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The City of Portland provides ADA accommodations, ensuring access to city services in compliance with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws. Residents can request translation, interpretation, and other services by calling 503-823-4000. This initiative aims to enhance inclusivity in city programs.
Project Pabst festival returns to Portland's Waterfront Park in 2025, featuring headliners like Iggy Pop and Death Cab for Cutie, and drawing thousands of attendees. The event signals a resurgence in downtown foot traffic, with locals expressing renewed optimism about the city's revival after recent hardships.
Chef Greg Higgins of downtown Portland's Higgins restaurant reported a surge in reservations, offering a glimmer of hope amid challenges faced by local businesses. In contrast, other establishments like 'Home, A Bar' and 'Slow Bar' announced closures due to the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and neighborhood changes. The future remains uncertain for many downtown businesses despite the recent wave of support.
Rep. Maxine Dexter (D-Oregon) addressed critical issues such as immigration enforcement and Medicaid cuts during an interview with KATU News. She criticized the lack of transparency surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein files and expressed concern over the economic impact of President Trump's tariffs on Oregon.
A former Sam's Club manager, Robert Hinson, faces charges for stealing $366,000 to finance a counterfeit luxury goods store. The theft occurred between March 18 and April 29, 2024, while Hinson was on medical leave, exploiting his managerial knowledge to carry out the crime undetected. He has been arrested and booked on multiple charges, including grand theft and money laundering.
Team Parker won first place at Newport's sandcastle competition with a sculpture of a great white shark. The event attracted 19 teams and approximately 200 attendees, showcasing various impressive sand sculptures. Park ranger Patrick Newhall praised the morning and the quality of the sculptures.
Demolition of the former Nordstrom building at Lloyd Center Mall in Portland progresses as part of a redevelopment initiative. The plan aims to revitalize the mall and its surroundings, creating a vibrant hub with residential, retail, and entertainment options. A new venue is set to open in 2027 on the site, accommodating up to 4,250 attendees.
The Washington County Sheriff's Office seeks assistance in locating James Richen, a 52-year-old man with dementia, reported missing in Aloha, Oregon. Richen, last seen on foot around 10 a.m. on July 26, may be heading to downtown Portland. Authorities urge anyone who spots him to call 911 for his safe return.
At least 11 people suffered stab wounds at a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan, on Saturday. Authorities have taken a suspect into custody as the local sheriff's office investigates the incident. The Michigan State Police urged the public to avoid the area during the ongoing investigation.
A train in Salem struck and killed a 66-year-old man who was walking on the tracks near McGilchrist Street. Despite attempts to alert him, the train crew could not stop in time, and the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities closed surrounding streets for several hours as they responded to the incident.