Significant local events in Portland included a lively May Day gathering at Pioneer Courthouse Square where thousands protested a range of issues, from workers' rights to immigration policies. A young woman's question about the protests highlights the diverse motivations for participation. Additionally, Geoffrey Hammond was recently found guilty of second degree murder for a road rage shooting, marking the conviction that followed a previous jury's deadlock. These events underline ongoing social activism and concern for civic issues in Portland.
Thousands of Portlanders flooded Pioneer Courthouse Square for May Day, filled with signs protesting various social issues, including worker's rights and reproductive rights.
The jury found Geoffrey Hammond guilty of second degree murder for shooting Ryan Martin during a road rage incident outside the Moxy Hotel.
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