The article emphasizes the Mercury's dedication to supporting racial justice narratives as it marks the five-year anniversary of George Floyd's murder. This focus includes publishing essays from Black Portlanders discussing the impact of the 2020 protests. Additionally, it covers local news, including an innovative cancer treatment developed at Oregon Health and Science University that targets tumors using ultrasound and engineered particles, scheduled maintenance for the Portland Aerial Tram, and an update on electoral participation with surprisingly high voter turnout in the recent special election.
The Oregon Health and Science University developed a new cancer treatment using ultrasound and engineered particles that break down tumors without major side effects.
As we commemorate five years since George Floyd's murder, the Mercury is focusing on essays by Black Portlanders reflecting on the racial justice movements and changes since 2020.
PBOT has scheduled maintenance for the Portland Aerial Tram, which will be closed this weekend for carriage replacement, a process that occurs every six years.
Multnomah County Elections Office reported a voter turnout of nearly 25%, with a significant influx of 47,000 ballots during the recent special election.
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