Mayor Ted Wheeler proposes a revised camping ban in Portland that could lead to $100 fines or jail time for homeless people who reject open shelter offers.

Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler is presenting a revised camping ban to the city council, informed by previous legal challenges and current Supreme Court considerations. The proposal includes fines or jail time for rejecting shelter offers.

Kirkland French Vodka is the most popular item at Michigan's Costco stores, followed by items like Sanders caramel and Kirkland Maple Syrup. Social media discussions enhance the popularity of these products, including the rotisserie chicken.

Lao'd Bar, a modern Laotian American restaurant, opens on Austin's east side, offering a unique cuisine blend by Chef Bob Somsith, the former owner of a food truck.

The Illinois State Fair is preparing for its summer event with the 100 Days Out celebration, offering discounted tickets, fair food, and prizes on April 30 at the fairgrounds.

The Paris Baguette franchise is opening four locations in Dallas-Fort Worth, offering freshly made products daily, and has a new leadership team with internal promotions.

The Long Goodbye, a new all-day venue with food, drinks, and shopping, opens April 26 in East Austin, featuring a cocktail lounge, food trucks, and outdoor bar.

The Oregonian/OregonLive and KGW invite the public to submit video questions for a debate between Multnomah County DA candidates Mike Schmidt and Nathan Vasquez before the May election.

Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe in San Diego is relocating to Poway due to high operational costs, with a soft launch scheduled for April 24 amid economic challenges.

Taco Bell reintroduces Nacho Fries with Secret Aardvark's Serrabanero Ranch sauce, available nationwide from April 25, with special access for loyalty members on April 23.

KAIYŌ Restaurant & Bar opens a new Peruvian-Nikkei cuisine outpost in San Francisco, offering a unique dining experience with a diverse menu and curated cocktails.

Chotto Matte, a rooftop restaurant in San Francisco, faces a lawsuit by CalAsia Construction for unpaid construction fees amounting to approximately $1.9 million.

Shawarma Guys opens a new restaurant in La Mesa, adding to their San Diego presence, offering their popular wagyu beef shawarma alongside an expanded menu that includes vegan options.