Police Oversight Board Members Say Budget Ordinance Could Erode Public’s Trust in New System
Six members of Portland’s Community Board for Police Accountability caution that a new attempt to raid funds could invite legal trouble.
The Portland Fire Loses to the Mystics—But In Style
The Fire’s grit and determination made for a history-making game.
The Mercury’s Do This, Do That: Your Top Events for June 29-July 5
Bluesy tunes, lavender blooms, and boozy slushies at noon.
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In Latest Newsletter, Mayor Wilson Ridicules Blazers Fan and Influential Critic as a “Techbro”
Portland’s mayor mischaracterized an email exchange he had with a constituent. Luckily, we asked for the receipts.
City Council Held Their Noses and Passed a Budget—Now They Want Changes
Progressives want to use climate dollars for jobs. Moderates may raid police accountability dollars for cops. Jamie Dunphy wanted a work session to figure it out.
“The Show Must Go On”: Portland Cuts the Ribbon on Darcelle XV Plaza
Three years in the making, downtown now has a plaza named after a queer icon.
An Appeal to the Queers on Behalf of Pro Wrestling
Hot take: pro wrestling is drag. Fight me!
State Ethics Commission Opens Investigation Into Former PCC President
Former Portland Community College President Adrien Bennings should be investigated for potential conflicts of interest, OGEC says.
Parks and Recreation Interim Director Will Exit at End of June
The bureau has seen two director exits in a year as the city weathers high turnover among its leadership ranks.
Profile Theatre Presents The Roommate We’ve All Had
Jen Silverman’s odd couple comedy is about the perils reinventing yourself.
Dozens of Complaints Against Police Funding Petition Prompt State Investigation
The Secretary of State has received more than two dozen complaints alleging campaign canvassers are misleading voters.
Bridget Carleton and Carla Leite Help Portland Fire Dodge the Storm
A record seven three-pointers powered Portland to a 94-89 home win over Seattle.
Metro Chamber Wants Council to Reschedule Upcoming Meeting in Favor of $350 Ticketed Event
Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon will be a featured speaker at a Portland Metro Chamber annual meeting. City Council now faces pressure to reschedule a work session and go meet Dundon instead.
The Death of Robin Hood Is a Dull Act of Myth-Killing
Michael Sarnoski’s retelling of the Robin Hood story is remarkably restrained and really boring because of it.
High Turnover, Low Pay: Staff at Prominent Legal Aid and Advocacy Group Call For Ouster of CEO
Disability Rights Oregon workers fight for livable wages despite sizable annual raises for the organization’s top executive.