After submitting 66 planning documents and spending $73,425.76 on fees, East County Housing LLC emailed the city of Gresham on Jan. 7 to withdraw its application during design review of the $7.9 million project.
Murmurs: Rockwood Development Scrapped
WW Staff
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January 15, 2026 at 7:24 AM
After submitting 66 planning documents and spending $73,425.76 on fees, East County Housing LLC emailed the city of Gresham on Jan. 7 to withdraw its application during design review of the $7.9 million project.
Her awesome new album proves that growing up online isn’t mutually exclusive with being authentic, sexy, smart and perceptive.
Shows of the Week: Ninajirachi Is a Citizen of the Internet
Daniel Bromfield
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January 15, 2026 at 6:58 AM
Her awesome new album proves that growing up online isn’t mutually exclusive with being authentic, sexy, smart and perceptive.
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Whether you’re looking for sex, love or something in between, our experts can help.
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The home to 4,793 non-human primates is, in a sense, too big to fail.
Primate Center Would Cost More to Close Than to Keep Open, OHSU-Funded Study Says
Anthony Effinger
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January 15, 2026 at 1:44 AM
The home to 4,793 non-human primates is, in a sense, too big to fail.
Senate Minority Leader Bruce Starr led a movement that turned in 250,000 signatures last month to refer controversial transportation tax hikes to the November ballot.
Senate Minority Leader Bruce Starr Discusses Gathering 250,000 Signatures Almost Overnight
OJP Staff
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January 15, 2026 at 1:33 AM
Senate Minority Leader Bruce Starr led a movement that turned in 250,000 signatures last month to refer controversial transportation tax hikes to the November ballot.
Hobnob with hobbits at Fan Expo.
What to Do in Portland (Jan. 14-20, 2026)
Brianna Wheeler
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January 14, 2026 at 11:51 PM
Hobnob with hobbits at Fan Expo.
The exhibition, open through Feb. 16, pairs geologic facts with tribal legends.
Nez Perce Exhibition at OMSI Unites “Heads and Hearts”
Rachel Saslow
www.wweek.com
January 14, 2026 at 10:31 PM
The exhibition, open through Feb. 16, pairs geologic facts with tribal legends.
On the third day of debate, the Portland City Council on Wednesday finally chose its next council president: Councilor Jamie Dunphy.
Jamie Dunphy Elected President After Painful Debates Splinter Council
Sophie Peel
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January 14, 2026 at 9:57 PM
On the third day of debate, the Portland City Council on Wednesday finally chose its next council president: Councilor Jamie Dunphy.
Every sketch included some nod toward dogs that would be funny to most folks, but really felt like one big inside joke for dog people.
Michael Zimmer and Sofia Sullivan’s Sketch Show Dog People Was a Treat for All at Kickstand Comedy
Michelle Kicherer
www.wweek.com
January 14, 2026 at 5:34 PM
Every sketch included some nod toward dogs that would be funny to most folks, but really felt like one big inside joke for dog people.
Whether you’re looking for sex, love or something in between, our experts can help.
For This Year’s Sex and Dating Issue, We Asked the Experts
Christen McCurdy
www.wweek.com
January 14, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Whether you’re looking for sex, love or something in between, our experts can help.
Bars that can help you settle your first-date nerves.
Three Great Portland Just-a-Quick-Drink Dates
Ashley Gifford
www.wweek.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Bars that can help you settle your first-date nerves.
A non-exhaustive list of events and meetups for those looking to explore their kinky side.
Whether You’re Kinky or Kink-Curious, There’s a Portland Event for You
Sassafras Patterdale
www.wweek.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:15 PM
A non-exhaustive list of events and meetups for those looking to explore their kinky side.
Our writer visits each club—and tells you how to prepare for your visit.
I Went to All of Portland’s Sex Clubs. Here’s What You Need to Know.
Jagger Blaec
www.wweek.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:10 PM
Our writer visits each club—and tells you how to prepare for your visit.
The Portland lawyer helped bring marriage equality to Oregon—and has since handled plenty of divorces.
Lake Perriguey Wants You to Get It in Writing
Christen McCurdy
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January 14, 2026 at 2:10 PM
The Portland lawyer helped bring marriage equality to Oregon—and has since handled plenty of divorces.
The BDSM educator’s books and workshops focus on connection, community and making dreams come true.
Lee Harrington Wants to Show You the Ropes
Sassafras Patterdale
www.wweek.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:10 PM
The BDSM educator’s books and workshops focus on connection, community and making dreams come true.
The Portlander’s play parties help queer men—and others—socialize between the bar and the bath house.
Tucker Max Wants You to Have Frisky Fun
Andrew Jankowski
www.wweek.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:10 PM
The Portlander’s play parties help queer men—and others—socialize between the bar and the bath house.
Portland restaurants for every dating mood.
Three Great Portland Dinner Dates
Ashley Gifford
www.wweek.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:10 PM
Portland restaurants for every dating mood.
Event series like Squirm and Luvvly and apps like Timeleft want to help you meet folks in the flesh.
Portland Event Organizers Want You to Ditch the Apps
Brianna Wheeler
www.wweek.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Event series like Squirm and Luvvly and apps like Timeleft want to help you meet folks in the flesh.
Portland influencer Jeff Guenther is famous for bite-sized TikTok videos about complicated psychological concepts. He gets why that’s an issue.
Therapy Jeff Is Not Your Therapist
Rachel Saslow
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January 14, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Portland influencer Jeff Guenther is famous for bite-sized TikTok videos about complicated psychological concepts. He gets why that’s an issue.
To put it simply: It sucks.
Thorns Transfer Sam Coffey to Manchester City
Leo Baudhuin
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January 14, 2026 at 1:08 PM
To put it simply: It sucks.
“It’s not every day that you have the opportunity to right a historic wrong,” said board member Rashelle Chase-Miller.
School Board Approves Plan to Fill Jefferson High School
Joanna Hou
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January 14, 2026 at 5:53 AM
“It’s not every day that you have the opportunity to right a historic wrong,” said board member Rashelle Chase-Miller.
From singletrack to rooftop cocktails, this bike-centric weekend itinerary is a cyclist’s dream.
Grants Pass, Where Good Times Are Guaranteed
Isabelle Eyman
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January 14, 2026 at 3:30 AM
From singletrack to rooftop cocktails, this bike-centric weekend itinerary is a cyclist’s dream.
The result is that when the council resumes deliberations this week, Peacock will have a much stronger case that it can mount an uncompromised response to the right-wing agenda Portlanders most fear.
Recent Events Could Shift the Debate Over Who Should Run City Council
Sophie Peel
www.wweek.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:17 AM
The result is that when the council resumes deliberations this week, Peacock will have a much stronger case that it can mount an uncompromised response to the right-wing agenda Portlanders most fear.
Superette, Fisherman’s Daughter and visii are giving NW 23rd a shot in the arm of cool fashion.
Three New Stores Are Bringing Fresh Style To Nob Hill
Caitlin Pangares
www.wweek.com
January 14, 2026 at 1:55 AM
Superette, Fisherman’s Daughter and visii are giving NW 23rd a shot in the arm of cool fashion.
The artist’s second album, Stand On My Shoulders, comes out Friday.
Ya Tseen Offers Sleek, Modern Sounds With Deep Northwest Roots
Daniel Bromfield
www.wweek.com
January 14, 2026 at 1:55 AM
The artist’s second album, Stand On My Shoulders, comes out Friday.