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We need our city hall, mayor and council members to collectively revoke the ICE facility permit and represent the values of Portland residents,

It's been two years since the start of the war in Gaza, and it's easy to feel helpless in the face of destruction and violence halfway around the world. A group of local bands presents a simple opportunity for you to engage: come to Mother Foucault's Bookshop, donate the cost of a concert ticket, and it will all go to Gaza Soup Kitchen, which provides clean drinking water, basic medical care, and vegetarian meals to Palestinians in need.

Looking for the silver-linings in a Portlandic "war zone." As troops continue to roll in, unwelcome, to American cities, you can be forgiven for calling the national picture "pretty bleak." But even now, the news will occasionally let you get off a chuckle or guffaw, even if it isn't always from your better nature. It's SchadenFriday; go ahead and indulge.

AP Photo/Patrick Semansky An aide to White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller recently texted with high-level Trump administration officials about deploying the 82nd Airborne Division to Portland, Oregon, according to The Minneapolis Star Tribune. Images of the texts were taken by a source who then sent them to the Star Tribune. The texts indicated that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth considered deploying the legendary division within the U.S. The publication reported that Anthony Salisbury, who is a Miller deputy, communicated with other Trump officials last weekend via the app Signal in a conspicuous manner:

The news came at an emergency press conference on Friday evening, where Portland Mayor Keith Wilson announced that the "rumors about deployment" of national law enforcement "became a reality" today, after a week of escalating rhetoric out of the White House. Wilson said the city has confirmed sightings of armored federal law enforcement vehicles and agents on Portland's streets. He and other elected officials and community leaders urged Portlanders not to "take the bait" from the Trump administration, encouraging calm and nonviolent protest.

"I think some people only look at the numbers and see the number of deaths are not going in the right direction. It's important to explain that Vision Zero is not a model, it's a goal," Koyama Lane told the Mercury. She says Portland should remain steadfast in its belief that no one should die while trying to get around the city. "Getting to that number zero is a holistic goal that we can never give up on," Koyama Lane said.

HELLOOOO, SMART STUFF! It's time once again to put your brainy-brain to the test with this week's edition of POP QUIZ PDX -our weekly, local, sassy-ass trivia quiz. And this week we'll be testing your knowledge on celebrities who love Portland, dipshit presidents who HATE Portland, and... wait. Did the rapture happen, and I missed it? 🤔 But first! How did you do on our last quiz? Oooo-wheeee, you are so smart! But when asked which mall food court restaurant you would

From his own childhood, Hargrave said, he has a lot of experience to draw on to relate to Scar's feeling of being "second best," and being "the villain" doesn't trouble him too much. Each night he and actors playing Zazu and Rafiki gather before the show, go through their makeup and puppetry sessions, and help each other get into their roles. "It's ritualistic that drops you right into character," Hargrave said.

"So I went in, and nobody was there. And it was transformational," Isaak said. "You walk into that space, and you know you are someplace else. And if you're lucky, you can relinquish all the baggage that you're carrying and just be in that place."

When the city of Portland permitted Zenith Energy to continue operating its fuel transport and storage facility in Northwest Portland three years ago, it did so on several conditions designed to limit potential harms to the environment. The land use compatibility statement issued by the city requires Zenith to phase out its use of crude oil, reduce its storage tank capacity, and reduce other potentially toxic emissions.

We often revel in the artistic craftsmanship of hand-built bikes. For most, owning one is like owning an original Picasso, only you also get to ride it. Many of us will settle for reading about handmade frames and bikes online or attending events showcasing them. And very few of us will actually attempt to build one. Surely, the know-how aspect is a huge barrier, as many may not have a mind bent toward frame building.

I was blind for two and a half years. This is the first time I've seen anything.

Dan McLean got an eviction notice at his apartment last week, instructing him to be out in less than five days. But McLean, who lives at a property owned by Home Forward-and is severely visually impaired-didn't know he'd been served previous eviction papers or that he was behind on rent. He says the housing voucher he receives wasn't covering his full rent, but no one at The Yards at Union Station apartments bothered to tell him, and he started racking up back rent and fees. To make things worse, court summons were being sent to a mailbox he didn't have access to.

The MAX rumbles through the opening shot of James Sweeney's new Portland-set psychological dramedy, Twinless. The train clears to reveal an empty restaurant. It's quiet, but forebodingly quiet- almost peaceful. Soon, the city swells into a bustling yet pointedly isolating backdrop for this black comedy about two grieving young men who bond in a support group for those who have lost a twin. This tranquility won't last.

Here at Property Watch, we love Portland's "everyday houses": the common foursquares, ranches, and bungalows that line our streets and make up much of the city's housing stock. While they tend to be less showy and ornate, they're no less important, says architectural historian Thomas Hubka, for "their significant contribution to the over-all quality of our city's quality of life." Even more so when they become the subject of a creative makeover, like this jewel box of a bungalow in the Roseway neighborhood.

The Edlefsen house stands as a testament to early 20th-century architecture, showcasing original oak hardwood floors, leaded glass windows, and thoughtful updates that blend old and new.

The Portland Mercury is hiring a full-time news reporter with a focus on short-form reporting and breaking news, plus opportunities for in-depth culture writing.

The Portland Trail Blazers reportedly have a new owner, Tom Dundon, who wants to keep the team in Portland. This change comes after years of uncertainty.

The Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation, and Technology, now in its third year at OMSI, showcases over 170 films, VR experiences, and panel presentations.

The drinks at Trung Nguyên Legend Cafe are known for their visual appeal and unique presentations, especially the Ottoman and Roman ice milk coffee sets.

The night started with an expectation of enjoyment following a $25 donation to the Mercury, but quickly turned into disappointment as the crowd exhibited a lack of energy.