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Portland Cop Eli Arnold Will Run for City Council Again
Eli Arnold, a Portland police officer who ran unsuccessfully for the Portland City Council in 2024, will try again next year to win the same seat.
Why Does Liquor Come in Fifths?
How did one-fifth—not a widely used fraction—become the default for liquor and wine?
Judge Sides With Oregon in National Guard Case, Bars Deployment
After a three-day trial, U.S. District Court Judge Karin J. Immergut rejects Trump’s rationale for sending the military to Portland. This is her final judgment.
After Court Order, Oregonians Among First to Get Full November SNAP Benefits
The Trump administration has appealed the judge’s decision that made this possible, though it’s unclear if it would try to claw the food benefit money back from even if it prevails.
Longtime Investor Files 11 Initiatives for the 2026 Ballot
John von Schlegell proposes constitutional amendments on a variety of issues, including education, public safety, mental health, land use, campaign finance and taxes.
Metro-Area Homelessness Persists Despite $1.3 Billion Raised Since 2021, Point-in-Time Count Shows
Even with a hoard of new cash, the three Portland-area counties can’t keep up with the number of people becoming newly homeless.
CareOregon to Add Legacy Medical Group to Network
Will make it easier for CareOregon members to access care within Legacy Health System.
Departures and Arrivals at PDX Canceled Friday as USDOT Curbs Flights Nationwide by 10%
The Port of Portland has had no “direct notification” about the Trump administration’s plans.
Police Arrest 39 People on Outstanding Warrants During Camping Ban Enforcement
The city says Portland police officers arrested 39 people on outstanding arrest warrants while in the process of enforcing the city’s camping ban in the first five days of November.
PPS Secures North Portland Schools Amid Reports of ICE Activity
Cesar Chavez School and George Middle School have implemented the PPS's “secure the perimeter” protocol amid reports of ICE activity in the neighborhood.
PacifiCorp Warns of Financial Squeeze
Warren Buffett’s giant electric utility is struggling to pay for 2020 wildfire damage.
Council Cancels Meeting After Rift Over New Police Accountability Office
The Wednesday meeting of the Portland City Council this week was abruptly cancelled late Tuesday night.