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The Portland Pickles secured a 4-3 comeback victory against the Marion Berries in Game 1 of the West Coast League playoffs. Josh Schleichardt tied the game with a home run in the eighth inning, and Tanner Griffith drove in the winning run in the ninth. The series continues with Game 2 on Saturday at Walker Stadium.
Authorities identified 49-year-old DaRon V. Craig as the pedestrian killed by a speeding vehicle in Northeast Portland. The incident occurred around 11:45 a.m. on Thursday, with another pedestrian hospitalized in critical condition.
A convicted rapist, Elijah Arce, faces charges of kidnapping an 11-year-old girl in Salem while remaining unclassified as a sex offender in Oregon. The state has a backlog of about 18,000 unclassified sex offenders due to funding and staffing limitations. Recent legislative actions aim to address this issue as Arce's new charges raise questions about his classification process.
The City of Portland provides essential accommodations for access to city programs and services to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws. Residents can request various support services, including translation and interpretation, by calling 503-823-4000. This initiative ensures inclusivity for all community members.
The Portland City Council approved the Unified Housing Strategy (UHS) resolution by an 11-1 vote, aiming for a cohesive approach to address the city's housing crisis. Councilors Avalos and Dunphy emphasized the need for long-term solutions to ensure safe and affordable housing for all Portlanders. The full draft of the UHS is expected by December 1, 2025.
The City of Portland published a staff report regarding a conditional use review for a site at 8500 NE Siskiyou St. The report, designated as case LU 25-007973 CU, was made available on August 7, 2025. Interested parties can access the report and related documents through the city’s official website.
Nickole Cheron, Portland's ADA Title II Disability Equity Manager, advocates for accessibility in city programs for individuals with disabilities. She emphasizes the importance of community engagement and data collection through surveys, which help identify barriers faced by residents. Cheron’s personal experiences drive her mission to improve the city’s inclusivity and responsiveness.
The City of Morrison, Illinois, issued a notice regarding Land Use Decision LU 25-043806 DZ, set to begin on August 7, 2025. This decision involves modifications to land use that may impact local business operations and financial assistance programs. The ruling aims to address the needs of the community, emphasizing design review and land use regulations.
Damon Lamarr Johnson, 52, died in police custody after a struggle on June 27, prompting scrutiny of Portland's crisis response systems. Police Chief Bob Day expressed a desire for alternatives to law enforcement involvement in mental health emergencies, highlighting the underutilization of Project Respond, a 24/7 mental health crisis service.
Portland city officials announced a conditional use proposal for the site at 12711-12713 SE Holgate Blvd. The public comment deadline for this proposal is set for August 28, 2025.