Portland City Commissioner Rene Gonzalez

Bob was a compassionate and tireless advocate who spent decades protecting Portland's natural environment. His passion for our city inspired so many, and he was always ready to advocate for a cleaner and better Portland.

My heart goes out to Bob's family, friends, and everyone that worked with him. Bob, your legacy will live on in Portland - thank you for everything.

Oregon conservation leader Bob Sallinger dies suddenly at 57 The beloved environmental advocate known for his work with the Audubon Society of Portland and Willamette Riverkeeper has passed unexpectedly.

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I am deeply troubled by overnight reports of ballot drop boxes being ignited in Portland and Vancouver. There is no place in our democracy for political violence or interference with the votes of our citizens or our voting systems. I want to thank those who responded quickly.

Fortunately, fire suppressant inside the affected ballot box in Portland protected virtually all the ballots. Any affected voters will be contacted by Multnomah County Elections Division. I am hopeful for the swift apprehension of those responsible, and I fully support our local and federal law enforcement in their efforts to uphold the integrity of our democratic process.

Ballot drop boxes set on fire in Portland, Ore., and Vancouver, Wash. Police said an "incendiary device" was found inside a ballot box in Oregon's largest city, while local officials said potentially "hundreds" of ballots were damaged in Vancouver.

This isn’t just about disease prevention; it feels more like nihilism.

I recently participated in a ride-along to observe the mobile deflection process. I was struck by how deeply enablement has become entrenched in our community. At the City, we are beginning to address this issue, but Portlanders urgently need other governments and NGOs to examine the negative consequences of their actions. Additionally, we must assess what tools we have to prevent further harm to our community.

Portlanders want to support those struggling with addiction, a crucial first step is to stop doing things that prolong suffering and make the situation worse.

Pop-up clinic hands out needles, pipes to drug users in NW Portland school zone Their goal is to limit harm by preventing infections and the spread of disease, but neighbors and parents say the location is causing more harm.

"I was truly honored to celebrate Portland Fire’s incredible Community Health Assess and Treat (CHAT) program as it received the Portland Business Journal's Innovation in Philanthropy Award. CHAT teams are on the frontlines, addressing medical needs on our streets with compassion and care, helping prevent emergency room visits by providing quality treatment before situations escalate. Their work with the Overdose Response Team and their proactive approach to treating substance use disorder is transforming lives, especially as we continue facing the challenges of the drug crisis in our city. I’m incredibly proud to have played a role in securing funding for this vital work, and they deserve every bit of this recognition" Portland Fire & Rescue Portland Business Journal CareOregon