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Early horror films, ethereal shoegaze, and an composer who talks to animals.
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Diary of a Carry Shit Olympian
I raced cargo bikes on a road bike in a Portland 24-hour scavenger hunt race, and all I got was a tiny bottle of chain lube.
Unhoused and Unheard: Shelter Residents Report Poor Management and Unfair Treatment
City Ombudsman releases survey results from Portlanders staying at local shelters.
Spain Compares Rising Fascism Before the Spanish Civil War to Now
Strong performances and important ideas sell Profile Theatre’s ambitious season opener.
Unhoused and Unheard: Shelter Residents Report Poor Management and Unfair Treatment
City Ombudsman releases survey results from Portlanders staying at local shelters.
Marimba Meets Punk with Mexico’s Son Rompe Pera
A childhood instrument, psychobilly, and grief inspired their latest release, Marimbazos de Oro.
Portland Timbers Legend Diego Chará Will Retire Next Spring
For more than 15 years, Chará was an integral part of the Timbers.
Feed Your Pasta Fever at Fantino
The SE Division restaurant always has a line out the door, and for good reason.
Thorns Advance to Playoffs; Anti-Trans Activists Attempted to Overshadow Their Big Night
A group wearing XX-XY shirts was removed from the October 23 game after allegedly sparking physical interactions with fans.
Multnomah County Employee Union Rescinds Julia Brim-Edwards Endorsement
AFSCME Local 88 voted in the same meeting to endorse Shannon Singleton for county chair.
How Did So Much Portland History End Up in The Elk?
Erika Bolstad’s short documentary explains how the Thompson Elk statue evolved into such a highly personal symbol.
Trans Femme Finds Joy in Mess
Queen of Portland trans theater Mikki Gillette allows an inside look at a support group’s chaotic entanglements.
Of War, Whimsy, and Wildwood
So many crows explode that people in our theater coined the term “crowsplosion.”
The Mercury’s 2026 Portland Haunted House Reviews
Scream with fear! Or, learn basic reading skills with movie monsters.
Everything You Need To Know Heading Into the Portland Trail Blazers 2026-2027 Season
A SWOT analysis for the business-minded Blazer fan.
Critics Warn Trump’s “Roadless Rule” Repeal Could Increase Fire Risk While Degrading Drinking Water
Federal officials say logging opportunities and fire management are reasons to open millions of acres of protected public land to development. The science says otherwise.
Laika’s Wildwood Sessions Showcases Local Music Magic
From local stories to local sounds, Laika presents a dreamy musical compilation.