Good Morning, News: Feds Have TERRIBLE Day in Court, Kotek Sends $5 Million to Food Banks, and Trump...

Portland Mercury 10/30 5:35A Wm. Steven Humphrey

by Wm. Steven Humphrey If you’re reading this, you probably know the value of the Mercury ’ s news reporting, arts and culture coverage, event calendar, and the bevy of events we host throughout the year. The work we do helps our city shine, but...

Introducing the Portland Mercury’s Newest Reporter, Jeremiah Hayden!

Portland Mercury 10/28 10:43A Jeremiah Hayden

by Jeremiah Hayden Hello, fans and haters of the Portland Mercury . My name is Jeremiah Hayden. If all goes well, this will be the last time I am the news and you can instead count on me to bring you some uncompromising journalism as the latest...

SAVAGE LOVE: Cage Match

Portland Mercury 10/28 6:50A Dan Savage

He can't find a cage to fit his cock, and she's sad her brother touched her tits. Another week in the life of Savage Love! by Dan Savage The fact that I’m in an LTR with a partner who knows I’m bi, is fine with me exploring with other guys, allows...

Good Morning News: Investigators Doubtful That Fire at Councilor's Home Was Targeted Violence, Elon...

Portland Mercury 10/28 5:55A Courtney Vaughn

Attorneys in Chicago are asking a judge to block federal immigration agents from using tear gas, alleging Department of Homeland Security agents have violated the terms of a current temporary restraining order that restricts the use of the...

Ticket Alert: The Last Dinner Party, Echo & The Bunnymen, and More Portland Events Going On Sale...

Portland Mercury 10/23 11:06A EverOut Staff

Plus, Daniel Tosh and More Event Updates for October 23 by EverOut Staff Need a dose of escapism? Plan your next big outing with the latest batch of ticket releases. London indie rockers The Last Dinner Party will play tunes from their sophomore...

Trail Blazers' Head Coach Chauncey Billups Arrested in Connection to Mafia-Backed Illegal Gambling

Portland Mercury 10/23 8:46A Nolan Parker

The latest details and what it means for the young team's coming season. by Nolan Parker Of all the squares on Portland’s “Let’s Get Rid of Trail Blazer Head Coach Chauncey Billups” bingo card—Mafia ties, extortion, and illegal gambling perhaps...

FREE TICKETS THURSDAY: Enter to Win Free Tix to Goblin, Video Dance Attack, Pixel Grip, and MORE!

Portland Mercury 10/23 8:00A Mercury Promotions

by Mercury Promotions Who's ready to have some fun? Well, the Mercury is here to help with FREE TICKETS to see some of Portland's best concerts and events—our way of saying thanks to our great readers and spread the word about some fantastic...

POP QUIZ PDX: No Kings Mania, Moist Pumpkins, and Throwin' a Party at ICE Town!

Portland Mercury 10/23 6:50A Wm. Steven Humphrey

See how well YOU score on this week's super fun trivia quiz! by Wm. Steven Humphrey HEY THERE, SMARTY BUTT! 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...

Antifa World Headquarters

Portland Mercury 10/23 6:46A Anonymous

by Anonymous 115 SW Ash Street Portland, OR 97286. Send money. [Editor's Note: The Mercury—AKA Antifa World Headquarters—hasn't been at this address for years, but you can forward your donations here . Also, as a reminder, if you are "anti"...

Good Morning, News: Blazer Coach Arrested in Mafia-Connected Sports Betting Scheme, a National Guard...

Portland Mercury 10/23 5:57A Wm. Steven Humphrey

by Wm. Steven Humphrey If you’re reading this, you probably know the value of the Mercury ’ s news reporting, arts and culture coverage, event calendar, and the bevy of events we host throughout the year. The work we do helps our city shine, but...

Hear In Portland: Ural and Leon Thomas Pull Up, Wynne Releases New Mixtape

Portland Mercury 10/22 7:30A Jenni Moore

Read all about what s on the music forecast, Hear In Portland. by Jenni Moore Holy strong Portland, folks! I don’t have much to say other than: Be a good neighbor, keep resisting fascism at every level, and Happy Halloween! This week we’re...

Good Morning, News: Hundreds of Thousands of Oregonians to Lose SNAP Benefits, Merkley Holds the...

Portland Mercury 10/22 6:10A Taylor Griggs

by Taylor Griggs The Mercury provides news and fun every single day—but your help is essential. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please consider making a small monthly contribution , because without...

The 'Big Beautiful Bill' is Gutting Oregon’s SNAP Benefits

Portland Mercury 10/22 4:47A Abe Asher

Sweeping eligibility changes take effect this month. Meanwhile, the government shutdown could leave hundreds of thousands of recipients with no benefits at all in November. by Abe Asher Tens of thousands of Oregonians may be at risk of going...

YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: Emergency Nudity, ICE on Parade, and Portland's Hero Frogs

Portland Mercury 10/19 4:10A Wm. Steven Humphrey

by Wm. Steven Humphrey GOOD MORNING, SUNDAY! It's the perfect time to catch up on some of the great reporting and stories the Mercury churned out this week! (PRO TIP: If you despise being "the last to know," then be one of the first to know by...

Bad Thoughts

Portland Mercury 10/19 3:53A Anonymous

by Anonymous I was walking home. I saw dogs walking, lost. Then I felt a pain in my back ankle area. Dog bit me. So I yelled, and the dog let go, but kept barking, backing up, then a little charge forward. Dog did this a couple times, and I had a...