A protest against police violence was just getting underway when he shooting took place. Last year saw record-high numbers of shootings and 90 homicides in Portland. Authorities blame blame gang-related arguments, drug deals and disputes among homeless people for the increase in
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Man Charged With Murder in Shooting at Protest in Portland
As they were working, she said, a man approached them and screamed that they were “violent terrorists,” repeatedly called them a misogynist vulgarity and accused them of being responsible for violence in the city. The women were about a block
Portland City Council Votes to Increase Police Funding, Crack Down on Homeless Camping
The Portland City Council approved a $44 million spending plan on Wednesday to bolster the city’s police budget and address the homeless population. The plan allocates $7 million toward recruiting new police officers and unarmed public safety officers, hiring 25