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Back to SearchNew Oregon Laws, a Potential Foie Gras Ban, and a Toxic Dump Becomes a Botanical Garden?
Today we're talking about some of the new state laws going into effect this year, a city councilor’s push to ban foie gras, the closing of a beloved …
9 months, 3 weeks ago
5 Portland Restaurants You Must Visit in 2026
For bars and restaurants, January is usually the quietest month of the year. That makes it a great time to visit some of Portland's new food spots. T…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
What U.S. Cities Will Be Talking About in 2026 (Including Portland)
Nobody understands a city’s pulse quite like a City Cast host — and that makes them the best predictors for 2026’s biggest local stories. City Cast P…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
Your Guide to January 2026 in Portland
Whether you’re hitting the slopes to go snowboarding on Mount Hood or staying inside to watch a Studio Ghibli film with themed snacks, there are plen…
9 months, 4 weeks ago
From Country Dancing to Indoor Skating, Your Winter Weather Escape Guide
As we count down to the new year and brace for the cold, rainy weeks ahead, we’re revisiting a conversation with Ryan Hashegen about some of the best…
10 months ago
Staying Active This Winter With the Portland Area’s Best Cross-Country Skiing
Now that the holidays are almost over, it's time to think about staying active all winter long. In addition to experiencing our beautiful wilderness …
10 months ago
Portland's Biggest News Stories of 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, we're reflecting on everything we’ve lived through this year. Today on City Cast Portland, producers John Notarianni, Giuli…
10 months, 1 week ago
The Best Books by Oregon Authors in 2025
This was a big year for Oregon writers. Some of the most talked-about books of 2025 came from authors living right here — including a couple of Natio…
10 months, 1 week ago
City Councilors Lawyer Up, New Seasons Workers’ Big Win, and a Costly New Shipping Terminal
This week in Portland, we’re looking into why five city council members are lawyering up, the controversial multibillion-dollar idea to revitalize a …
10 months, 1 week ago
An Expert Guide to Snow Camping in Portland and Not Getting Frostbite
Today, we're talking about one unexpected activity that might stir your spirit for the outdoors this winter — snow camping. How do you even do it, an…
10 months, 2 weeks ago