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'We need to step up': How Carmen Rubio would tackle homelessness as Portland mayor

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Talking homelessness with Portland mayoral candidate Carmen Rubio | Your Thoughts

Commissioner Rubio was the last in a series of interviews conducted by reporter Blair Best with candidates for Portland mayor, all focused on homelessness policies.
Southwest Washington

Kelso gun store owner sold hundreds of high-capacity magazines in 90 minutes that ban was overturned

A legal fight over Washington's high-capacity magazine ban is moving to a higher court, following a flurry of court decisions Monday. For now, the ban remains.
News

Washington gun store sold hundreds of high-capacity magazines in 90 minutes ban was overturned

The 2022 law bans the sale, import, manufacturing and distribution of ammunition magazines that hold more than 10 rounds.
Politics

Kotek lists potential budget vetoes, including $2 million for Made in Old Town project

Kotek's office said she hasn't made a final decision about any of the potential line-item vetoes, but wants to learn more about the viability of each project.
Politics

Washington's high-capacity magazine ban ruled unconstitutional by Cowlitz County judge

The 2022 law bans the sale, import, manufacturing and distribution of ammunition magazines that hold more than 10 rounds.
Politics

Cowlitz County judge rules Washington's high-capacity magazine ban unconstitutional

On Monday, a Cowlitz County judge ruled Washington state's high-capacity magazine ban unconstitutional.
Homeless

'If we don't get better fast, the city could fail': Mingus Mapps says he’s committed to halving homelessness if elected mayor

As a longtime Portlander, Mapps can't say he's proud of what Portland has become. But he's pledging to change that if elected mayor.
Homeless

'I'm taking action': Portland mayoral candidate Keith Wilson claims he will end unsheltered homelessness in 1 year if elected

Keith Wilson is the CEO and president of Titan Freight Systems and the founder of the nonprofit called Shelter Portland.
The Story

Washington case highlights legal battle over gender and religious beliefs in foster care system

A Washington couple claims they were disqualified due to their religious beliefs, despite previously serving as foster parents for years.
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Rubio outlines plan for homeless crisis if elected mayor

Carmen Rubio says her plan includes increased support for Portland Street Response, closer county collaboration and an emphasis on shelters.
Elections

Candidates for Portland mayor on tackling the city's homelessness

Reporter Blair Best sat down with the top candidates running for Portland mayor to find out how they plan to tackle the city's homelessness if elected.