Portland’s Coolest Game Shop Hides in Black Water’s Record Store

A New Elliott Smith Biography To Break Your Heart and Make You Smile.

Biographer Jamie Fisher explores the life of indie icon Elliott Smith in a new book, providing fresh insights into the late musician's complex personality and artistic legacy.

Lloyd’s Last Laps.

The Portland Criterium transformed the area surrounding the abandoned Lloyd Center into a high-energy, technical bike racing circuit, blending professional athletics with a festive neighborhood community celebration.

Multnomah County Sued Fossil Fuel Companies for Billions. What Happens Next?

Multnomah County is suing major oil and gas companies for $52 billion, alleging they fueled climate change and misled the public, while defendants seek to dismiss the case.

Good Morning, News: Canadian Tariffs Paused, the Fight to Save Sunflower Stars From Extinction, and Multnomah County’s Fight Against Oil and Gas Companies Continues in Court. By Courtney Vaughn.

This morning briefing covers a tragic local train incident, ongoing climate litigation in Multnomah County, sunflower star restoration, Florida primary results, and fluctuating international tariff negotiations.

Good Morning, News: Water Tower Goes Boom, The Push for Green Jobs in Oregon, and Zuckerberg in the Hot Seat (Again). By Taylor Griggs.

This briefing covers local Portland updates, including the Centennial Mills demolition, regional workforce development in clean energy, national tech trials against Meta, and ongoing Florida primary election developments.