Portland Mayor Presents New Camping Ban Proposal Amid Homelessness Policy Challenges
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.
Multnomah County DA Candidates Mike Schmidt and Nathan Vasquez Ready for Live Debate, Voters Encouraged to Submit Questions
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.
Monthly Free Food Market in Hillsboro Offers Fresh Produce, Pantry Essentials to Combat Food Insecurity
The City of Hillsboro hosts a monthly Free Food Market every second Tuesday to help those affected by SNAP benefit reductions and rising food costs. No ID is required; additional local resources are also available.
Portland State University Food Cart Pod to Close Over Wastewater Issues, Students and Vendors Scramble
A food cart pod at Portland State University is set to close by summer due to wastewater issues, leaving students and vendors grappling with the loss of a convenient and diverse eating spot.