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MusicOregon’s Echo Fund is now accepting submissions until September 5, 2025, aimed at supporting independent musicians with funding for creative projects. The Office of Arts & Culture allocated $100,000 for the fiscal year 2025-26, continuing its partnership with MusicOregon as part of the Small Grants Program. Last year, 22 musicians received funding from over 300 applications.
The City of Portland complies with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II by ensuring meaningful access to its programs and services. It provides various accommodations, including translation and interpretation services, to support residents. Individuals can request ADA accommodations by calling 503-823-4000 or using the Relay Service at 711.
The City of Portland provides essential accommodations to ensure compliance with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws. Services include translation, interpretation, modifications, and auxiliary aids for individuals needing assistance. Residents can request accommodations by calling 503-823-4000.
The Portland Planning Department announces a land use proposal, LU 25-035000 MLDS, scheduled for public discussion on August 4, 2025. This proposal involves modifications related to land use and subdivision, impacting local housing and business operations.
Portland officials issued a notice regarding Land Use Decision LU 25-042534 MLDP, effective August 4, 2025. The decision impacts zoning and land use regulations, reflecting ongoing efforts towards financial reform and urban development. The ruling may influence local businesses and residents engaged in land use planning.
Portland expands access to day centers for the homeless through partnerships with Urban Alchemy and JOIN. The new NW Glisan Oasis Day Center will serve as the city's first outdoor day center, enhancing support and resources for those in need.
A shooting at the Extended Stay Hotel in Hillsboro, Oregon, left one person dead and another in custody. Police arrested 33-year-old Amir Heidar, who faces second-degree murder charges following the death of 44-year-old Yuri Gonzalez-Gonzalez. Authorities confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Intel responded to a security incident at its Ronler Acres campus in Hillsboro, Oregon, after reports of an individual threatening self-harm and potentially harming others. No weapons were involved, and the situation has since been resolved with normal business operations resuming.
Clackamas County deputies arrested 72-year-old David Lynn Jurgenson in connection with a deadly shooting near Happy Valley on August 1. A 36-year-old man found in the home succumbed to gunshot wounds despite medical aid. The victim and suspect were known to each other, and authorities continue to seek information on the incident.
A protest march against Trump administration policies concluded peacefully in Portland, with no arrests or injuries reported. Organized by 50501, the event temporarily disrupted downtown traffic but maintained public safety as police monitored the situation.