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Good Morning News: Portland Police Bureau Exploring AI Tools It Can’t Legally Use, Patrick Stewart Dead at 86, Time Enters Goth Era. By Jeremiah Hayden.

This news roundup covers local police bodycam footage, a tragic helicopter crash near McMinnville, the passing of actor Patrick Stewart, and various upcoming Halloween weekend events in Portland.

Good Morning, News: BLM Bat Beauty Contest Is Back, Clocks Change on Sunday, and UFW Co-Founder Dolores Huerta Has Died. By Suzette Smith.

This morning roundup covers Portland shelter surveys, a bike scavenger hunt, the return of the BLM Bat Beauty Contest, daylight savings changes, and significant national news and obituaries.

Diary of a Carry Shit Olympian.

Participants endure a grueling 24-hour cargo bike scavenger hunt across Portland, completing physical tasks and navigation challenges for glory, community, and the ultimate bragging rights in this unique race.

Good Morning, News: Council Candidate Cop’s Disturbing Use of Force Record, Fact-Checking RFK Jr, and Where to Get Your Spooky On. By Courtney Vaughn.

Portland morning updates cover local election reminders, a City Council candidate's police record, Cloud City Ice Cream's crowdfunding struggle, and global political news regarding Israel and international climate efforts.

Council Candidate Eli Arnold Is a Cop. In 2021, He Used Force More than Any Other Officer.

Portland City Council candidate and police officer Eli Arnold ranks among the top officers for use-of-force incidents, with data showing disproportionate interactions with Black and unhoused residents.