Portland
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Maine Public Faces Fourth Tax Exemption Rejection from Portland Assessors for New Headquarters
Portland assessors denied Maine Public’s tax exemption for the fourth time, upholding a $197,000 tax bill on its new $16.5M downtown headquarters.
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Alaska Airlines Expands Portland Hub with New Tampa and Wenatchee Routes
Alaska Airlines is boosting its Portland hub with new Tampa and Wenatchee routes, aiming to capture leisure demand while navigating volatile fuel costs.
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Understanding Portland’s Protests
Portland has become a focal point for protests against federal policies, sparking debates on civil rights and government intervention.
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US Judge Halts Trump’s Troop Deployment in Portland Amid Legal Battle
A federal judge in Oregon has blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to deploy National Guard troops in Portland, citing constitutional concerns and questioning the necessity of federal intervention amid mostly peaceful protests.
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Trump Deploys 300 National Guard Troops to Chicago Amid Legal Pushback
President Trump’s authorization of 300 National Guard troops to Chicago has ignited controversy, as local leaders protest the move and a federal judge blocks similar deployment in Portland, highlighting deep divisions over federal intervention in Democratic-led cities.
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Portland Food Cart Pod Rattled by Propane Tank Explosion
A leaking propane tank triggered a powerful explosion at Springwater Cart Park in Southeast Portland, damaging eight food carts and two buildings but causing no injuries. Residents were jolted awake as the blast shook the neighborhood, highlighting safety concerns for…