Politics
Oregon House Bill 2891 Directs New Transit Funds to Portland Metro
Portland residents face potential adjustments to TriMet service levels and fares after the state legislature approved additional operating support for the metropolitan area.
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wellness
Eating Well on a Tight Budget: Local Tips for Portland Shoppers
With grocery bills still biting hard across Oregon, Portland's community food networks and savvy neighborhood markets offer real ways to stretch your dollar without sacrificing nutrition.
wellness
Portland Swimmers Discover 5+ Outdoor Lap Pools For Summer Training
From outdoor pools to natural swimming holes, Portland's open-air lap options are better than most residents realize.
wellness
Portland's Sleep Clinics Are Busier Than Ever, Here's What You Need to Know Before Booking a Study
From the Pearl District to Northeast Portland, local sleep medicine programs are seeing surging demand as residents finally take their rest seriously.
wellness
Portland Residents Discover Free Weekly 5K Parkruns Across City Parks
Portland residents are signing up for weekly timed 5K events that start at multiple city parks this summer.
lifestyle
Portland Residents Master MAX Rail and Bike Network This Summer
From the MAX Light Rail lines to the city’s extensive cycle network, here is how to navigate the Rose City this summer.
community
Explore Two Portlands: Summer Guide to Oregon's Art and Maine's History
From Portland, Oregon's street art loop to Portland, Maine's cobblestone history, here's what's on offer for guided and self-guided explorers.
wellness
The Three Sleep Killers Hiding in Your Portland Bedroom
Temperature, light, and noise are quietly wrecking your rest, and Portland's long summer days and urban noise corridors are making it worse.
news
Brennan Center Documents 185,232 Voter Challenges Filed in 2024
The Brennan Center documented at least 185,232 voter challenges filed in 2024, a figure that illustrates the tactic's reach ahead of the next national contests.
property
Is Renting Actually Cheaper Than Buying Right Now in Portland?
Monthly costs for many two-bedroom units now run below mortgage payments on similar properties amid elevated rates.
wellness
Where to Find the Best Parkrun Near You in Portland
Portland's free weekly 5K movement is pulling thousands of runners and walkers off the couch every Saturday morning, here's where to show up and what to expect.
culture
Portland's Summer 2026 Music Festivals: Free Concerts Through August
Free concerts, classical series and waterfront events continue through late July and into August across Portland parks and established venues.