PORTLAND, OR — Calling the situation “very concerning, very chaotic, frankly a mess,” President Donald Trump issued a firm 48-hour ultimatum Tuesday demanding that the city of Portland “figure it out” or face what he described as “the big button—everyone knows the...
SPRINGFIELD, OR — In what city officials are calling a “measured, community-first approach to modern problems,” Springfield this week unveiled a pilot program featuring AI-powered rooftop security turrets that politely question suspicious individuals before taking...
LINCOLN CITY, Ore. — In a move that’s already being called “the biggest breakthrough in outdoor recreation since paved parking lots,” a new service along the Oregon Coast is now offering visitors a chance to experience one of the state’s most iconic viewpoints…...
PORTLAND, Ore. — In what officials are calling a “long-overdue clarification of seasonal compliance standards,” Oregon tax authorities confirmed this week that even Easter eggs hidden on private property must now be reported as distributed assets for tax purposes. The...
SALEM, Ore. — In what political analysts are already calling “a turning point for the entire state,” Oregon Governor Tina Kotek’s approval ratings reportedly surged overnight following a deeply moving 20-minute litter pickup effort that was, fortunately, captured from...
PORTLAND, Ore. — In what city officials are calling “a bold step forward for Portland’s ever-evolving culinary scene,” a new open-air dining concept has officially launched this week, offering guests the chance to cook their own meals over a shared barrel fire in what...
EUGENE, OR — After months of tireless searching, dozens of rejected offers, and what they describe as “a full emotional breakdown in a Safeway parking lot,” local couple Ryan and Melissa Carter say they’re finally relieved to have found the perfect fixer-upper—listed...
PORTLAND, OR — In a bold move city leaders are calling “immersive, reflective, and mildly concerning,” officials this week unveiled plans for a brand-new public art installation in downtown Portland: a towering, hyper-realistic sculpture made entirely of crumpled tin...
SALEM, OR — In a bold escalation of political discourse, Governor Tina Kotek announced Tuesday she will be challenging former President Donald Trump to a full-on schoolyard fight at first recess, confirming the showdown will take place “by the swings, where it’s...
PORTLAND, OR — In an effort to keep traditions alive while also staying true to the city’s unique character, Portland officials announced this week that this year’s Easter egg hunt will include eggs hidden directly in sidewalk poop. “Families have come to expect a...
After nearly six long years in protective custody, emotional counseling, and what sources describe as “a very intensive bronze detox program,” Portland’s beloved elk statue is finally returning to downtown on April 12, 2026. City officials, along with the Portland...
A towering new monument debuted this week in Portland’s Kenton neighborhood, and city leaders say it commemorates one of Oregon’s most “remarkable recent achievements.” Standing a proud 31 feet tall in the town square, the statue honors Governor Tina Kotek’s...