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The Border Patrol shooting of two Venezuelan nationals last week occurred outside Adventist Health Portland. It’s not the first time that the campus of the Southeast Portland hospital has been the site of a shooting by law enforcement that alarmed the city.
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In Airing a Police-Shooting Video, Portland Cops Were Learning the Art of Media Self-Defense
Andrea Damewood, Aaron Mesh
https://www.wweek.com/archive/2026/01/11/in-airing-a-police-shooting-video-portland-cops-were-learning-the-art-of-media-self-defense/
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Around $2.2 million in annual savings would free up a bit of money for Portland Parks & Recreation.
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USTA Could Take Over Portland Tennis Center
Sophie Peel
https://www.wweek.com/news/city/2026/01/10/usta-could-take-over-portland-tennis-center/
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“Are we in a doom loop? No, but if we can’t address the affordability crisis facing our city and get our fiscal house in order, we run the risk of entering one.”
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Readers Respond to Doom Loop Debate
WW Staff
https://www.wweek.com/news/dialogue/2026/01/10/readers-respond-to-doom-loop-debate/
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Chief Day said that the driver of the vehicle his passenger were in federal custody at local hospitals and are expected to survive. “They appear to be on the road to recovery,” he said, “and I’m grateful for that.”
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Police Chief Says Couple Wounded by Border Patrol Were Linked to Gang Activity
Aaron Mesh
https://www.wweek.com/news/courts/2026/01/09/police-chief-says-couple-wounded-by-border-patrol-were-linked-to-gang-activity/
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Federal officials say Luis Nico-Moncada is in FBI custody. Our story is updated with the (sparse) information available in public records about the couple shot by a Border Patrol agent.
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Border Patrol Agent Wounds Two People in Portland Shooting
The couple, a man and a woman, were found by police near Northeast 146th Avenue and Burnside Street, and were transported to local hospitals.
https://www.wweek.com/news/city/2026/01/08/federal-agents-wound-two-people-in-portland-shooting/
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As Oregon kicks off a general election year, Secretary of State Tobias Read is taking what he says is the overdue step of cleaning up the state’s voter rolls.
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Oregon Election Officials to Begin Purging Rolls of Inactive Voters
Nigel Jaquiss
https://www.wweek.com/news/state/2026/01/09/oregon-election-officials-to-begin-purging-rolls-of-inactive-voters/
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“It’s not up to the oppressors and their lap dog enforcers to dictate what is an acceptable form of resistance and protest.”
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Portland Frog Seth Todd Arrested at South Waterfront Protest
Rachel Saslow
https://www.wweek.com/news/city/2026/01/09/portland-frog-seth-todd-arrested-at-south-waterfront-protest/
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The Southwest Portland garden will give another two hours of free admission Jan. 10 following the Jan. 8 shooting in the Hazelwood neighborhood.
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Portland Japanese Garden Offers Free Admission Following Border Patrol Shooting
Andrew Jankowski
https://www.wweek.com/outdoors/2026/01/09/portland-japanese-garden-offers-free-admission-following-border-patrol-shooting/
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The Kennedy School celebrates the author’s 134th birthday with a costume contest, “Hobbit” trilogy marathon and quest to find the One Ring.
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McMenamins Is Throwing J.R.R. Tolkien a Birthday Party
Andrew Jankowski
https://www.wweek.com/arts/movies/2026/01/09/mcmenamins-is-throwing-j-r-r-tolkien-a-birthday-party/
2 days ago
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A large group of Providence Portland Medical Center workers have voted to join the Oregon Nurses Association, bolstering union power at the major city hospital.
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Allied Health Workers Unionize at Major Portland Hospital
Andrew Schwartz
https://www.wweek.com/news/health/2026/01/09/allied-health-workers-unionize-at-major-portland-hospital/
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Photo galleries by Brian Burk, added to our story, show the scenes at Adventist Health Portland, where the shooting occurred, and Portland City Hall, where a vigil was held.
www.wweek.com/news/city/20...
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield said Thursday evening that his Department of Justice will investigate a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer shooting two people in outer Southeast Portland.
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Oregon AG Opens Investigation into Border Patrol Shooting Incident
Andrew Schwartz, Sophie Peel
https://www.wweek.com/news/2026/01/08/oregon-ag-opens-investigation-into-border-patrol-shooting-incident/
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The latest tonight: “There was a time when we could take the [feds] at their word,” Mayor Keith Wilson said. “That time has long passed. “When the administration talks about using full force,” the mayor added, “we’re seeing what it means in our streets.”
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Border Patrol Agent Wounds Two People in Portland Shooting
The couple, a man and a woman, were found by police near Northeast 146th Avenue and Burnside Street, and were transported to local hospitals.
https://www.wweek.com/news/city/2026/01/08/federal-agents-wound-two-people-in-portland-shooting/
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“I knew it was going to start here,” said a local resident, who gave the name Aaron D., fighting back tears. “This neighborhood is deeply integrated, it’s deeply diverse.”
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Federal Agents Wound Two People in Portland Shooting
The couple, a man and a woman, were found by police near Northeast 146th Avenue and Burnside Street, and were transported to local hospitals.
https://www.wweek.com/news/city/2026/01/08/federal-agents-wound-two-people-in-portland-shooting/
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The couple, a man and a woman, were shot near Northeast 146th Avenue and Burnside Street, and were transported to local hospitals.
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Federal Agents Wound Two People in Portland Shooting
Sophie Peel, Joanna Hou, Andrew Schwartz
https://www.wweek.com/news/city/2026/01/08/federal-agents-wound-two-people-in-portland-shooting/
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Breweries and bottle shops step up to meet the moment.
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Try Dry at John’s Marketplace’s “N/A Fest” for Dry January
Rachel Saslow
https://www.wweek.com/drink/2026/01/08/try-dry-at-johns-marketplaces-na-fest-for-dry-january/
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The reaction to the killing of Renee Nicole Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers in Minneapolis today was swift, national, and local.
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Hundreds Rally in Portland at Two Vigils to Protest the Killing of Renee Good by ICE Agents
John Rudoff
https://www.wweek.com/news/2026/01/07/hundreds-rally-in-portland-at-two-vigils-to-protest-the-killing-of-renee-good-by-ice-agents/
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Even as it continues to provide other gender-affirming care, Oregon Health & Science University months ago stopped offering surgery as a treatment for gender dysphoria in patients younger than 19, the university confirmed Wednesday.
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Months Ago, OHSU “Paused” Gender Affirming Surgery For Patients Under 19
Andrew Schwartz
https://www.wweek.com/news/health/2026/01/07/months-ago-ohsu-paused-gender-affirming-surgery-for-patients-under-19/
3 days ago
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Over 8 hours, the debate turned increasingly heated. But we know what you sickos really want: "A midday lunch break featured Green warming up a condensed can of spicy chicken noodle Campbell’s soup and Zimmerman eating homemade enchiladas drenched in sour cream."
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After Eight Hours, Portland City Council Fails to Elect a Second-Year President
The Portland City Council on Wednesday failed to elect a council president for 2026, after eight hours of at times heated discussion and nine rounds of voting.
https://www.wweek.com/news/city/2026/01/07/after-eight-hours-portland-city-council-fails-to-elect-a-second-year-president/
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The estimated price tag more than doubled from $6 billion to $13.6 billion, but staff told a bistate panel Dec. 15 it didn’t have new numbers.
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Interstate Bridge Staff Hid Information About Ballooning Cost of Giant Highway Project
Nigel Jaquiss
https://www.wweek.com/news/state/2026/01/07/interstate-bridge-staff-hid-information-about-ballooning-cost-of-giant-highway-project/
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The Portland City Council on Wednesday failed to elect a council president for 2026, after eight hours of at times heated discussion and nine rounds of voting.
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After Eight Hours, Portland City Council Fails to Elect a Second-Year President
Sophie Peel
https://www.wweek.com/news/city/2026/01/07/after-eight-hours-portland-city-council-fails-to-elect-a-second-year-president/
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Willamette Week
“Take six of these and call me in the morning.”
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Dr. Know‘s Prescriptions for Portland in 2026
Marty Smith
https://www.wweek.com/news/dr-know/2026/01/07/dr-knows-prescriptions-for-portland-in-2026/
4 days ago
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The Slabtown library opens Jan. 10 at a new building more than twice the size of its previous location.
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Northwest Portland’s New Library Will Open With a Parade
Andrew Jankowski
https://www.wweek.com/arts/books/2026/01/07/northwest-portlands-new-library-will-open-with-a-parade/
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The year begins with Trump retreating from the city—and promising someday to return.
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Portland National Guard Saga Tested Trump’s Storytelling Powers
Andrew Schwartz
https://www.wweek.com/news/2026/01/07/portland-national-guard-saga-tested-trumps-storytelling-powers/
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A driving force in Portland’s progressive caucus lays out her vision for 2026.
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This Might Be Councilor Angelita Morillo’s Moment
Sophie Peel
https://www.wweek.com/news/2026/01/07/this-could-be-councilor-angelita-morillos-moment/
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Need a reason to laugh? We’ve got one. Portland’s funniest comedians hit the stage February 5th at Revolution Hall for our annual comedy showcase (hosted by Ally J Ward!) Lineup revealed in our Funniest Five issue published on 1/28. Tickets are available now.
www.etix.com/ticket/p/437...
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Willamette Week's Funniest Five
Please note, when selecting the Print at Home or Mobile Delivery method, you will not have access to view your tickets until 14 days prior to the performance. Willamette Week’s annual Funniest Five showcase returns! WW has polled Portland’s comedy insiders—more than 100 comedians, club owners, show producers, podcasters, and comedy fanatics—to determine the funniest folks on the local scene. This year’s five will converge for a night of laughs, hosted by Funny Pe...
https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/43755959/willamette-weeks-funniest-five-portland-revolution-hall
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The story of why is now the subject of a Title IX lawsuit that alleges gender discrimination, crude behavior, and retaliation against a whistleblower.
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Cleveland High School’s Girls Wrestling Team is No Longer at Cleveland
Joanna Hou
https://www.wweek.com/news/schools/2026/01/07/cleveland-high-schools-girls-wrestling-team-is-no-longer-at-cleveland/
4 days ago
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A driving force in Portland’s progressive caucus lays out her vision for 2026.
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This Might Be Councilor Angelita Morillo’s Moment
Sophie Peel
https://www.wweek.com/news/2026/01/07/this-could-be-councilor-angelita-morillos-moment/
4 days ago
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Medical center’s research chief hails a “victory for scientific inquiry.”
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Court Preserves NIH Funding for Indirect Costs at OHSU and Beyond
Andrew Schwartz
https://www.wweek.com/news/health/2026/01/07/court-preserves-nih-funding-for-indirect-costs-at-ohsu-and-beyond/
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“Take six of these and call me in the morning.”
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Dr. Know‘s Prescriptions for Portland in 2026
Marty Smith
https://www.wweek.com/news/dr-know/2026/01/07/dr-knows-prescriptions-for-portland-in-2026/
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Many Oregon scientists are pleased with a Jan. 5 appeals court ruling that would, for now, preserve hundreds of millions of dollars in annual research funding.
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Murmurs: Appeals Court Preserves Research Funds
WW Staff
https://www.wweek.com/news/2026/01/07/murmurs-appeals-court-preserves-research-funds/
4 days ago
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Drowse and Ragna’s collaboration “Ash Souvenir” peculiarly captures a sense of one’s own geologic smallness.
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Shows of the Week
Daniel Bromfield
https://www.wweek.com/music/show-calendar/2026/01/06/shows-of-the-week/
4 days ago
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Portland’s iconic roller derby season kicks off this weekend.
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What to Do in Portland, (Jan. 7–13, 2026)
Brianna Wheeler
https://www.wweek.com/culture/2026/01/06/what-to-do-in-portland-jan-713-2026/
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Maps Music’s expanded Buckman gathering space and shop are due to reopen in a new location this month.
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Making Good Space
Caitlin Pangares
https://www.wweek.com/music/2026/01/06/making-good-space/
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Elisa Shua Dusapin’s fourth book asks: Can we ever go home again?
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Restarting “The Old Fire”
Michelle Kicherer
https://www.wweek.com/arts/books/2026/01/06/restarting-the-old-fire/
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Paul Susi’s “Character Work” connects the story of Chee Gong to today’s struggles with homelessness, ID access and systemic neglect.
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Observation and Intervention
Gabriel Granillo
https://www.wweek.com/culture/2026/01/06/observation-and-intervention/
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The former Paley’s Place chef launched Estes as a pop-up inside the nearby and recently-shuttered Dame space.
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Patrick McKee’s Italian Restaurant Concept, Estes, To Get Permanent Home at Northeast 30th and Killingsworth
Christen McCurdy
https://www.wweek.com/culture/2026/01/06/patrick-mckees-italian-restaurant-concept-estes-to-get-permanent-home-at-northeast-30th-and-killingsworth/
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What to see and what to skip.
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Your Roundup of New Movies: Marty Reigns Supreme
WW Staff
https://www.wweek.com/arts/movies/2026/01/06/your-roundup-of-new-movies-marty-reigns-supreme/
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A staffer shares their favorite meal from December.
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Best Thing I Ate All Month: Takeout From Dough Zone Dumpling House
Christen McCurdy
https://www.wweek.com/food/2026/01/06/best-thing-i-ate-all-month-takeout-from-dough-zone-dumpling-house/
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“Disposable Days” is an apolitical look back on the 2010s and 2020s, and honestly, we’ll take a safe break from politics where we can find it.
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Andrew Kuykendall’s Retrospective Looks Back Fondly on the Past Decade, Somehow
Andrew Jankowski
https://www.wweek.com/arts/visual-arts/2026/01/06/andrew-kuykendalls-retrospective-looks-back-fondly-on-the-past-decade-somehow/
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Lamb, baba ganoush and kajmak are the stars of Alma’s highly shareable menu.
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Alma Shares Upscale Balkan Comfort Food With Portland’s King Neighborhood
Laura Hill
https://www.wweek.com/food/2026/01/06/alma-shares-upscale-balkan-comfort-food-with-portlands-king-neighborhood/
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What to see at Portland’s repertory theaters.
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Get Your Reps In: “Swan Song” Is a Worthy Sendoff for Udo Kier
Chance Solem-Pfeifer
https://www.wweek.com/arts/movies/2026/01/06/get-your-reps-in-swan-song-is-a-worthy-sendoff-for-udo-kier/
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Whatever you do: don’t call this recipe a slaw.
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What We’re Cooking This Week: Brussels Sprout and Fennel Salad with Ranchy Yogurt
Jim Dixon
https://www.wweek.com/food/2026/01/06/what-were-cooking-this-week-brussels-sprout-and-fennel-salad-with-ranchy-yogurt/
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Danisa McLean’s appointment comes as the universal preschool initiative grapples with finding long term success.
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Danisa McLean Named New Director of Preschool for All
Joanna Hou
https://www.wweek.com/news/schools/2026/01/06/danisa-mclean-named-new-director-of-preschool-for-all/
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The development marks a major victory for Oregon and Portland officials and activists, who regarded the mobilization as illegal and who have been working for months to block the Trump administration from sending troops into the city.
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Military Issues Order to Send Oregon National Guard Members Home
Andrew Schwartz
https://www.wweek.com/news/2026/01/06/military-issues-order-to-sent-oregon-national-guard-members-home/
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The upshot? Twenty bus routes altered, another 15 eliminated, and a light-rail line that will stop at its halfway point, requiring a transfer to get from Clackamas Town Center to downtown Portland.
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TriMet Announces Steep Service Cuts to Close Budget Gap
Garrett Andrews
https://www.wweek.com/news/2026/01/05/trimet-announces-steep-service-cuts-to-close-budget-gap/
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The Cora Center Cora will host a “closing group journey” for eight people on Jan. 24, before ceasing operations at the end of the month.
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Another Psilocybin Trip Center Reaches the End of the Road
Anthony Effinger
https://www.wweek.com/news/business/2026/01/05/another-psilocybin-trip-center-reaches-the-end-of-the-road/
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The club’s showgirls will sell personal pieces of glam to performers and the public on Jan. 11.
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Darcelle’s Hosts an Annual Drag Queen Garage Sale
Andrew Jankowski
https://www.wweek.com/culture/shop/2026/01/05/darcelles-hosts-an-annual-drag-queen-garage-sale/
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The Portland City Council on Wednesday will elect one of its own to serve as council president for the duration of 2026 as the council enters its second year of governance.
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City Council Set to Elect Powerful President Post This Wednesday
Sophie Peel
https://www.wweek.com/news/city/2026/01/05/city-council-set-to-elect-powerful-president-post-this-wednesday/
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The incident occurred the day that her restaurant Chelo closed its doors.
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Local Chef Arrested on Charges of Domestic Violence
Rachel Saslow
https://www.wweek.com/food/2026/01/05/local-chef-arrested-on-charges-of-domestic-violence/
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