Cody Bowman
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Press Officer at the City of Portland. Using this network to read and share news. https://www.portland.gov/news
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson: "Our nation will never accept a federal presence where agents wield deadly force against the very people they are sworn to serve."
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Portland Mayor Statement on Federal Use of Chemical Munitions at Peaceful Protest
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson: "Our nation will never accept a federal presence where agents wield deadly force against the very people they are sworn to serve."
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February 1, 2026 at 5:19 AM
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson: "Our nation will never accept a federal presence where agents wield deadly force against the very people they are sworn to serve."
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Just experienced the most intense tear gassing of my life by federal officers outside the ICE facility in Portland where marchers gathered. There was no fast exit as they indiscriminately threw loads of gas and flash bangs. Children were in the crowd screaming. @oregoncapitalchronicle.com
February 1, 2026 at 12:50 AM
Just experienced the most intense tear gassing of my life by federal officers outside the ICE facility in Portland where marchers gathered. There was no fast exit as they indiscriminately threw loads of gas and flash bangs. Children were in the crowd screaming. @oregoncapitalchronicle.com
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Indiscriminate force ‘pervasive’ at Portland ICE protests, says former Border Protection leader
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Indiscriminate force ‘pervasive’ at Portland ICE protests, says former Border Protection leader
Federal officers have failed to provide sufficient warnings as required before using force and have used force disproportionate to the danger faced, said Gil Kerlikowske.
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January 29, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Indiscriminate force ‘pervasive’ at Portland ICE protests, says former Border Protection leader
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“This is the latest deadly result of an administration that uses American cities as a ‘training ground’ for ‘full force.’”
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Portland Mayor and Council President Respond to Minneapolis Fatality Involving Federal Agents
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January 24, 2026 at 10:12 PM
“This is the latest deadly result of an administration that uses American cities as a ‘training ground’ for ‘full force.’”
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Portland Mayor: “Portland Stands with Minnesota” After Deadly ICE Shooting
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January 8, 2026 at 6:58 PM
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SCOOP: Amid ownership change, the Portland Trail Blazers are prepared to ask the Oregon Legislature to redirect income tax dollars for large-scale Moda Center renovation that is seen as critical step to keeping team in market. www.oregonlive.com/blazers/2026...
Trail Blazers gear up for legislative ask that would ‘guarantee’ team’s future in Portland | Bill Oram
Following the trail blazed by the Portland Diamond Project, the NBA franchise plans to ask for a similar 'jock tax' to fund arena renovations.
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January 7, 2026 at 3:36 PM
SCOOP: Amid ownership change, the Portland Trail Blazers are prepared to ask the Oregon Legislature to redirect income tax dollars for large-scale Moda Center renovation that is seen as critical step to keeping team in market. www.oregonlive.com/blazers/2026...
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This year, PBOT and Salt & Straw are teaming up to make sure you have a safe and tasty winter season.
Last year, in PBOT’s inaugural snowplow naming contest, Portlanders voted to name one of our 56 snowplows Salt & Thaw, in honor of Portland staple Salt & Straw.
Last year, in PBOT’s inaugural snowplow naming contest, Portlanders voted to name one of our 56 snowplows Salt & Thaw, in honor of Portland staple Salt & Straw.
January 5, 2026 at 7:04 PM
This year, PBOT and Salt & Straw are teaming up to make sure you have a safe and tasty winter season.
Last year, in PBOT’s inaugural snowplow naming contest, Portlanders voted to name one of our 56 snowplows Salt & Thaw, in honor of Portland staple Salt & Straw.
Last year, in PBOT’s inaugural snowplow naming contest, Portlanders voted to name one of our 56 snowplows Salt & Thaw, in honor of Portland staple Salt & Straw.
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Portland began a new chapter this year with an overhauled city government, a new city administrator and a new mayor. That's resulted in broader representation for the city's residents, but it's created more bureaucracy, led to some hiccups and raised questions.
Can Portland’s new government weather the sophomore slump?
Here are the biggest takeaways from the first year under a new era in Portland City Hall.
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January 5, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Portland began a new chapter this year with an overhauled city government, a new city administrator and a new mayor. That's resulted in broader representation for the city's residents, but it's created more bureaucracy, led to some hiccups and raised questions.
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Breaking News: President Trump abandoned, for now, his efforts to deploy National Guard troops in Chicago, Portland and Los Angeles.
Live Updates: Trump Vetoes, Epstein Files and More
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December 31, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Breaking News: President Trump abandoned, for now, his efforts to deploy National Guard troops in Chicago, Portland and Los Angeles.
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"Téllez was on his way to drop his kids at school in north Portland when he was pulled out of his car by federal agents.
"The arrest drew dozens of neighbors into the streets to record the arrest and push back against immigration authorities...
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"The arrest drew dozens of neighbors into the streets to record the arrest and push back against immigration authorities...
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Portland leaders condemn use of pepper balls during immigration arrest
City leaders urged federal authorities to “immediately cease the use of chemical munitions” in Portland’s neighborhoods.
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December 21, 2025 at 9:53 PM
"Téllez was on his way to drop his kids at school in north Portland when he was pulled out of his car by federal agents.
"The arrest drew dozens of neighbors into the streets to record the arrest and push back against immigration authorities...
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"The arrest drew dozens of neighbors into the streets to record the arrest and push back against immigration authorities...
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Editorial: A battle won, but miles to go in taming Portland’s homelessness crisis
Editorial: A battle won, but miles to go in taming Portland’s homelessness crisis
Mayor Keith Wilson largely met his goal of adding 1,500 overnight shelter beds by Dec. 1 as part of his strategy to address homelessness, the editorial board writes. While there’s plenty of work ahead, the accomplishment marks a win for Wilson and for Portland.
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December 14, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Editorial: A battle won, but miles to go in taming Portland’s homelessness crisis
"I want to let you know you have a partner in this," Lee said. "You have a partner in me that is willing to collaborate with you, that is willing to help shape how we move things forward collectively."
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Unanimous: City Council Confirms Lee as Portland’s Next City Administrator
City Council votes to confirm Raymond C. Lee III as Portland’s first long-term city administrator. Lee brings nearly two decades of leadership experience spanning Greeley, Colo., Dallas and Amarillo, ...
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December 10, 2025 at 9:13 PM
"I want to let you know you have a partner in this," Lee said. "You have a partner in me that is willing to collaborate with you, that is willing to help shape how we move things forward collectively."
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Have you heard the news? SW Fourth Ave., from SW Lincoln to W Burnside, is officially open!! Last week, @mayorkwilson.bsky.social met up with PBOT Project Manager Gabe Graff to learn more about the SW Fourth Ave. Improvement Project.
Full interview on Instagram: www.instagram.com/reel/DRxeg_c...
Full interview on Instagram: www.instagram.com/reel/DRxeg_c...
December 2, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Have you heard the news? SW Fourth Ave., from SW Lincoln to W Burnside, is officially open!! Last week, @mayorkwilson.bsky.social met up with PBOT Project Manager Gabe Graff to learn more about the SW Fourth Ave. Improvement Project.
Full interview on Instagram: www.instagram.com/reel/DRxeg_c...
Full interview on Instagram: www.instagram.com/reel/DRxeg_c...
“As the mayor of a city on the rise, I knew Portland would need an innovative city administrator with a track record of success to unlock a new chapter of safety, innovation and shared prosperity,” Wilson said. “We’ve found that and more with Raymond Lee.”
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Portland mayor chooses pick for powerful city post
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson on Tuesday announced his pick for a permanent city administrator, a position that wields substantial power and influence within the city’s new form of government.
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December 2, 2025 at 7:31 PM
“As the mayor of a city on the rise, I knew Portland would need an innovative city administrator with a track record of success to unlock a new chapter of safety, innovation and shared prosperity,” Wilson said. “We’ve found that and more with Raymond Lee.”
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Raymond C. Lee brings nearly two decades of municipal leadership experience spanning Greeley, Colo., Dallas and Amarillo, Texas. The Portland City Council is expected to vote next week on the nomination to make him Portland's first long-term city administrator.
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Mayor Wilson taps civic leader from fast-growing Colorado city as Portland's next city administrator
Raymond C. Lee brings nearly two decades of municipal leadership experience spanning Greeley, Colo., Dallas and Amarillo, Texas. The Portland City Council is expected to vote next week on the nominati...
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December 2, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Raymond C. Lee brings nearly two decades of municipal leadership experience spanning Greeley, Colo., Dallas and Amarillo, Texas. The Portland City Council is expected to vote next week on the nomination to make him Portland's first long-term city administrator.
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The City of Portland gets close to selecting a city administrator, inviting three finalists to compete for the job.
Nearly 100 candidates applied for the position.
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Nearly 100 candidates applied for the position.
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Portland gets close to selecting a city administrator, inviting three finalists to compete for the job
Candidates bring national experience in civic leadership. One will be selected by Mayor Keith Wilson for city council approval.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:58 PM
The City of Portland gets close to selecting a city administrator, inviting three finalists to compete for the job.
Nearly 100 candidates applied for the position.
Read the full news release: www.portland.gov/hello/news/2...
Nearly 100 candidates applied for the position.
Read the full news release: www.portland.gov/hello/news/2...
“There’s no plan. And, if there’s no plan, you don’t know the objective. Without an objective, you’re just wasting time and money—and they’re wasting time and money.”
Outside of the ICE facility in Portland, Oregon, one can find some protesters in inflatable costumes—frogs, a unicorn, a butterfly picking up a cigarette off the asphalt. The chaos Donald Trump keeps pointing to is harder to find.
Portland Prepares for Invasion
The Trump Administration, looking for another TV-ready fight in Oregon, is ready to sic the National Guard on the city’s inflatable-costumed protesters.
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November 1, 2025 at 4:02 PM
“There’s no plan. And, if there’s no plan, you don’t know the objective. Without an objective, you’re just wasting time and money—and they’re wasting time and money.”
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Federal lawyers admit errors in officer deployment numbers to Portland ICE building
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Federal lawyers admit errors in officer deployment numbers to Portland ICE building
"We deeply regret these errors,” a U.S. Department of Justice attorney wrote to the court.
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October 27, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Federal lawyers admit errors in officer deployment numbers to Portland ICE building
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"As Mayor, it is my responsibility to protect our community from the federal government's increasingly unpredictable and escalating actions that we continue to face."
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Mayor Wilson Responds Following Meeting with Secretary Noem: 'Portland continues to manage public safety professionally and responsibly'
Discussions centered on federal enforcement actions and their impact on Portland communities
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October 8, 2025 at 1:19 AM
"As Mayor, it is my responsibility to protect our community from the federal government's increasingly unpredictable and escalating actions that we continue to face."
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'Does the Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Department of Justice care about the Constitution anymore?' Portland's city attorney asked in a letter to the US DOJ on Mon.
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‘Do not fail Portland’ city urges Trump DOJ in response to police probe
The city of Portland claims federal agents allow conservative journalists special access while cracking down on anti-ICE protesters and deploying unnecessary use of force.
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October 6, 2025 at 9:35 PM
'Does the Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Department of Justice care about the Constitution anymore?' Portland's city attorney asked in a letter to the US DOJ on Mon.
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News: Portland City Attorney Robert Taylor today sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Justice contending that the federal government is "failing its solemn duty" to uphold the rights of all people -- "even those with whom the administration disagrees."
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Portland says federal government used excessive force against peaceful protesters
In response to a Department of Justice inquiry, Portland City Attorney rebuts charge of unequal enforcement at ICE facility.
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October 6, 2025 at 8:24 PM
News: Portland City Attorney Robert Taylor today sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Justice contending that the federal government is "failing its solemn duty" to uphold the rights of all people -- "even those with whom the administration disagrees."
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“Portland remains committed to protecting the right to protest and safeguarding our community's safety. I've said from the very beginning, the number of federal troops needed or wanted in our city is zero.”
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'Portland will defend the rule of law and the rights of our residents' – Mayor responds to activation of California guard
One day after a judge blocked the mobilization of the Oregon National Guard, the federal government instead activated California National Guard troops. Portland Mayor Keith Wilson responds.
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October 5, 2025 at 7:13 PM
“Portland remains committed to protecting the right to protest and safeguarding our community's safety. I've said from the very beginning, the number of federal troops needed or wanted in our city is zero.”
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"Today's outcome is proof that Portlanders' commitment to peaceful expression and civic unity truly matters," said Mayor Keith Wilson.
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Judge halts Trump’s troop deployment in Portland
The State of Oregon and City of Portland's motion for a temporary restraining order over the deployment of the Oregon National Guard has been granted. The temporary restraining order lasts through Oct...
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October 5, 2025 at 1:02 AM
"Today's outcome is proof that Portlanders' commitment to peaceful expression and civic unity truly matters," said Mayor Keith Wilson.
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Oregon gov. says Trump troop deployment could cost taxpayers up to $10M
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Oregon gov. says Trump troop deployment could cost taxpayers up to $10M
That’s a significant increase over estimates released by the Oregon Military Department Tuesday.
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October 1, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Oregon gov. says Trump troop deployment could cost taxpayers up to $10M
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“In my moments of doubt, I worry that Portland will go alone as we have in the past,” he said. “When I look around the room today, I know we are more together than we have ever been.”
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Mayors across Portland region denounce Trump’s planned troop deployment
“Enforcement of civil immigration laws by militarized forces has no legitimate role in our community,” their statement reads.
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September 30, 2025 at 12:25 AM
“In my moments of doubt, I worry that Portland will go alone as we have in the past,” he said. “When I look around the room today, I know we are more together than we have ever been.”
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