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Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

The Daily News Now!

What"s up Portland? Stay informed with the latest happenings in Portland, Oregon — from breaking headlines to community buzz, all packed into a 2-minute daily local news briefings powered by AI. Subscribe!The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:43

Portland Street Response Sees 20% Call Increase

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

The Portland Street Response (PSR) is experiencing a 20% surge in calls, underscoring the escalating demand for non-police crisis intervention. PSR teams, staffed with individuals whove faced homelessness, address mental health crises, substance use issues, and basic needs like housing assistance. Despite Mayor Keith Wilsons pledge to end unsheltered homelessness, PSR reports a persistent shortage of shelter beds. PSR is enhancing its services with updated charting and dispatch systems, aiming to

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1:17

Fire at Salem Church: Quick Response Saves Interior

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Firefighters in Salem, Oregon, swiftly respond to a blaze at Market Street Church of Christ. No injuries reported as the fire is contained to the exterior, with the interior largely untouched. The cause is under investigation.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:03

Secretaries of State Question Voter Data Sharing

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Ten Secretaries of State, including Oregons, question DOJs sharing of voter data with DHS, citing privacy concerns and potential misuse. The data, which includes sensitive information, was initially requested for voting law compliance checks, but was later confirmed to be entered into the SAVE system for immigration status verification.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:31

Utqiagvik's Polar Night: 64 Days of Darkness

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Utqiagvik, Alaska, enters a 64-day polar night, marking the start of a long period of darkness. This annual event, caused by the Earths tilt, impacts daily life for residents. The sun will reappear on January twenty-second, but initial daylight will be brief. This phenomenon highlights the diverse environments found across our planet.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:10

Man Arrested for Downtown Oregon City Property Damage

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Michael Mertens, a 42-year-old man, is in custody for damaging vehicles and properties in downtown Oregon City. The incidents, which occurred Monday morning, resulted in shattered car windows and destroyed flower pots. Police identified Mertens through surveillance footage and charged him with first-degree criminal mischief, three counts of second-degree criminal mischief, and a probation violation.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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1:34

Portland's Arts Venues: A Shift in Management

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Portlands Five Centers for the Arts, managed by Metro for decades, may soon be under city control. The city and Metro are negotiating to end their contract, with potential takeover by July 2027. The future of these iconic venues, including Keller Auditorium and Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, hangs in the balance as Metro Council votes on this weeks negotiations.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:02

Project Turnkey Scrutinized for Mismanagement

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Project Turnkey: A Rapid Response to Oregons Housing Crisis, Now Under Scrutiny - In 2020, Oregons housing crisis led to Project Turnkey, converting motels into shelters. The Oregon Community Foundation distributed $125M to 32 projects, with shelter beds available in 4 months. However, two projects faced mismanagement allegations, raising concerns about transparency and public scrutiny. A petition argues the Foundation should be subject to public records laws.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every

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1:23

New Apartments Boost Affordable Housing

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Jay Parsons, a rental housing economist, proposes a solution to Oregons housing crisis: building more apartments, regardless of initial price, can boost affordable units. His research shows that new apartment construction in cities like Denver has led to decreased rents for older, Class C units, a process known as filtering. However, Portlands apartment construction is currently declining, which could hinder this affordable housing strategy.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered

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2:03

Cuckoo's Nest's Impact: A Healing Journey

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest film screening at Oregon State Hospital in 1975, attended by filmmakers and patients, received a profound reaction. The film, based on Ken Keseys novel, won five Academy Awards and sparked initiatives like Project Bromden, exploring Native American mental health.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:28

Man Convicted of Bias Crime in Road Rage Incident

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Beaverton man convicted of bias crime after road rage incident involving Asian American neighbor, sentenced to jail time and probation.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:05

Procedeo Wins $1.83B Portland Schools Bond, Moyer...

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Procedeo, a Texas construction firm, secures a $1.83 billion contract to manage Portland Public Schools largest bond ever, aiming to modernize Cleveland, Ida B. Wells, and Jefferson high schools. Meanwhile, Multnomah County Commissioner Meghan Moyer opposes the Oregon Health Authoritys plan to overhaul the states behavioral health care system, citing liability concerns and the states responsibility for aid and assist patients. Portland Public Schools continues to seek solutions for Jefferson High

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1:49

Man Sentenced for Child Abuse Conspiracy in Vietnam

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Washington Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Child Abuse Conspiracy in VietnamA Washington man, Richard Stanley Maness Junior, was sentenced to 30 years in prison for conspiring to kidnap and sexually abuse two children in Vietnam. Maness, 38, met a Vietnamese woman on a dating app and instructed her to abduct the children, sending him pictures of the abuse. He was convicted of conspiracy to produce child sexual abuse material and actual production of such material. The judge emphasized the severity of

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1:41

Top Literary Picks: Fiction & Nonfiction

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Heart the Lover by Lily King tops hardcover fiction, while The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters leads paperback fiction. In nonfiction, Colin Woodards Nations Apart and Bernie Sanders Fight Oligarchy are popular choices, reflecting a diverse appetite for historical analysis, personal reflection, and political commentary.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:42

Whyte Python's Eighties Metal Mayhem

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

The Whyte Python World Tour by Travis Kennedy is a thrilling blend of music and espionage, set in the wild world of eighties metal. The story follows Rikki Thunder, the new drummer of the fictional band Whyte Python, as he joins the group after leaving his old band. His girlfriend, Tawny, is not just a music magazine writer, but also a CIA agent involved in a covert mission with the band. However, the band unknowingly finds itself caught in a high-stakes game of spy versus spy, with both sides

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1:50

Beckford's 'Abandoned Well': Upside-Down Realities

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

On Finding an Abandoned Well by Peter Beckford: A captivating poem that explores an upside-down world through vivid descriptions of an old well. Beckford, a Maine poet, uses tangible details to create a sense of shifting realities. The poem serves as a metaphor for hidden histories and underrepresented voices. The Deep Water poetry series is currently accepting submissions.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:53

Unique Film Experiences in Maine

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Seduced and Abandoned and A Hard Days Night screenings in Maine, plus Dirigo Docs and Kill Bill marathon.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:57

The Mastermind's Desperate Heist

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

The Mastermind, a new film by director Kelly Reichardt, follows J.B., a hapless art thief played by Josh OConnor, as he attempts to rob a small New England art museum in 1970. Despite the political unrest around him, J.B. is portrayed as an ordinary man with a family, his criminal plans unraveling quickly. The films visuals, shot on sixteen millimeter film, capture the authentic nineteen seventies atmosphere, contrasting the political noise with a tranquil world. J.B.s desperation grows as he finds

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1:57

Sexless Marriage: A Husband's Dilemma

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

A married individual in their early thirties grapples with sexual dissatisfaction due to their wifes health issues, leading to a lack of intimacy and affection. Theyve started attending trance nights and meeting new people, finding desire elsewhere. The listener considers an open relationship, but fears it may cause sadness or devastation for their wife. If she refuses, they must choose between leaving the marriage or cheating, as theres no magical fourth option to solve their sexless marriage

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1:52

Eternity's Throuple Dilemma: A Missed Opportunity

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Eternity, a new film from A Twenty Four, explores a unique premise: a woman must choose between two husbands in the afterlife. Despite the buzz, the movie has been criticized for its straight narrative and missed opportunity to delve into a more unconventional romantic comedy. While DaVine Joy Randolphs performance as Anna, Larrys afterlife coordinator, is praised, the film as a whole falls short of expectations, leaving audiences wanting more from its exploration of love and choices in the

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1:24

James Deeley Takes Helm as Portland Mercury Publisher

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

James Deeley, a long-time Portland Mercury employee, has been appointed as the new publisher. With his extensive experience and deep understanding of the publications mission, Deeley is expected to bring fresh perspectives and continued success to the Portland Mercury. The staff is excited about this new chapter, viewing Deeleys appointment as a positive step forward for the publication.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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