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This week, city leaders are saying ICE may have violated city code and might revoke the federal agency’s permit to operate in South Waterfront. Also, the Oregon Senate has once again delayed their vote on Gov. Tina Kotek’s massive transportation package. And there’s a new oral history out about one of Portland’s most storied music venues. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week’s Friday news roundup are Oregonian courts reporter Zane Sparling and Portland Mercury arts and culture editor Suzette Smith. Discussed in Today's Episode: ICE Violated Portland Policies With Detention Practices, City Leaders Say [Portland Mercury] Final Vote on Oregon Transportation Tax Hike Delayed Again [Oregonian] Satyricon: An Oral History [Portland Mercury] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 19th episode: pFriem Family Brewers Window Nation DUER - Mention code CCPDX for 15% of Visit Walla Walla HUEL - Save 15% with code PORTLAND Cascadia Getaways

Portland's award-winning food scene has been all over the national headlines recently: this summer we've caught the attention of food influencer Keith Lee, the New York Times, and even pizza critics all the way out in Italy. But is what outsiders are saying about Portland’s food scene true? Today we're talking with Portland Monthly associate editor of food and drink, Alex Frane, to break down what he thinks they got right and wrong. Discussed in today's episode: The Restaurant List 2025 [New York Times] The 25 Best Restaurants in Portland, Ore., Right Now [New York Times] 50 Top Pizza World 2025  TikTok Star Keith Lee Tried These Portland Eateries — Here’s The List [Portland Tribune] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 18th episode: pFriem Family Brewers Window Nation DUER - Mention code CCPDX for 15% of Visit Walla Walla HUEL - Save 15% with code PORTLAND Cascadia Getaways

Today, we're discussing costly Oregon gas prices, whether the mass layoffs in our region indicate another great recession, our state’s legal battle with the federal government over the historic Columbia River agreement, and so much more. Joining host Claudia Meza on this midweek roundup is our very own executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in Today's Episode: Oregon Gasoline Prices Soar Due to Major Pipeline Outage [OPB] Oregon Mass Layoffs Approach Great Recession Levels [Oregonian]  Oregon Resumes Legal Battle After Trump Administration Abandons Historic Columbia River Agreement [Oregonian] Vendor Arrested at Oregon Flea Market; Over $200,000 in Stolen Goods Uncovered [KATU]  Multnomah County Slashes Animal Adoption Fees, Asks for Help Making Room in Shelters [Oregonian]  Portland Neighborhood Flag Project [City of Portland] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. If you enjoyed this interview with  Gary Lenett, the Founder and CEO of DUER, learn more here Learn more about the sponsors of this September 17th episode: pFriem Family Brewers Window Nation DUER - Mention code CCPDX for 15% of Visit Walla Walla HUEL - Save 15% with code PORTLAND Cascadia Getaways

We only have a week of summer left, but that doesn't mean outdoor adventures are over. Fall offers plenty of great opportunities to explore, from fish-viewing at the Bonneville Dam to Halloween-themed hikes. Today we're talking with Karrie Carnes, a local adventurer and the Portland ambassador for Women Who Explore. She's got ideas for some outdoor seasonal activities for everyone to enjoy.   Discussed in today's episode: Oregon Mushroom Picking Permit Info Salmon River Trail Silver Falls State Park Forest Park Hoyt Arboretum Portland Japanese Garden's Fall Colors Tracker Lewis River Falls Falls Creek Falls Dry Creek Falls Flag Point Lookout Five Mile Butte Salmon Homecoming 2025 Bonneville Dam Sauvie Island Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 16th episode: pFriem Family Brewers Window Nation DUER - Mention code CCPDX for 15% of Visit Walla Walla HUEL - Save 15% with code PORTLAND Cascadia Getaways

Every September since the ’90s, Portlanders could look forward to Vaux’s Swift season, when tens of thousands of tiny birds came to roost in Chapman Elementary’s chimneys together and thousands of people gathered to watch them. But last year, the flock started avoiding the spot, and they haven't returned, instead dispersing to other sites.  Today on City Cast Portland, we’re talking with Joe Liebezeit, the statewide conservation director for Bird Alliance of Oregon, about what's going on with the swifts and if they'll ever return to Chapman Elementary. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 15th episode: pFriem Family Brewers Window Nation DUER - Mention code CCPDX for 15% of Visit Walla Walla HUEL - Save 15% with code PORTLAND Cascadia Getaways

This week, Mayor Wilson asked Portlanders for donations to help with his new overnight shelters. Also, national consulting firm HR&A rescinded its offer of free services to Portland City Council, and the city Elections Division has proposed hiking candidate filing fees to discourage non-serious candidates from running for office. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week’s Friday news roundup are Willamette Week City Hall Reporter Sophie Peel and our own senior producer, Giulia Fiaoni.  Discussed in Today's Episode: Governance Consultant That Sought To Help City Council Drops Out of Procurement Process [Willamette Week]  ​​Mayor Wilson Asks for Portlanders’ Aid With Shelters [Willamette Week]  Oregon Leaders Prepare Response After Trump Floats National Guard in Portland [Central Oregon Daily]  Portland Proposes Hiking Candidate Filing Fees to Deter ‘Non-Serious’ Runs for Office [Oregonian] Election Feedback Survey (Summer 2025) [Portland.gov] Apply here to be Social Media Manager at City Cast Portland!Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 12th episode: Energy Trust Lan Su Chinese Garden Veganizer D'Amore Law pFriem Family Brewers Window Nation DUER - Mention code CCPDX for 15% of MUBI

For decades, Portland has prided itself on being a model city for biking, but that reputation has slid a bit in recent years. Today on City Cast Portland, we're talking with Toby Hodges, who recently helped coordinate a tour with Sunrise Movement PDX of some of the bizarre and dangerous intersections that keep people from biking and walking around town. He’s sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly of a few of Portland's most notorious streets.  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 11th episode: Energy Trust Lan Su Chinese Garden Veganizer D'Amore Law pFriem Family Brewers Window Nation

Arnold Creek sits at the far southwest edge of Portland. It’s a neighborhood that feels like living in the forest, with houses that feel a little more spread out and nature trails nearby. As part of our neighborhood guide series, we’re talking with KBOO news director and Arnold Creek resident Althea Billings about what makes this quiet, wooded pocket of the city unique. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 10th episode: Energy Trust Lan Su Chinese Garden Veganizer D'Amore Law pFriem Family Brewers Window Nation

Portland's never been much of a late-night food city. But our senior producer Giulia Fiaoni insists there are still plenty of great late-night options if you know where to look. Today, she’s sharing her list of the best late-night food spots in town that are quickly becoming cornerstones in our city's growing nightlife. Discussed in today's episode: Slim's Sit Tite  Tulip Shop Tavern Alberta Street Pub  Keys Lounge Hale Pele Katie O’Brien's Thai Champa Moon Pocha  My Father’s Place Som Tum Thai Kitchen Side Eye Paymaster Lounge  Short Round  Reel M Inn Double Dragon Dots Cafe Kay’s Bar  Da’ Hui Ka-Te Portland Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 9th episode: Energy Trust Lan Su Chinese Garden Veganizer D'Amore Law pFriem Family Brewers Window Nation DUER - Mention code CCPDX for 15% of MUBI

Today we’re revisiting a conversation with Rachael Harms Mahlandt, co-founder of the Sidewalk Joy Map. It's a neighborhood guide documenting everything from mini-libraries to pottery and keychain exchanges that represent the best of our city — like our love of art, sharing, and unexpected joy. She's walking us through some of her most favorite joy spots in town and tips on where to find some of these hidden gems.    This conversation originally aired on Jan 9, 2025 Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 8th episode: Energy Trust Lan Su Chinese Garden Veganizer D'Amore Law pFriem Family Brewers Window Nation

This week, Fred Meyer’s exit from Portland’s Gateway neighborhood is raising doubts about Prosper Portland’s $88 million investment in the community. The Pearl District is bracing for change as 44 storefronts hit the market after a major investor’s exit. And West Coast governors are launching their own vaccine alliance as the CDC stalls on updated guidance. Joining host Claudia Meza on the Friday news roundup are Word is Bond executive director Lakayana Drury and our own executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in Today's Episode: West Coast Governors Say States Will Establish Their Own Vaccine Guidelines [Oregonian] Owner of 44 Storefronts in Pearl District Looks To Sell [Willamette Week]  Prosper Portland Poured $88 Million Into the Gateway Neighborhood. It’s Gotten Worse. [Willamette Week] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 5th episode: Rose City Comic Con Portland Art Museum Cathedral Park Cohousing MUBI DUER - Mention code CCPDX for 15% off

Portland Street Response launched in 2021 to ease pressure on police and firefighters by sending unarmed responders to nonviolent crisis calls. After years of struggles with staffing and resources, the program got a major boost this year: Mayor Keith Wilson expanded its scope and City Council made it an equal branch of public safety with a goal of 24/7 service. Today, we’re talking with two key PSR officials, April Roa and Caroline Pope, about what’s changed, the challenges ahead, and how close they are to round-the-clock coverage. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 4th episode: Rose City Comic Con Portland Art Museum Cathedral Park Cohousing

This week in Portland, the biggest news from the ongoing special legislative session, a push to end vote by mail in Oregon, a much-loved steakhouse reopening after a blaze, and so much more. Plus, we’re diving into our listener mailbag! Joining host Claudia Meza on this midweek roundup is executive producer John Notarianni. Discussed in Today's Episode: Oregon Lawmakers Convene Friday To Take Up Road Funding. Here’s What You Need To Know [OPB] Push To Ban Oregon Mail-In Voting Gains ‘Momentum,’ GOP Backer Says. Opponents Have Their Doubts [OPB]  Oregon Hospitals Sink Into Losses As Costs Climb, State Analysis Shows [Oregonian] After a Pandemic and a Fire, an 81-Year-Old Portland Institution Emerges From the Ashes [OPB] Well-Known Portland Coffee Brand Changes Hands in $18B Deal [Portland Business Journal] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 3rd episode: Rose City Comic Con Portland Art Museum Cathedral Park Cohousing

Whether you’re cycling downtown through car-free streets during Sunday Parkways, or checking out a brand-new music festival in St. Johns, September gives you plenty of chances to soak up the last stretch of summer. City Cast Portland has handpicked the best of the month’s food, entertainment, and community happenings to help you narrow down your plans for this month — like grabbing dinner at a just-opened restaurant. Plus, a bonus suggestion from our episode archive: The Best End-Of-Summer Sunset Date Spots. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Portland community.  For even more tips on how to make the most of September in Portland, check out Hey Portland’s take on what to do this month.  City Cast Portland is also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Portland. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Reach us at portland@citycast.fm.  Learn more about the sponsors of this September 2 episode: Rose City Comic Con Portland Art Museum Cathedral Park Cohousing MUBI DUER - Mention code CCPDX for 15% off

This week, the Portland Bureau of Transportation is ignoring its own policies to enforce historic parking meter rate hikes, and in a special session, the state Legislature is debating how to fund our roads. We’re also diving into the city’s program reuniting unsheltered people with friends and family from out of state. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week’s Friday news roundup are Oregonian City Hall reporter Shane Dixon Kavanaugh and executive producer John Notarianni. Discussed in Today's Episode: Portland Abandoned Its Own Parking Policies To Implement Historic Meter Rate Hikes, Some Extended Hours [Oregonian]  Portland Tries to Toe the Line Between Revitalizing Downtown and Enforcing Regulations [KGW] Debate Over Road Funding Reignites Ahead of Oregon’s Looming Special Session [OPB] Mayor Keith Wilson Is Sending Unhoused People Back to Their Families [Willamette Week]  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 28th episode: Lan Su Chinese Garden PaintCare Ardent Estate Sales Montavilla Jazz Rose City Comic Con

Today we're talking with Portlander Scott Whipple, who's one of the only people on record to have walked all 94 neighborhoods in our city. He's got tips on the best neighborhood walks and insight into how walking all of Portland changed his view on the city as a whole. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 28th episode: Lan Su Chinese Garden PaintCare Ardent Estate Sales Montavilla Jazz

Intel is Oregon’s largest private employer, but it’s facing major uncertainty. After layoffs and widespread concerns about its core business, President Trump announced the U.S. Government will buy a 10% stake in the company. Today, we’re talking with Oregonian reporter Mike Rogoway about what this means for Intel, for Oregon, and for the global chip industry. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 27th episode: Lan Su Chinese Garden PaintCare Ardent Estate Sales Montavilla Jazz

There is no shortage of options when it comes to dining out in Portland, but it can be tough to find a meal that is affordable, filling, and also delicious. So today, our host Claudia Meza is joined by Stumptown Savings founder Bryan M. Vance and our very own senior producer Giulia Fiaoni to talk about the best cheap eats across Portland that don't compromise on quality or flavor. Discussed in today's episode:  Hong Phat  Grill on the Go Killer Burger Hello Pho Basilisk  Saint Burrito The Whole Bowl Cubo  Lone Star Burger Bar Life of Pie Tiny Bubble Room Reverend’s BBQ Güero Pizzeria Otto Luce Bui Tofu House of Banh Mi Ranch Pizza Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 26th episode: Lan Su Chinese Garden PaintCare Ardent Estate Sales Montavilla Jazz

Denser housing is key to solving our city's ongoing housing crisis, but Portland's full of single-family homes. Ever wondered why? Today, we’re revisiting a conversation with urban planner and author Max Podemski. He wrote the book "A Paradise of Small Houses,” which examines why distinctive housing types have evolved in certain cities, including Portland. *This episode originally aired on July 29th, 2024* Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 25th episode: Lan Su Chinese Garden PaintCare Ardent Estate Sales

This week, Portland’s coffee prices are continuing to rise. Governor Tina Kotek is doubling down on Oregon’s sanctuary laws amidst federal pressure. And local taxes might need restructuring. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week’s Friday news round-up are Willamette Week reporter and author Brianna Wheeler and our executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in Today's Episode: More Expensive Than Lobster? Portland’s Coffee Prices Are Rising As Trump’s Tariffs Set In [Oregonian] Gov. Tina Kotek Doubles Down on Oregon’s Sanctuary Laws in Response to U.S. AG [Oregonian]  Trump Wants To End Mail-In Voting. Oregon Democrats Say He Can’t [OPB]  Portland-Area Taxes Need Major Overhaul, Advisory Group Says [OPB]  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 22nd episode: Montavilla Jazz PaintCare Oregon Health Authority Visit Walla Walla Oregon Coast Visitor Association - Use code 50off for 50% off