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One of Oregon's Most Powerful Unions Is Rebelling Against Democrats
2+ hour, 11+ min ago (1777+ words) This story was produced by the Oregon Journalism Project, a nonprofit newsroom covering the state. As the May 19 primary approaches, the Oregon Education Association is flexing. With more than 40, 000 members who live and work in nearly every community in Oregon,…...
Seven Months In, Councilor's Police Masking Ban Remains Stuck
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (787+ words) A policy that would ban law enforcement officers from wearing face coverings in Portland, and require that Portland police officers verify the identity of purported law enforcement officials who don't display identification, has been stuck in the City Council's policy-making…...
If Elected Governor, Ed Diehl Says He'll Keep Democrats in Line With Ballot Measures
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (235+ words) No one can accuse state Rep. Ed Diehl (R-Stayton) of inconsistency. If elected Oregon governor, he plans to govern how he campaigned: with ballot measures. Diehl gained prominence in the Oregon Republican Party over the winter by leading'along with Sen....
More Than 100 PPS Student Art Pieces Are on Display at the Portland Art Museum This Summer
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (706+ words) Willamette Week is funded by you, our readers. Help us keep fearless local reporting free for everyone. Give today to our Spring Member Drive " every dollar counts. Those traversing the halls of the Portland Art Museum this summer will notice…...
Four Questions Joe Cronin Can't Answer
2+ mon, 4+ day ago (617+ words) Willamette Week is funded by you, our readers. Help us keep fearless local reporting free for everyone. Give today to our Spring Member Drive " every dollar counts. If you haven't yet read our interview with Trail Blazers general manager Joe…...
Oregon's Climate Protection Program Costs Far More Than Other States'and Is Far Less Accountable
2+ week, 4+ day ago (1748+ words) Willamette Week is funded by you, our readers. Help us keep fearless local reporting free for everyone. Give today to our Spring Member Drive " every dollar counts. This story was produced by the Oregon Journalism Project, a nonprofit newsroom covering…...
The North Coast Express Expands Car-Free Access to Oregon's North Coast
8+ mon, 2+ week ago (372+ words) This story is published in cooperation with Willamette Week and the Oregon Coast Visitors Association. Summer's not over yet, and there's still plenty of time for weekend beach trips. No ride? No problem. The North Coast Express offers a new,…...
Grolixes Work Hard and Play Hard
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (213+ words) Willamette Week is funded by you, our readers. Help us keep fearless local reporting free for everyone. Give today to our Spring Member Drive " every dollar counts. Sounds Like: The band you wished you had started in high school. If…...
Portland's Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Turns 39. Here's How to Make the Most of It.
1+ week, 1+ day ago (531+ words) For 39 years, Portland has marked the arrival of May with one of the most vibrant celebrations in the Pacific Northwest. The Portland Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, Oregon's largest multicultural festival, returns to Tom Mc Call Waterfront Park on May 1-5, 2026, bringing…...
Readers Respond to Election Jests and Civic Namesakes
1+ week, 3+ day ago (351+ words) VOTING IS NO LAUGHING MATTER To register to vote in Oregon, you must be:" A U. S. citizen." A resident of Oregon." At least 16 years old: If you are not yet 18 years of age, you will not receive a ballot until an…...