An Affair Between the Head of Human Resources and a Subordinate Is the Latest Sign of Trouble at the Oregon Department of Justice

The investigative report raises questions about the judgment of an official in effect responsible for watching the watchers.

Tess Riski
20 hours ago

(Alex Wittwer)

Portland Police Remove an Officer Accused of Violence From the Streets—but Won’t Identify Him

Why not? Perhaps because arbitrators have repeatedly overturned city discipline of police officers, including high-profile terminations.

A Multnomah County Preschool Measure Could Prove Life-Changing for People of Color

“Access to preschool is a vital importance not only to parents but to improving child care, improving health care and improving housing.”

Democrats Have the Opportunity to Flip More Legislative Seats in the Oregon Suburbs—but They’re Vulnerable Elsewhere

There’s reason to doubt whether Democrats can expand their 2018 gains in November, but they’re also unlikely to lose the Portland suburbs.

(Chris Nesseth)

Murmurs: Commissioner Proposes Combining Police, Sheriff’s Office

In other news: Candidate's husband leaves state.

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Readers Respond to Mayor Ted Wheeler Seeking “Alternative” to Police Officers Covering Their Names

“Simple solution: badge number and name plate, in full view.”