Opinion
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THE BLACK BYLINE: Top 10 Takeaways from 2025, A Wild Year in PortlandÂ
Naked Bike Ride reflections, police antics, Black innovation, and more!
Naked Bike Ride reflections, police antics, Black innovation, and more!
THE BLACK BYLINE: Netflix’s Perfect Neighbor Proves That Not All Hate Wears Hoods
Neighborly racism, and the faux safety of body cameras.
Neighborly racism, and the faux safety of body cameras.
Wm. Steven Humphrey's Adventures in Newspapering
Welcome to "Team Portland."
Welcome to "Team Portland."
The Black Byline: A 10-Year-Old (Forgotten) Emergency
In 2015 a Renters’ State of Emergency was declared. Ten years later, Oregon has its highest eviction levels in history—why?
In 2015 a Renters’ State of Emergency was declared. Ten years later, Oregon has its highest eviction levels in history—why?
An Amphibian ResistanceÂ
There’s a movement leaping into action through Portland’s inflatable frog protest mascots. Their real-life amphibian counterparts are resisters, too, but they need our help.
There’s a movement leaping into action through Portland’s inflatable frog protest mascots. Their real-life amphibian counterparts are resisters, too, but they need our help.
THE BLACK BYLINE: The Drake v. Kendrick Verdict, and the Ghost of 2pac’s Hologram
Fighting for The Culture in a new era of hip-hop lawsuits and artificial intelligence.
Fighting for The Culture in a new era of hip-hop lawsuits and artificial intelligence.
THE BLACK BYLINE: I’ve Never Joined the Naked Bike Ride—But I Won’t Hate on ItÂ
White whimsy, federal troops, and what Portlanders should really be focused on.
White whimsy, federal troops, and what Portlanders should really be focused on.
Street View: Sundays Are For Open StreetsÂ
Inspired by similar events in Latin America, Portland hosted its first Sunday Parkways event in 2008. Nearly 20 years later, the city has yet to fully commit to the open streets concept.
Inspired by similar events in Latin America, Portland hosted its first Sunday Parkways event in 2008. Nearly 20 years later, the city has yet to fully commit to the open streets concept.
Street View: The Band-Aid BillÂ
Nobody really likes the Democrats' transportation funding package. But Republicans are wrong when they say it's not a compromise.
Nobody really likes the Democrats' transportation funding package. But Republicans are wrong when they say it's not a compromise.
Normandale Survivors Asked Police For An Explanation. What Portland Got Was a Partial Apology and More Excuses. Â
Three years after the Normandale Park shooting, I have the uneasy feeling that my city has moved on, failing to absorb important lessons about its most expensive bureau.
Three years after the Normandale Park shooting, I have the uneasy feeling that my city has moved on, failing to absorb important lessons about its most expensive bureau.
We Have a Dictator
Don’t doubt it and don’t get used to it.
Don’t doubt it and don’t get used to it.
"Dear Elon Musk: Here's What I Accomplished Last Week"
Mercury Editor Wm. Steven Humphrey answers Elon Musk's threatening weekend email to federal employees.
Mercury Editor Wm. Steven Humphrey answers Elon Musk's threatening weekend email to federal employees.
Why RFK Isn’t a Joke
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is defiantly ignorant—which is why he's so dangerous.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is defiantly ignorant—which is why he's so dangerous.
The Portland Trail Blazers Aren't Good At Basketball (Relative to the Standard of an NBA Team)
How Blazers fans can seek the future in the ruin.
How Blazers fans can seek the future in the ruin.
Opinion: Homelessness is Economics
We can't have a serious conversation about homelessness until we address wages.
We can't have a serious conversation about homelessness until we address wages.
STREET VIEW: Gravel in the Bike Lane
PBOT’s maintenance woes aren’t just a problem for people who travel by car.
Portland’s Ranked Choice Voting Was a Success (Despite What the Oregonian Claims)
The newspaper asserts that Ranked Choice Voting "cratered" voter engagement. That's bullshit.
Editorial: What’s at Stake in the Mayor’s Race
Portlanders worked hard for a better form of government. Without the right leader, we’ll be stuck in a rut of dysfunction.
Updated (Again): Rene's Receipts
A time line of the scandals, goof-ups, and power plays of mayoral candidate Rene Gonzalez.
Editorial: What’s at Stake in the Mayor’s Race
Portlanders worked hard for a better form of government. Without the right leader, we’ll be stuck in a rut of dysfunction.
Street View: How Transportation is Shaping This Year’s Election
Many of this year’s City Council candidates can hold their own in wonky transportation spaces. Here’s how activists got in their ears, and what might come of it.
STREET VIEW: Is the Central Eastside Good Now?
Okay, the area has always had its charms. But thanks to new bike infrastructure and a vision for the future, it's getting a lot better.
STREET VIEW: Let Portland’s E-Bike Revolution Begin
A plan to use PCEF money for electric bike rebates could be a game-changer for the city—if leaders are willing to listen.
STREET VIEW: Biketown for Who?
Portland deserves a better bike share program.
Mercury Endorsement: Elect Susheela Jayapal for US Representative, 3rd District!
Jayapal will be a voice for forward movement—not murky centrist stagnation.
Mercury Endorsement: Re-Elect Mike Schmidt for Multnomah County District Attorney
Don't believe the conservative cynics who blame Schmidt for Portland's problems.
STREET VIEW: Paying for the Pavement
Portland's gas tax is a cheap price to pay for all the costs of driving a car.
STREET VIEW: Public Transit Safety Concerns Deserve a Thoughtful Response
We can’t just sweep violence under the rug. But a punitive approach to public safety isn’t the way, either.
STREET VIEW: Soho House and Portland's Disappearing Public Spaces
The meaning of public space is being tarnished and sanitized for the rich.
STREET VIEW: “The Bike Lanes That Drive Everybody Crazy”
Portland needs a more clear-eyed vision for transportation.
Dear Ancestry.com, Black People Shouldn’t Have to Pay to Learn Our Heritage
The world’s largest genetic bank charges a small fortune to uncover stolen histories — but should they?
With Phil Neville, Timbers Make Controversial Pick for New Manager
The choice of Neville as the Timbers’ newest head coach is another finger in the eye for fans.
The Problem with Proving, Again and Again, That Portland and Seattle Are Not Dying
Debates continue while the real causes of the homeless crisis are never addressed.
City Council Is Trying to Sabotage Charter Reform—Which Is Exactly Why We Need Charter Reform
The Council's latest attempt to sow distrust in the voter-approved charter reform process reveals who they're really working for. (Hint: It's not you.)
Guest Editorial: Oregon Is at a Crossroads for Trans Rights
Why it's important to be an active, vocal supporter of trans rights and gender-affirming care in Oregon.
Actually, Candy Corn Is Awesome
If you believe otherwise, fuck you.
Hall Monitor: Soft on Crime
What happens when a police accountability group inherently trusts law enforcement?
Hall Monitor: Risk-Averse
Portland Police—and Politicians—Have Given Protesters Little Reason to Feel Safe
Hall Monitor: "Here to help"
What works—and what's lacking—in Portland's emergency response system.
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