Good Morning, News: Governors’ Debate, “Weaponized Charges of Antisemitism” in Portland, Blazers Announcer Works a Fraction of a Scaramucci, and France in Flames. By Jeremiah Hayden.

“Weaponized Charges of Antisemitism”: Human Rights Advocates Reject Councilors’ Characterizations of Investment Policy.

Portland City Council members spar over a proposed human rights investment screen, with critics alleging the policy masks antisemitism, while advocates demand ethical standards for the city's investment portfolio.

The History of Concrete Follows the Fracture.

Filmmaker John Wilson explores the impermanence of life and architecture in his quirky new documentary, The History of Concrete, blending personal obsession with profound, unexpected human connection.

Good Morning, News: Kotek Says She Would Separate State Psychiatric Hospital from OHA, Egg Prices Are Down, and SNAP Admin Costs Are Going Up! By Suzette Smith.

This briefing covers local Oregon news, including hospital agency shifts and police accountability, alongside national reports on airline emergencies, food assistance budget cuts, and a failed Tennessee execution.

OK Omens Will Close, Goodbye to Oven and Shaker, and a New Brazilian Cafe and Bar Is On the Way

Portland’s dining scene faces a bittersweet transition as iconic institutions like OK Omens and Oven and Shaker close, while vibrant new spots like Bossa and Modhaus emerge.

How Portland Became a Player in the Comic Book Industry

Discover how Portland evolved from a quiet retreat for artists into a powerhouse global hub for the comic book industry, defying traditional publishing norms through community and innovation.