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Oregon Judge Keeps Multnomah County’s $51.55 Billion Climate Suit Alive

Five years after a heat wave killed 69 people in Multnomah County, an Oregon judge has allowed the county to pursue its claim that Exxon Mobil and other fossil fuel companies helped make the disaster worse by misleading the public about the climate risks of their products. Multnomah County Circuit...

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KGW

Multnomah County warns of seasonal toilet rats

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Oregon Zoo Acquires Former Children's Museum Site

The Oregon Zoo has officially acquired a 3.4-acre property that formerly housed the Portland Children’s Museum and OMSI, gaining a site adjacent to its Washington Park campus and laying the groundwork for future conservation, education and community-focused projects. “This is an exciting moment for the zoo and for the...

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Region between Portland and Vancouver B.C. expected to grow by 3.4 million people by 2050: WSDOT

VANCOUVER Wash. (KPTV) - The Washington State Department of Transportation is seeking public input as it examines potential improvements to Interstate 5 and studies whether high-speed rail could serve the region between Vancouver, British Columbia, and Portland, Oregon. The area, known as the Cascadia megaregion, is expected to grow by...

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Lake Oswego Review

Lake Oswego’s economic outlook by the numbers

The city of Lake Oswego and the Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce recently collaborated on an economic development strategy plan, which the City Council approved at a Tuesday, Nov. 3 […]

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Multnomah County’s $51B lawsuit against Big Oil allowed to proceed

The Multnomah County Circuit Court is allowing the county's lawsuit against some of the largest oil companies in the world to proceed after the companies tried to dismiss the case, which seeks more than $50 billion in damages.

Multnomah County, OR · 4d

The Cool Down

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Oregon homeowner's outage test leaves solar panels idle in sunshine until batteries drop to 85%

"They didn't really explain if there was a glitch in the app or a problem with firmware."

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A labor look at the November 2026 election results

Across the United States, the results of the Nov. 3 election could have a deep impact on the fortunes of organized labor. Democrats will have at least 54 of the 100 seats in the U.S. Senate, and could have as many as 56 depending on still-to-be-finalized election outcomes in Alaska and Mississippi. In the U.S. House, it’s predicted Democrats will have 259 seats — an 83 seat majority.

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Clark County Council elections appear to affirm status quo

Voters signaled a clear desire for sweeping change in many state and federal races across the country this week. But in local races for Clark County Council, in Southwest Washington, most voters seemed to want more of the same. A majority of seats on the nonpartisan, five-member council were up...

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The Portland Mercury

Good Morning, News: Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek Claims Victory, Fire at Jackie’s PDX, and NASA Warns Hubble Telescope Could Fall to Earth

If you appreciate the Mercury‘s interesting and useful news & culture reporting, consider making a small monthly contribution to support our editorial team. Your donation is tax-deductible. You can also subscribe and have our papers delivered!. Good Morning, Portland! How’s your schadenfreude? Don’t blow it all in one place....

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Bull Run project wins safety award

The city of Portland‘s Bull Run Filtration has earned a rare honor for workplace safety. The $2.56 billion project was recently named a “Star Site” by the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division’s Voluntary Protection Program. It’s the first Star Site award given out since 2010.

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Oregon City's 1912 Star Theater Reborn as First City Theater on Main Street

A building that has hosted vaudeville acts, early films, dive bars and a neighborhood pub for more than a century is about to become a theater again. Eric and Aden Nepom bought the structure at 720 Main St. in downtown Oregon City for $750,000 in August, with plans to transform it into First City Theater, a venue for improv, scripted plays, musicals, burlesque, classic films and stand-up comedy.

Oregon City, OR · 4d

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This Oregon Museum Holds Objects That Tell The State’s Story In Unexpected Ways

A single copper coin decided the name of a major American city. Two founders flipped it, and the winner picked the name of his hometown back East. That coin still exists, and you can see it in person. It sits in a museum that also lets you sniff salmon, hazelnuts, and wheat. Yes, history here comes with a scent track.

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Oregon City elects first Asian American mayor, youngest in city history

OREGON CITY, ORE. (KATU) — History was made in Oregon City this week as voters elected Adam Marl, making him the city's first Asian American mayor and the youngest person ever to hold the office. Fresh off the victory, Marl, who grew up in Oregon City, says he's more...

Oregon City, OR · 4d

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Portland city union workers prepare to go on strike amid contract dispute

PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - Hundreds of Portland city workers are preparing to walk off the job Monday unless they can reach a deal with the city. “Our workers, our Portlanders, know what is at stake, we know what is at risk, and the long term financial security of our families is one of those things that are at risk,” said City of Portland Professional Workers Union President Kari Koch.

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Multnomah County offices closed for Veterans Day

A friendly reminder that a majority of services offered over email, phone, and in-person will be unavailable on Wednesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day, including:. Multnomah County Health Department and community health centers, including dental clinics, pharmacies, and Student Health Centers. Multnomah County Division of Recording, Assessment, and...

Multnomah County, OR · 4d

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Oregon City Freezes Data Center Projects for 120 Days, Even With None on the Books

Oregon City commissioners voted on Wednesday to freeze new data center and battery energy storage system development for 120 days, even though the city had zero applications or inquiries from the industry on file when the vote happened. The moratorium blocks projects in five industrial and mixed-use zones while city staff dig through existing codes and write new rules governing how, or whether, such facilities can be built.

Oregon City, OR · 4d

The Newberg Graphic

Work begins on Newberg Main Street water line project

If you are a frequent traveler of North Main Street in Newberg, you may have noticed activity along a short section of the thoroughfare over the past couple of days. […]

Newberg, OR · 4d

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‘Heartbreaking decision’: PPS board chair reacts to public pushback over school closure plan

PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - Portland Public Schools is still facing tough questions over a $65 million budget shortfall that could close up to 14 schools and cut hundreds of staff. FOX 12 was able to hear directly from the board chair after growing concerns from parents and teachers about the district’s proposed “rightsizing” plan.