Homeless Crisis Getting More Attention
The mayor announced on March 9 that the city was in talks to sign a lease for the vacant lot at Southeast Powell Boulevard and 13th Avenue.
Safety Means Removing Lampposts
The City of Portland will be removing lampposts from parks to address safety issues. It is being reported that hundreds of light poles will be removed. The city's Light Pole Safety Project has 12 parks in the plans.
Illegal Marijuana Sales An Issue In Oregon
People are still growing pot illegally and there are a number of reasons for it. Experts say the answer lies in the demand for marijuana outside Oregon rather than within the state.
Portland Audubon Renaming Due To Racist History Of Namesake
John James Audubon was a racist and theclocal chapter knows about it. The local conservation group hasn't chosen a new name and hopes its national parent organization will come up with a suitable alternative.
Oregon Ranks Number 2 In Going Vegan Report
The stereotype of hippy looking, meatless Oregonians may have some truth to it. A report was recently released that determines which places are most likely to opt into a plant-based diet.
Oregon Man Pleads Guilty In BLM Protest Murder
Benjamin Smith, 44, aggressively approached the group protesting against police killings last year and shot at them, prosecutors said.
Clark County Council To Host Work Session On 179th Street Access Management And Circulation...
The Clark County Council will hold a work session to discuss the 179th Street Access Management and Circulation Plan on Weds., Mar. 29 at 9:00 am.
Merkley Joins Push To Cap Insulin Prices
Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley has joined colleagues in Congress to introduce a bicameral bill that would cap the price of insulin at no more than $20 per vial.
PPB Get New Ford Interceptor Utility Vehicles
Portland Police Bureau is debuting a new vehicle design for marked patrol units, including a different color scheme. The new design will feature improved equipment, including a stronger type of protective bumper on the front.
PPB Warning Public Of Car Theft Scams
Car scams in Portland are becoming notorious. Recently, two suspects flagged a woman down by saying her gas tank was smoking.
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Morehouse College Might Halt Graduation ‘on The Spot’ If There Are...
Morehouse College President David A. Thomas said Thursday he would shut down commencement ceremonies “on the spot” rather than allow police to remove student protesters in zip ties during President Joe Biden’s graduation speech.
