Portland’s Homeless Population Skyrockets 61% Despite Record Spending
Portland’s homelessness crisis has reached staggering new levels, and the numbers show it’s getting worse, not better. According to recent data, homelessness across Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties has jumped by an alarming 61% in just two years — even as the city, county, and state pour hundreds of millions of dollars into the issue. The latest count found more than 12,000 people without stable housing in the metro area. Nearly half are living entirely unsheltered — in tents,...
TRAVEL
Oregon is a beautiful destination for travelers who enjoy exploring the great outdoors. With its diverse landscape of mountains, forests, waterfalls, and coastline, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
This Is The Dreamiest Little Bookstore For Romantasy Fans In Oregon
Romance, fantasy, coffee, and cozy vibes collide at Daffodil Romantasy Books in Eugene, Oregon. Dive into dreamy romantasy reads, sip delicious drinks, and shop unique gifts in this enchanting space.
This Oregon Deli Brings An Authentic NYC Flavor Bomb To Your Tastebuds
If you happen to be in Salem, Oregon, and find yourself craving a giant meatball sub or an authentic Gabagool, Cozzie's NY Deli may just be your ticket to a full belly. Since 2014, this family-owned...
Sea Cherubs Washing Ashore in Unusual Numbers Along Oregon Beaches
Small, translucent creatures known as sea cherubs are making an appearance along Oregon's coastline, with sightings reportedly more frequent than usual in 2025, according to Seaside Aquarium. In a...
FOOD & DRINK
Explore Oregon’s food and drink scene – from locally sourced ingredients to craft brews and award-winning wines. Plan your culinary adventure now!
This New Restaurant in Oregon Has Locals Going Pho King Crazy for Their Pho
I don’t know anyone who doesn’t love a hot bowl of pho, especially in the long, cold, and wet Pacific Northwest winter. And now Eugenians can thank their lucky stars, cuz there’s a new Vietnamese...
This Family-Run Deli in Oregon Has Been Perfecting Sausages for Nearly a Century
Are you ready to savor a taste of tradition that has delighted Portland for nearly a century? Otto’s Sausage Kitchen, nestled in the heart of the Woodstock neighborhood, is more than just a deli;...
Bow Down to the “Godfather” of all Sandwiches at this Local Portland Sub Shop
An expertly-crafted sandwich made with freshly-baked bread, top-quality meats and cheeses, and all the ingredients perfectly portioned for the right balance of texture and flavor is a thing of...
Oregon’s Burning Question: Why Are We Still Ignoring Indigenous Fire Wisdom?
Recently, I revisited Cougar Hot Springs, a place I hadn't seen since my teenage years. The transformation was startling. Where once lush greenery enveloped the pools, now stood a forest of charred trees, remnants of the devastating Terwilliger Fire of 2018. The...
Man Mauled by Bear at Crater Lake, TikTok Live Ends Right When It Gets Good
It started as any other adventure vlog—Kyle, self-proclaimed "wilderness influencer" and part-time crypto enthusiast, set out on a solo trek through Crater Lake National Park in search of "epic, untouched content." Armed with nothing but his phone, a knockoff GoPro,...
Bigger, Bolder, Better: Pioneer Joe Coffee Becomes the Largest Roaster on the Oregon Coast
The Oregon Coast has long been synonymous with stunning ocean views, quaint coastal towns, and a vibrant sense of community. Now, coffee enthusiasts in Lincoln City have another reason to celebrate: Pioneer Joe Coffee Company, a family-owned business known for its...
Against All Odds: Portland Man Amazed to Find His Tesla Just as He Left It
Portland, OR – In what some are calling an act of divine intervention, local progressive and proud Kamala Harris supporter Jeremy Feldman returned to his parked Tesla Model 3 in downtown Portland on Tuesday night to find it completely intact—a statistical...
Man Narrowly Escapes Barista’s ‘So, Any Fun Plans Today?’ Over Garbage Mumble Rap Song
SPRINGFIELD, OR — A local man successfully executed a highly strategic window roll-up maneuver this morning, narrowly avoiding both an excessively friendly Dutch Bros barista and the ear-piercing bass of yet another shitty mumble rap track. Eyewitnesses report that...
Voted Best Place for Sunbathing, Oregon Coast Proudly Embraces its 1 Day of Summer
In a development that has surprised absolutely no one, the Oregon Coast has been voted the best place for sunbathing in 2025. The announcement was made by the Totally Legit Travel Awards committee, who, after an extensive survey of places with cold wind, relentless...
Cat’s Patience Wearing Thin as Litter Box Remains Uncleaned
SPRINGFIELD, OR — Local feline resident and self-proclaimed ruler of the household, Mr. Whiskers, is reportedly reaching his breaking point over the state of his litter box. Sources close to the cat say his patience is wearing thin as his human, Becky Thompson,...
Greater Idaho Plans Halted: “We Won’t Let The Devil’s Lettuce Corrupt Our Righteous State”
In a shocking yet somehow predictable turn of events, Idaho has officially pulled out of the Greater Idaho Movement, citing grave concerns over what officials have dubbed “the Devil’s Garden of Unholy Plants” festering just across the state line in Oregon. “We had a...
Forgotten Laundry Basket Scheduled for Relocation Delayed Due to Lack of Motivation
In a shocking turn of events, a forgotten laundry basket brimming with clean clothes has yet again failed to complete its journey from the living room to the bedroom, citing "lack of motivation" as the primary reason for the delay. The laundry basket, affectionately...
Portland’s 2025 Naked Bike Ride Cancelled After City Runs Out of Eye Bleach
In a shocking turn of events, Portland officials announced that this year’s highly anticipated Naked Bike Ride has been abruptly canceled after the city completely ran out of eye bleach. The shortage occurred just days before the annual event, leaving local residents...