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The City of Canby, Oregon, issued a notice regarding land use decision LU 25-032538 AD. The decision addresses modifications to land use regulations, impacting local businesses and development. This ruling may influence future land development projects in the area.
The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability issued a notice regarding Land Use Decision LU 25-039804 TR, scheduled for August 11, 2025. The decision impacts local land use regulations and invites community engagement.
Homicide detectives investigate a gunshot death at a North Portland motel, where a man was found dead on Monday evening. Police report that the suspect or suspects fled the scene before officers arrived. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact detectives.
A three-alarm brush fire destroyed a barn in Beavercreek, Oregon, on Monday evening. Firefighters contained the blaze and prevented it from spreading to surrounding vegetation, with no injuries reported. Investigators are working to determine the cause of the fire.
Multnomah County declared a heat emergency as temperatures in Portland may hit 100 degrees on August 11. Three daytime cooling centers will open, providing relief to residents facing health risks from extreme heat. TriMet will allow free transit for those heading to cooling shelters.
The LGBTQ+ Historic Sites Project in Portland documented hundreds of sites linked to the city's queer history, including 45 new locations in 2025. This initiative aims to recognize and preserve the contributions of LGBTQ+ communities to Portland's cultural landscape. The project highlights both previously undocumented sites and reassesses the significance of established landmarks.
Scandals, a Portland LGBTQ+ bar, will close its Southwest Harvey Milk Street location on September 21 after 46 years in business. The owner cited COVID-19, rising costs, and changes in the downtown area as reasons for not renewing the lease, but plans to open a new family-friendly queer space on Northeast Alberta this fall.
Oregon faces a projected loss of $15 billion in funding from Medicaid and SNAP due to budget cuts from the Trump Administration's recent budget bill. Governor Tina Kotek criticized the cuts, asserting they will harm vulnerable populations, including children and families. She plans to collaborate with lawmakers to mitigate the impact of these funding reductions.
Portland provides essential accessibility services in compliance with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws. Services include translation, interpretation, and other accommodations to ensure all residents can access city programs and services. To request assistance, residents can call 503-823-4000.
Oregon’s DMV generates millions by selling drivers’ personal information to qualified buyers, including insurance companies and private investigators. Since 2020, the agency has processed over 10 million requests, earning more than $60 million, while privacy advocates urge for stricter regulations on data access.