THE TRASH REPORT: Tacky Columns, Tacky Shoes, and Zach Braff Said WHAT?! By Elinor Jones.

Anonymous Police ID Numbers Cause Delay in Reporting on Use of Force.

The Portland Police Bureau obscures officer identities in use-of-force data, creating bureaucratic delays that undermine public accountability and impede transparency regarding how police interact with community members.

Multnomah County Employee Union Rescinds Julia Brim-Edwards Endorsement.

AFSCME Local 88 rescinds its endorsement of Julia Brim-Edwards for Multnomah County Chair, shifting support to Shannon Singleton following concerns regarding internal processes and the candidate's track record.

How Did So Much Portland History End Up in The Elk?

Erika Bolstad’s documentary, The Elk, explores the history and recent controversy surrounding Portland's iconic Thompson Elk statue, capturing the intersection of civic art, protest, and cultural preservation.

Trail Blazers Crush Phoenix Suns in First Game of the Season.

Damian Lillard makes a triumphant return to the Portland Trail Blazers, sparking excitement and a dominant season-opening victory alongside new teammate Ja Morant amidst ongoing ownership tensions.

Good Morning News: Brim-Edwards Loses Union Endorsement, White Supremacist Losers’ West Linn Literature, France Pays Cops in Lieu of Addressing High Costs. By Jeremiah Hayden.

This edition covers local Portland political shifts, hate speech incidents in West Linn, Trail Blazers basketball updates, and international news regarding climate change, politics, and civil unrest in France.