Unhoused and Unheard: Shelter Residents Report Poor Management and Unfair Treatment
City Ombudsman releases survey results from Portlanders staying at local shelters.
Council Candidate Eli Arnold Is a Cop. In 2021, He Used Force More than Any Other Officer.
Arnold ranked 14th out of 991 officers who reported force over a 10-year period, not including protests. Black and homeless Portlanders were disproportionately impacted.
Mercury Music Picks: Halloween Party Picks, Buena Vista Orchestra, and Indie All Stars: Ian Sweet, Greg Freeman, Slothrust
From spooky to sonorous, this week’s picks are full of tricks and treats.
The Mercury’s 2026 November Endorsement Cheat Sheet!
Cast your vote lickety-split with our quick ‘n’ easy ballot roadmap.
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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.
Anonymous Police ID Numbers Cause Delay in Reporting on Use of Force
A request to identify Portland Police officer and candidate Eli Arnold raises questions over transparency, and brushes up against a 2021 state law
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.”
Trail Blazers Crush Phoenix Suns in First Game of the Season
It was Damian Lillard’s first game back with the Blazers. The Suns didn’t stand a chance.
All the Confessions and Cowboys at QDoc 2026
Portland’s queer documentary festival turns 18 this year and got you something so iconic.
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.
Portland Book Festival Is Now a Major Food Event, Too
Alexis Nikole Nelson AKA Black Forager presents her new book, and chefs from across the country are doing collabs.