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Street View: The Band-Aid Bill

Nobody really likes the Democrats’ transportation funding package. But Republicans are wrong when they say it’s not a compromise.
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The Oregon House of Representatives managed to squeak through the latest version of a long-awaited transportation funding package earlier this week. But nobody’s popping champagne yet—and they probably won’t be anytime soon. That’s partially because momentum on the transportation bill, which Governor Tina Kotek and Democratic leaders introduced ahead of the special legislative session, is once […]

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Good Morning, News: California Moves Forward With Redistricting Plan, Vancouver Woman Unearths a War Weapon and Portland, Prepare For a Nasty Heat Wave

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If you’re reading this, you probably know the value of the Mercury’s news reporting, arts and culture coverage, event calendar, and the bevy of events we host throughout the year. The work we do helps our city shine, but we can’t do it without your support. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism […]

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Good Morning, News: Radioactive Shrimp, DC Under Siege, and It’s Safe To Swim in the Willamette Again

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The Mercury provides news and fun every single day—but your help is essential. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please consider making a small monthly contribution, because without you, there is no us. Thanks for your support!  Good morning, Portland! The weather is going to be nice today, with temperatures […]

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Good Morning, News: Trump Threatens Our Sanctuary Status, Steals Money from Oregon Counties, and Gets Dog-Walked by Putin

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If you’re reading this, you probably know the value of the Mercury’s news reporting, arts and culture coverage, event calendar, and the bevy of events we host throughout the year. The work we do helps our city shine, but we can’t do it without your support. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and […]

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Good Morning, News: Local Conservatives Proven Wrong (Again), Trump is About to Get Played by Putin, and the Blazers Have a New Owner

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If you’re reading this, you probably know the value of the Mercury’s news reporting, arts and culture coverage, event calendar, and the bevy of events we host throughout the year. The work we do helps our city shine, but we can’t do it without your support. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism […]

Posted inBurgers

Happening Now: Portland Mercury’s Burger Week Returns With $10 Burgers at 100+ Locations!

It’s our BIGGEST Burger Week ever, and we’re celebratin’ with a brand new mobile pass!
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Get ready to loosen that belt—because the Mercury’s Burger Week is back and beefier than ever! Happening NOW, from August 11–17, over 100 Portland-area places will be slinging one-of-a-kind burgers for just $10 each. And in keeping with last year’s fine tradition… THIS IS OUR BIGGEST PORTLAND BURGER WEEK EVAAARRRRRR! Burger Week is so ingrained in […]

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EverOut’s How-To Guide For Burger Week 2025

Tips From a 10-Year Veteran of Portland’s Greatest Food Event
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A Brief History of Portland Burger Week Since Burger Week is so ingrained in the fabric of Portland’s food history, you may assume that it has been grilling since the dawn of time. But in fact, the inaugural Portland Mercury Burger Week took place in 2013, launching with a lineup of 12 restaurants. As a […]

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Good Morning, News: Massive Earthquake in Russia Triggers Tsunami Warnings and Advisories, Portland NIMBYs Are Out in Full Force, and the US Government Literally Hates the Whole World and Wants To See Us All Suffer

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The Mercury provides news and fun every single day—but your help is essential. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please consider making a small monthly contribution, because without you, there is no us. Thanks for your support! Good morning, Portland! If you haven’t partaken in the Mercury‘s Summer of […]

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Good Morning, News: Ghislaine Is Back, Obama Conspiracies Are Back, Fires Are Back, Everclear Is Back (Or Did They Ever Go Away?)

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If you’re reading this, you probably know the value of the Mercury’s news reporting, arts and culture coverage, event calendar, and the bevy of events we host throughout the year. The work we do helps our city shine, but we can’t do it without your support. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism […]

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Happening Now: It’s the Summer of Slushies—Portland’s Coolest Month Of All!

Portland’s best bartenders concoct one-of-a-kind frozen, boozy treats… all month long!
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Portland, it’s time to raise your cups and brain-freeze responsibly—Summer of Slushies is now underway! For the entire month of July, more than 25 of your favorite bars, restaurants, and cafes across the city are serving up boozy, fruity, slushie creations for just $10 each! From neon-hued nostalgia bombs (daiquiris! piña coladas!) to elevated frozen […]

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Good Morning, News: Trump Threatens Portland’s DEI Programs, Musk’s Antisemitic Chatbot, and Is It Time to Divest From the Federal Government?

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If you’re reading this, you probably know the value of the Mercury’s news reporting, arts and culture coverage, event calendar, and the bevy of events we host throughout the year. The work we do helps our city shine, but we can’t do it without your support. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and […]

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Good Morning, News: Trump’s Border Czar Threatens a Portland Visit, Intel Is Suffering (and Oregon Is Impacted), and Keep Your Shoes On Through Airport Security, or You WILL Get Yelled At

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The Mercury provides news and fun every single day—but your help is essential. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please consider making a small monthly contribution, because without you, there is no us. Thanks for your support! GOOD MORNING, PORTLAND. Today is set to be the nicest day of the […]

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