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Portland's WNBA team reintroduced the name and logo of the Portland Fire, aiming to revive the legacy of women's basketball in the city. Interim president Clare Hamill expressed excitement about reconnecting Portland with the sport on a global stage. However, a poll revealed that over half of the local respondents preferred a different name.
The Oregon Department of Transportation faces severe financial difficulties, prompting significant layoffs and service cuts. Despite these challenges, ODOT intends to proceed with the $2.1 billion Rose Quarter plan, although federal funding is now uncertain due to a recent spending bill.
Residential garbage bills in Portland will rise by $1.55 to $2.05 per month due to inflation and increased disposal costs. The new rates apply based on container size, and property owners must set up services for rental properties. A new Oregon law allows for free mattress recycling at designated locations.
Councilor Loretta Smith expressed her sorrow over the tragic death of Damon Lamarr Johnson, who died following an encounter with law enforcement. The incident has sparked discussions about police conduct and community safety in Portland.
Clackamas County authorities intensified the search for Ralph Sawyer, a missing mountain biker last seen near Mount Hood. Sawyer, 52, disappeared on July 11, 2025, after failing to return from a biking trip, prompting a coordinated rescue effort involving volunteers, K9 units, and drones. His vehicle was located with his cell phone inside, and officials continue to seek public assistance in the case.
U.S. Rep. Maxine Dexter claims an Oregon family has been unlawfully detained by Customs and Border Protection near the Canadian border. The family was reportedly taken into custody following the arrest of their mother for attempting to smuggle illegal aliens. Dexter argues that the detention lacks justification and that the family is currently held in Ferndale, Washington.
Intel Corporation will lay off 2,392 employees in Oregon, a significant increase from its initial plan to cut 529 jobs. The layoffs will begin on July 15 and are expected to be permanent, affecting several facilities in Hillsboro and Aloha. Laid-off workers will receive nine weeks of pay and benefits.
Body camera footage reveals the moments leading to Damon Lamarr Johnson's death after police restrained him in his North Portland apartment on June 27. Officers responded to reports of erratic behavior and found Johnson unresponsive shortly after handcuffing him. An investigation into the incident is ongoing, with three officers currently on administrative leave.
A Sunday Parkways event will take place in East Portland from July 11 to July 14, 2025. This event celebrates community engagement and encourages local volunteering. Participants can enjoy concerts and various attractions throughout the weekend.
Portland's Land Use Decision LU 25-033099 MLDS will take effect on July 11, 2025. The ruling addresses modifications and appeals related to land use for the Maniac Latin Disciples. Local stakeholders are expected to respond to the decision's implications for urban development.