Guitars Are A Symbol Of Toxicity

Portland Mercury 1/23 2:15A Anonymous

by Anonymous You look like an idiot in your pictures holding your stupid ass guitar like you think being in a rock band is still cool in 2025. You look even dumber when you're walking down the street with one which, by the way, isn't even in a...

Where to Celebrate the 2025 Lunar New Year in Portland

News & City Life - Portland Monthly 1/22 6:19A Matthew Trueherz

The Chinese dragon parade, lion dances, New Year’s tea, Vietnamese Tết feasts, and an epic showcase at the Keller.

The Top 33 Events in Portland This Week: Jan 21–26, 2025

Portland Mercury 1/21 6:00A EverOut Staff

FAN EXPO Portland, Thuy, and More by EverOut Staff Don't let winter's frigid temps keep you from living your best life. We're giving you plenty of reasons to leave the house this week, with tip-top events from Bright Eyes to Thuy – Wings World...

The Trash Report: Inaugural Trash and a Reality Star Renaissance

Portland Mercury 1/21 5:45A Elinor Jones

by Elinor Jones Hello, everyone! Welcome back to the Trash Report , coming in one day late this week because I was off work yesterday for MLK Jr. day and a national day of service/spiraling. It's nice to come to you all on a Tuesday. I feel like...

Good Morning, News: "Fake" Oregon Firefighters Arrested in LA, Fake TikTok Shutdown, and Fake...

Portland Mercury 1/21 5:30A Courtney Vaughn

by Courtney Vaughn The Mercury provides news and fun every single day—but your help is essential. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please consider making a small monthly contribution , because...

Jesus would never stand someone up!

Portland Mercury 1/20 9:01P Anonymous

by Anonymous He's a carpenter and he's on the apps and he's got a kid and he must think he's really something great! But a 40-something year old man ghosting people for dates in PDX? He's not hot enough for this kind of fuckery by a FEW MILES....

Good Morning, News: Mayor Orders Non-Union Workers Back to Office, PPB Refuses to Fire Bad Cop, and...

Portland Mercury 1/15 4:22A Wm. Steven Humphrey

by Wm. Steven Humphrey If you’re reading this, you probably know the value of the  Mercury ’ s news reporting, arts and culture coverage, event calendar, and the bevy of events we host throughout the year. The work we do helps our city shine, but...

You.

Portland Mercury 1/15 3:26A Anonymous

by Anonymous Fascism thrives not only through violence and control but also through neglect, indifference, and the celebration of suffering. When we ignore someone’s cry for help—whether from suicidal thoughts, addiction, or hunger—we...

Where to Find Non-Alcoholic Drinks in Portland for Dry January 2025

Portland Mercury 1/11 8:00A EverOut Staff

Booze-Free Beer, Cocktails, and More by EverOut Staff Looking to decrease your alcohol consumption for January? Whether you're going dry, damp, or "sober-curious," we've compiled a handy list of places to find non-alcoholic beverages around...

This Week in Portland Food News

Portland Mercury 1/11 3:05A EverOut Staff

New Residencies, Conveyor Belt Sushi, and Hawaiian Food by EverOut Staff This week, we're welcoming the debut of new residencies Estes and Javelina and getting excited for the upcoming openings of Flock Food Hall and Kau Kau . Plus, find out where...

It ain't that serious

Portland Mercury 1/10 10:04P Anonymous

by Anonymous I know, we're all reading the news on our phones and feel like we need to speak out against the world or whatever. But for real, nobody cares what you think excpet for like 9 people that you see every day, and none of those people...

I found some pills too

Portland Mercury 1/9 11:42P Anonymous

by Anonymous [To those who are struggling, help is available, and you are needed in this world. If you are thinking of self-harm, please call or text 988 to talk to a professional who can help.—eds.] I'm facing immense difficulties, made worse by...

The Brutalist Looms Large

Portland Mercury 1/8 7:30A Dom Sinacola

The Brutalist reminds us that where there s hype, there s sometimes fire. by Dom Sinacola Having only premiered in New York, LA, and at a bevy of fashionable festivals, The Brutalist enters most US cinemas this week with plenty of accolades at...

Hasaan Hates Portland Casts an Uncomfortably Funny Light

News & City Life - Portland Monthly 1/8 5:40A Matthew Trueherz

In the series of web shorts, a Black Portlander’s day-to-day experience unravels the stories the city tells about itself.

Good Morning, News: Gonzalez is Now a Truck Stop Attorney, Los Angeles is On Fire, and Real Talk...

Portland Mercury 1/8 4:20A Courtney Vaughn

by Courtney Vaughn If you’re reading this, you probably know the value of the Mercury’s news reporting, arts and culture coverage, event calendar, and the bevy of events we host throughout the year. The work we do helps our city shine, but we...