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U.S. District Judge Karin Immergut, appointed by President Trump, is poised to issue a decision by Sunday regarding the president's authority to deploy National Guard troops in Portland. Following a three-day trial, both parties submitted briefs challenging the necessity of military intervention, arguing that such measures are unwarranted for law enforcement purposes.

In a significant legal development, the family of Ryan Martin, who tragically lost his life in a 2023 road rage shooting in Portland, has initiated a $40 million lawsuit against Multnomah County and Uber. The lawsuit contends that the shooter, Geoffrey Hammond, should not have been granted a concealed handgun license or permitted to work as an Uber driver, highlighting systemic failures in background checks and licensing protocols.

Seattle's top management positions command significant salaries, particularly in sectors like transportation, construction, and finance. Median annual earnings for these roles span from $180,770 to upwards of $239,200, reflecting the high demand and strategic importance of these industries.

Portland’s newly elected City Council convened for the first time last week, marking the official launch of the city’s revamped government structure.

A television station in Portland, Oregon, found itself in hot water after inadvertently airing a racist image during a program meant to showcase positive stories.

Portland, Oregon is currently facing a looming teachers' strike. Portland Association of Teachers headquarters in Northeast Portland is gearing up with volunteers and signs.

Recently, the healthcare industry in Oregon has been marked by a significant event — the strike of pharmacy workers at Kaiser Permanente facilities.

Economic instability, mental health issues, substance abuse, and a lack of affordable housing options create a cycle that is difficult to break. A new lawsuit, filed on behalf of homeless, argues Portland's camping ban is illegal.

One of the most important women in the country sat down last week with two of her close colleagues and had a conversation about service, philanthropy, Black wealth, and community impact.

Nearly three years after Portlanders overwhelmingly voted to establish a new system to address police officer misconduct, the details of the new oversight body are coming into focus.