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Portland chamber CEO sues city over arts tax increase
Economy and jobsThe Portland Metro Chamber’s CEO has sued Portland over an increase to the city’s arts tax.
The Ballot Oregon Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
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Portland deprioritizes psychedelic enforcement
Public safetyThe Portland City Council voted to make police enforcement involving psychedelics a lower city priority.
The Ballot Oregon DeskSep 30, 2026
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Moore throws four TD passes in Oregon’s 84-0 win
Elections and votingNo. 21 Oregon shut out Portland State as Moore threw four touchdown passes in an 84-point victory.
The Ballot Oregon DeskSep 20, 2026