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Try Birrieria PDX for delicious tacos in Portland.

Experience Matt's BBQ Tacos for flavorful taqueria options. [ more ]

OMSI will host a second annual Black Community Science Night on Friday the 13th featuring a producer-focused hip-hop showcase.

The upcoming installment of A Beat Happening at OMSI will feature beat sets by producers and DJs including Sir Nai, Love & Bass, Phase, and [E]mpress. [ more ]

Live comedy show with prizes and audience participation

Hosted by Arlo Weierhauser and Kate Murphy

Halloween-themed episode with special guest Kyle Kinane [ more ]

Kaiser Permanente workers in Oregon and Southwest Washington are on a three-day strike over low wages and lack of staffing.

Eugene Democratic State Rep. Paul Holvey was rescued from a recall effort by UFCW labor union.

Evidence shows that housing is key to ending homelessness. [ more ]

Overdoses involving fentanyl are on the rise in Portland, with recent incidents in the Pearl District.

Middle school in Tualatin was evacuated due to a bomb threat related to a viral video. [ more ]

No-No Boy is a musical project started by Dr. Julian Saporiti as a path to his PhD, but has since evolved.

No-No Boy's new album, Empire Electric, was released on September 29 by Smithsonian Folkways Recordings.

Saporiti uses his music as a way to explore his own identity and the experiences of marginalized communities. [ more ]

Wing Week in Portland features creative chicken wing offerings at 62 locations for $8 per order.

It is important to tip well and show appreciation to the staff working during Wing Week.

There will be lines and possible sell-outs, so visiting multiple locations is encouraged. [ more ]

Government shutdowns are stressful and a losing political position.

Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz plans to oust Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. [ more ]

Portland Mercury is asking for reader support

Wing Week is happening at 60 restaurants in Portland [ more ]

October in Portland is filled with Halloween events, concerts, festivals, and more.

Adam Sandler is going on tour and Monét X Change will be performing stand-up comedy in Portland. [ more ]

No evidence of a correlation between Oregon's Measure 110 and overdose deaths.

Portland's transportation bureau faces a $32 million shortfall, putting jobs and community programming at risk. [ more ]

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against the city of Portland over its new ordinance prohibiting unhoused people from living or resting in most public spaces.

The lawsuit argues that the ordinance is unconstitutional, cruel, and impossible to comply with. [ more ]

Oregon's drug decriminalization law is not correlated with rising overdose deaths.

Portland Police Bureau investigating child overdose cases suspected to involve fentanyl. [ more ]

PDX Pop Now! music festival in Portland has been postponed to October 6-8.

Damian Lillard, Portland Blazers point guard, features on a Rexx Life Raj track. [ more ]

Portland transportation bureau is facing a financial crisis and needs $32.6 million in budget cuts.

The funding shortfall is largely due to a decline in revenue from parking fees. [ more ]

A new study found no correlation between Oregon's drug decriminalization law and rising overdose deaths.

Researchers concluded that overdose deaths in states with drug decriminalization laws weren't higher than those without the same policies. [ more ]

Cartoonist Breena Bard found inspiration for her new graphic novel, Wildfire, from the forest fires in Oregon in September 2020.

Bard's personal experience with the fires influenced her writing and illustration process. [ more ]

A suspected serial arsonist was found dead in Portland, believed to have died by suicide.

Portland City Commissioner Rene Gonzalez is calling for a public health emergency declaration to combat drug-related issues.

Portland Fire responded to an incident where a 15-month-old child overdosed and choked on tinfoil, highlighting the drug crisis in the community. [ more ]

41% of LGBTQ+ youth considered suicide in the past year

Oregon is holding a virtual event to recruit foster parents for LGBTQ+ youth [ more ]

Portland Police Chief Chuck Lovell will step down and be replaced by interim Chief Bob Day.

A new Oregon law will require transparency from OHSU about its primate research center. [ more ]

The Portland Police Association and two police officers settled a lawsuit with former Portland City Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty for $680,000.

The settlement comes after a judge ruled in Hardesty's favor and the city of Portland issued a public apology and agreed to pay $5,000.

The lawsuit stemmed from false information about Hardesty being leaked by police and emergency dispatchers. [ more ]

The Evolve Experience by Red Door Project is described as stressful and intense.

Red Door Project uses theater arts to explore the relationship between law enforcement and the public. [ more ]

PacifiCorp plans to expand their carbon footprint by putting more cars on the road in Oregon.

This goes against their commitment to a net zero future and increases greenhouse gas emissions.

Remote work should be embraced to reduce pollution and commute times. [ more ]

Converge 45 is a citywide art biennial in Portland featuring artists from diverse backgrounds.

The biennial's theme focuses on topics such as Amazon deforestation and immigration.

Visitors are recommended to check out Amanda Ross-Ho's performance and Jesse Murry's exhibition. [ more ]

Bob Day will serve as Portland's interim police chief until June 2025.

Seven out of 19 Multnomah County libraries are currently closed for renovation. [ more ]

The Doug Fir Lounge in Portland, Oregon will be moving to a new location in early 2024.

The new location will feature larger capacity, improved sound and lights, and expanded amenities.

There are still tickets available for upcoming shows at the current Doug Fir location. [ more ]

Legislation will require OHSU's Primate Research Center to be more transparent about its use of federal funding.

Portland City Council members are concerned about Mayor Wheeler's plan to take away their bureau assignments. [ more ]

State Rep. David Gomberg became interested in the National Primate Research Center in Oregon after a bill passed to exempt workers from public disclosure.

Gomberg discovered animals housed in small cages, reports of mistakes and safety mishaps at the research center.

The National Primate Research Center has been a target of criticism from animal rights advocates due to safety mishaps and neglect of the animals. [ more ]

Mort Garson's music continues to influence pop culture, video game soundtracks, and various genres of music.

Garson's career transformed when he began using the Moog synthesizer and embarked on unique and eclectic projects.

His best-known work is the 1976 album Mother Earth's Plantasia, which saw a surge of interest after a reissue in 2019. [ more ]

The Portland Mercury has resumed publishing print issues on a semi-regular basis.

Printing costs ate up 60% of their budget pre-pandemic. [ more ]

Youth climate strikes are a growing movement across the United States.

Protesters are demanding government action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address climate change.

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek is being asked to declare a climate emergency. [ more ]

Presidential candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump are trying to appear younger in their campaign strategies.

Colorado Congresswoman Lauren Boebert was kicked out of a Beetlejuice performance for inappropriate behavior. [ more ]

Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler will not run for another term.

TriMet wants to increase security after finding trace amounts of drugs on public buses and trains. [ more ]

Nordic Northwest offers outdoor movie screenings with a range of drinks.

CoHo Clown Festival celebrates all things clownery with performances and workshops.

Bridge City Improv presents ad-libbed performances by local comics in trios. [ more ]

Mayor Ted Wheeler is not running for re-election.

Megan Rapinoe will retire from women's professional soccer this year.

Oregon and Washington Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers may go on strike. [ more ]

Mayor Ted Wheeler will not run for re-election in the next election.

Wheeler aims to eliminate unsanctioned camping, boost the economy, and reduce gun violence before his term ends. [ more ]

The Portland Book Festival is an annual event that brings together local and nationally-recognized authors.

The festival is expanding its children's programming this year, with three stages dedicated to children's literature.

Some of the notable authors attending the festival include Mac Barnett, Curtis Sittenfeld, and Jonathan Lethem. [ more ]

The Mercury is giving away free tickets to concerts and events in Portland.

This week, people have the chance to win tickets to see the Cavalera Brothers perform. [ more ]

Portland has been experiencing a lot of labor activity, with new unions forming in various industries.

Mayor Ted Wheeler has announced that he will not be seeking another term in office. [ more ]

Union membership is growing across all industries in Portland.

Retail and restaurant workers are leading the unionization efforts in Portland. [ more ]

Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler will not be running for office again in 2024.

Wheeler's decision not to seek a third term will impact the decisions of other candidates running for office.

Wheeler's tenure as mayor has been marked by challenges. [ more ]

Portland-based pop/electronic act Schaus is releasing a new album, Lovers Loop, with a record release party on September 26.

Wynne, a Portland artist, has released a new single called 'High Standards'.

Yawa, also known as Amenta Abioto, is a one-woman show with an enchanting voice who will be performing at the Schaus record release party. [ more ]

The Thesis is a local monthly hip-hop showcase that has been running since 2014.

The showcase has expanded to include performers in various genres like pop, dancehall, afrobeats, etc. [ more ]

A recent study found traces of methamphetamine and fentanyl in air and surface samples taken on public transit.

TriMet is calling for heightened transit security but the study's authors caution against generalizing the results to all public transit.

Regular cleaning of buses and trains is an effective way to reduce the risk of lingering residue and airborne illnesses like COVID-19. [ more ]

Neighbors spent time gardening during the pandemic, creating beautiful gardens and adding color to the surroundings.

The gardens provided a sense of beauty and relief during a chaotic time. [ more ]

Coco Grauff, 19, won the U.S. Open

Luis Rubiales resigns as head of Spanish women's soccer [ more ]

New legislation in Oregon will ensure that city councils and public officials adhere to transparency in public meetings.

The Nike Factory Outlet store on NE MLK will not be reopening, impacting the local Black business community.

City Hall is criticized for a lack of leadership and prioritizing the needs of rich developers over the community. [ more ]