Henry says city dollars are directly subsidizing the work and the political views of the powerful lobbying group.
by Alex Zielinski
In June 2022, Ashley Henry stepped…
Author: Alex Zielinski
City Council Passes $27 Million Budget Package to Fund Homeless Encampment Plan
According to the county, the budget package requires cuts that could lead to at least two current homeless shelters shuttering within the year—and the elimination of rent assistance programs.
by Alex Zieli…
City Council Passes $27 Million Budget Package to Fund Homeless Encampment Plan
According to the county, the budget package requires cuts that could lead to at least two current homeless shelters shuttering within the year—and the elimination of rent assistance programs.
by Alex Zieli…
City Agrees to End the Use of “Flash-Bang” Grenades in Settlement With Don’t Shoot Portland
The settlement also includes a $250,001 payout to plaintiffs.
by Alex Zielinski
The first federal lawsuit filed against the city of Portland for its officers’ actions…
The Majority of Portland-Area New Seasons Stores Have Moved to Unionize
Ten out of 19 New Seasons grocery stores have joined the local labor movement.
by Alex Zielinski
As of Monday afternoon, workers at more than half of all New Seasons …
Good Morning, News: A Look at Oregon’s “Second Look” Law, Mauna Loa Erupts, and China Protests COVID Restrictions
by Alex Zielinski
The Mercury provides news and fun every single day—but your help is essential. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please cons…
Good Morning, News: A Look at Oregon’s “Second Look” Law, Mauna Loa Erupts, and China Protests COVID Restrictions
by Alex Zielinski
The Mercury provides news and fun every single day—but your help is essential. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please cons…
Police Identify Man Killed by Portland Officers Saturday Morning
It’s still unclear why police decided to shoot Immanueal Jaquez Clark-Johnson, 30.
by Alex Zielinski
A Portland man named Immanueal Jaquez Clark-Johnson was killed by…
Exit Interview With Outgoing JOHS Director Shannon Singleton
Singleton addresses the inner workings of the region’s largest homelessness agency and the public’s misgivings about its output.
by Alex Zielinski
Shannon Singleton, …
Good Morning, News: Oregons’s Measure 114 Challenged in Court, Gunman Attacks Patrons at Colorado Gay Club, and Qatar’s World Cup is a Big Bummer
by Alex Zielinski
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