council Approves Independent Monitor to Watch Over Cops
The monitor will determine if Portland Police remain compliant with the DOJ’s demands regarding the bureau’s excessive use of force.
City Council Won’t Let Go of Bureau Control as Charter Reform Transition Continues
In the race to implement government changes, commissioners break with the mayor over a timeline for bringing in deputy city administrators.
Portland’s Palestinian Diaspora Says Gaza is ‘More Than Its Suffering’
With Gaza under assault, local Palestinians reflect on the cycle of displacement that’s now preventing some residents from fleeing their war-torn homes
Portland City Commissioners Push Back on Mayor’s Plans For Government Transition
A fiery work session is just one example of clashes between city commissioners and mayor’s office over plans to prepare for a new, 12-person council
Portland Police Chief Chuck Lovell Will Step Down, as Mayor Announces Interim Chief
Lovell, who was appointed chief in 2020, said he never intended to serve as chief through retirement. He will move into a community engagement role at Portland Police Bureau.
With Politics in Rearview, Mayor Wheeler Announces ‘Doubling Down’ on Homeless, Economic Policies
Portland mayor says he's committed to ending homeless camping, boosting economy, and hiring interim city manager before leaving office.
Portland Mayor Wheeler Says He Won't Seek Another Term
Addressing questions about a reelection bid, Wheeler says city's current challenges will require all of his focus over the next 15 months.
Portland City Councilors Will Lobby For Change in State Law to Pave Way For Criminalization of Drugs
City leaders blame a loophole in state law for the scourge of fentanyl and meth addiction on Portland's streets. Experts caution a repeat of the failed War on Drugs.
The Race For Portland's Next City Council Has Already Begun
As the city gears up for a new government structure and a 12-person council, candidates are kicking off campaigns for a pivotal 2024 election.
2024 Election: Portland City Council Candidates Already Scrambling For Public Campaign Dollars
With new City Council districts confirmed, campaigns are already underway for 12 council seats.
In His Mayoral Run, Mingus Mapps Wants to Lead "Portland 2.0"
After perceived policy missteps and previous opposition to new government structure coming in 2025, Mapps now wants to lead the "new Portland."
Portland’s Charter Reform is Moving Full Steam Ahead
Elected leaders would make at least $140K under new salary proposals, while draft voting district maps draw concern over geographic splits.
"PBOT Is on Life Support": Inside Portland’s Transportation Budget Crisis
An 11th-hour city budget amendment proposed by Mayor Ted Wheeler has revealed the depths of the transportation bureau’s woes.
Meet the Diplomatic Democrat Who Stands a Chance in Trump's Washington
Carolyn Long bridges the political divide in town halls, classrooms, community centers, and even at home—her husband voted for Trump.
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