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The Salvation Army permanently closed the 200-bed Northrup Street shelter in Northwest Portland's Pearl District after one year of operation. The city cut shelter funding to close a budget shortfall, and the site had been Portland's largest overnight shelter. The closure removes 200 overnight shelter beds from the city's supply.
OPB · Sep 18, 2026The Portland City Council advanced an ordinance making personal psychedelic use a low priority for law enforcement. A final council vote is scheduled for September 30, and the measure would create a Psychedelics Advisory Commission. The commission would focus on harm reduction and education, so the vote may shape local drug policy.
KPTV · Sep 24, 2026Portland City Council unanimously approved a resolution on redeveloping city-owned land around the Moda Center and Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The resolution covers ten parcels and directs the city to negotiate with a development partner, likely Albina Vision Trust. The talks will influence what is built on public land in the area.
OPB · Sep 3, 2026U.S. Marshals shot and killed a police dog named Kylo during an attempted arrest near a southeast Portland hotel. The German shepherd was on the last scheduled day before retirement, and the arrest involved a murder suspect. The death ended the dog's police career on the day retirement was due to begin.
KPTV · Sep 24, 2026Nib used AI to summarize the linked public news sources. No Juncture editor reviewed this brief. AI summaries can miss context or make mistakes, so check the original sources before acting on this information.
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Rian Dundon's new collection, Streamers, will show at Franklin Foto. The work examines the blurred line between professional journalism and activist observation, particularly concerning protests. Dundon notes this culture is pervasive as people mediate the world through screens.
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City Employees can access the Nike Company Store located at 3485 SW Knowlton Road, Beaverton, OR 97005. This one-time access is available from Saturday, October 10 through Sunday, November 8. Employees must provide their Employee ID/Badge and a government-issued ID for entry.
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Upcoming events in Portland include the Swan Island Dahlia Festival's last day, a Sebé Kan performance at Newmark Theatre, and the screening of 'Black Zombie' at Tomorrow Theater. Other activities feature a standup showcase at Funhouse Lounge and craft fairs at SymbiOp Garden Shop.
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Portland restaurant owner Monique Siu is retiring at 74 and will close her wine-focused bistro, OK Omens, on Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard. The closure marks the end of a chapter that began with Castagna and Café Castagna. OK Omens will serve its final day on Saturday, Oct. 17.
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A local piece addressed to the 'Mushroom Taffy Man' expresses adoration for his delicious goods, noting how they brighten shows and family time. The anonymous writer laments his sudden disappearance, suggesting demand might be too high for his kitchen.
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Portland horror author Keith Rosson's novel, Coffin Moon, has taken initial steps toward a TV series adaptation. The project involves writing and production team members attached to the show. Rosson noted that the book is set in Portland during the 1970s.
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This weekend in Portland features several events including a celebration for Dolly Parton on September 25th. Other activities mentioned are cheering on the Beavs at OSU Beaver Game Day and visiting the Cats of Sunnyside Field Trip. Thom Hartmann will also be featured.
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