The proposal, crafted and referred by city leaders, presented voters with a stark and, for some, an exasperating choice: hike Portland’s current parks levy by 75%, or watch one of the city’s most treasured civic assets wither under severe budget cuts and the ensuing neglect.

Portlanders have long voiced their love for the city's parks and natural areas, but the proposed 75% increase on the levy has sparked backlash.

The authorities, who were investigating the fire as a possible arson, said on Tuesday that it was “not a targeted act of violence.”

The city's wage floor will soon be one of the highest in the country after voters approved Question A by a 62.7% to 35.5% margin.

Local governments in the Portland area are pledging new funds and support for families in need as access to federal food assistance remains in limbo.

The races we are keeping close tabs on include the Portland parks levy, a police services levy in Vancouver, and a public safety-levy in Washington County.

Oscar Burrell Jr. has a hearing for alleged violations of his parole on Friday. He made his first brief appearance before a judge this morning.

A man with a lengthy criminal history was arrested Tuesday morning on suspicion of sparking the fire that scorched Portland City Councilor Candace Avalos’ townhome and car, police say. A five-count charging document released by prosecutors accuses Vashon M.

Portland Police officers are investigating three separate shootings over the weekend, two of which were deadly.

Nearly 2,600 of the homeless people who were surveyed reported that they were living with serious mental illnesses.