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Portland teen faces domestic terrorism charges, and a push to try him as an adult, after allegedly mixing chemicals in his school cafeteria

“The impact of our student body has been one of terror.”

We Got This Covered · Oct 4

Portland wraps traffic signal boxes in colourful art to help fight graffiti

Portland is giving ordinary traffic signal boxes a colourful new purpose, covering the metal cabinets with artwork that does more than brighten street corners. The city is using durable vinyl wraps to make these pieces of essential infrastructure more attractive while testing whether the coverings can also discourage graffiti and…

The Times of India · Oct 4

TriMet Attempt To Take Figo House: records, neighbors and press foil Portland land grab; lone office endures

In 2005, Randal Acker made a significant investment by purchasing a historic house for his law practice close to Portland State University. TriMet's desire to acquire the property for a redevelopment project ignited a heated public dispute over eminent domain issues. Through transparency and public backing, Acker successfully retained ownership,…

The Times of India · Oct 2

School Becomes Historic Hotel: Classrooms turn into guest rooms; chalkboards stay up

Once a bustling school founded in 1915, Portland's Kennedy School faced closure in 1975 due to dwindling enrollment and poor conditions. However, a dedicated community coalition stepped in to rescue it from the brink of demolition. In 1997, McMenamins reimagined the space, creating a vibrant venue with hotels, bars, and…

The Times of India · Sep 24

Charity Jordans Fetch Big Sum: Rare Spike Lee pair found in bin; $50,800 aids Portland Rescue Mission

In 2023, a worker at Portland Rescue Mission discovered a pair of metallic-gold Air Jordan 3 sneakers buried among donated clothing. The shoes turned out to be an exceptionally rare custom pair made for Spike Lee and his inner circle, with only about four or five pairs believed to have…

The Times of India · Sep 22

Oregon student remains stuck in South Korea over mental health episode that caused damage worth $170; he is out of prison but country bans his exit

A 20-year-old engineering student from Portland, Oregon, remained stuck in South Korea months after he was arrested during what his family described as a mental health crisis. Although a South Korean court acquitted him after finding that he lacked criminal responsibility, a prosecutor's appeal and an exit restriction have prevented…

The Times of India · Sep 21

Top Chef finalist Brian Malarkey: After 27 restaurants, I'm betting big on my hometown Portland — and we're headed for $10 million in sales this year

People told me Portland was a bad bet and I chose to make a big one instead. I'm a chef, not an economist, but I put my money where my mouth is.

Fortune · Sep 19

A developer planned to bulldoze this 1910 Oregon bungalow and divide its 1.04-acre lot

In a remarkable turn of events, a historic Arts and Crafts bungalow from 1910 was spared from demolition by developers. The property underwent a meticulous restoration that lasted several years, ensuring modern systems were integrated while retaining its classic charm. Ultimately, this stunning 3,074-square-foot residence was sold for an impressive…

The Times of India · Sep 18

Anna’s hummingbirds were absent from Portland before 1968, but later became common birds

Anna's hummingbirds have expanded their range across the Pacific Northwest region. These small birds established populations in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. Numbers remained low for decades before rising rapidly from the late 1990s. Introduced plants and ornamental gardens aided this significant population growth. Climate change may have also supported…

The Times of India · Sep 17

The Most Ambitious Fantasy Epic Of The Year Has Been 5 Years In The Making

Everything in LAIKA’s latest fantasy epic, Wildwood, has been painstakingly crafted for the movie. Nothing will be reused.

Inverse · Sep 16