by Isabella Garcia
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Author: Isabella Garcia
Good Morning, News: Portland’s Union Wave Continues, Housing Market Cools, and Shakira Heading to Trial
by Isabella Garcia
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Wheeler Moves Forward with Controversial Gunshot Detection Technology
by Isabella Garcia
Mayor Ted Wheeler’s office will develop a pilot program for the controversial gunshot-detection technology ShotSpotter, according to an announcement at a police oversight…
Good Morning, News: Affordable Housing Tenants See Rent Hike, City Council Candidate Gets Rental Deal from Donor, and 20 Quadrillion Ants
by Isabella Garcia
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Candidate Rene Gonzalez Faces Historic Fine for Violating Election Law
Discounted rent could cost the city council hopeful $77,140 in total.
by Isabella Garcia
City council candidate Rene Gonzalez may have to pay $77,140 in fines for vio…
Climate Advocates Object to Governor’s Nominee for Powerful Transportation Comission
Advocates want greater diversity on the commission and a public nomination process.
by Isabella Garcia
Last week, it was reported that Governor Kate Brown is nominati…
Good Morning, News: Portland’s First Living Building, STDs on the Rise, and Millions in Puerto Rico Remain Without Power
by Isabella Garcia
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Good Afternoon, News: New Seasons Union Push Continues, Talking to Bees, and a Five-Mile Queue to See the Queen’s Coffin
by Isabella Garcia
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Commissioner Rubio Proposes an Overhaul to the Portland Clean Energy Fund
The proposal would allow for-profit and government agencies to be funded with PCEF grants.
by Isabella Garcia
The Portland Clean Energy Fund (PCEF) could soon be dist…
Good Morning, News: Oregon Jobs Rebound from Pandemic, Rail Strike Averted, and Migrants Used as Political Pawns
by Isabella Garcia
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