A small plane crashed into a residential neighborhood Saturday morning just east of Portland, Oregon, sparking a fire in a condominium complex, officials said.
Gresham Fire Chief Scott Lewis told reporters that the plane crashed into “a row of three-story condo units,” four of which caught fire.
The crash occurred at about 10:20 a.m. local time in the city of Fairview, about two miles east of Troutdale Airport, the Gresham Fire Department reported. The Federal Aviation Administration told CBS News that the crashed plane was a twin-engine Cessna 421C. Lewis said that the situation began when air traffic control for Troutdale Airport reported an “aircraft emergency” and then spotted a “column of smoke” west of the airport.
In this photo provided by Portland Fire & Rescue, firefighters use handlines to extinguish the fire adjacent to the primary structure involved after a small plane crashed Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in Fairview, Oregon.
Greg Muhr/Portland Fire & Rescue via AP
“The initial report was possibly a plane crashed into those apartments, we’ve been able to confirm that has happened,” Lewis said, adding that crews arrived on the scene to find “heavy fire involvement.”
Lewis said that the plane was believed to be carrying two occupants, but did not confirm if there were any survivors. The chief also said that a condo unit resident was missing, and two people were treated for injuries at the scene.
At least five families were displaced from their homes, he said.
Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office spokesman John Plock told reporters that the plane also downed a power pole and caused a separate brush fire. The brush fire was near a “swampy area” and did not spread.
“At some point during the crash it hit a power pole…causing it to fall over,” Plock said. “So the power lines fell into a field of some sort and started a brush fire.”
Two transmission lines for utility provider Portland General were down, but Lewis said it was unclear if they were directly struck by the plane. Portland General reported that about 9,000 customers were without power as of Saturday afternoon.
The federal National Transportation Safety Board will lead the investigation into the cause of the crash, the FAA said. Gresham Fire said they are also conducting their own investigation.
Fairview is located about 15 miles east of downtown Portland.
Faris Tanyos is a news editor for CBSNews.com, where he writes and edits stories and tracks breaking news. He previously worked as a digital news producer at several local news stations up and down the West Coast.
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Supermarket chain Albertsons told a federal judge Monday that it might have to lay off workers, close stores and even exit some markets if its planned merger with Kroger isn’t allowed to proceed.
The two companies proposed what would be the largest supermarket merger in U.S. history in October 2022. But the Federal Trade Commission sued to prevent the $24.6 billion deal, alleging it would eliminate competition and raise grocery prices in a time of already high food price inflation.
In the three-week hearing that opened Monday, the FTC is seeking a preliminary injunction that would block the merger while its complaint goes before an in-house administrative law judge.
“This lawsuit is part of an effort aimed at helping Americans feed their families,” the FTC’s chief trial counsel, Susan Musser, said in her opening arguments on Monday.
Musser said Kroger and Albertsons currently compete in 22 states, closely matching each other on price, quality, private label products and services like store pickup. Shoppers benefit from that competition, she said, and will lose those benefits if the merger is allowed to proceed.
Customers also are wary of the merger, the lawyer said. In Santa Fe, New Mexico, for example, 278 shoppers wrote to the FTC to express their concerns about a combined Kroger and Albertsons, which would own five of the city’s eight supermarkets.
But Kroger and Albertsons insist the FTC’s objections don’t take into account the rising competition in the grocery sector. Walmart’s grocery sales totaled $247 billion last year compared to $63 billion in 2003, for example; Costco’s sales have grown more than 400% in the same period.
“Consumers are blurring the line of where they buy groceries,” Albertsons attorney Enu Mainigi said.
Mainigi said Albertsons’ customers now spend 88 cents of every dollar at competitors that range from Aldi and Trader Joe’s to Dollar General. Albertsons can’t compete with larger rivals that have national scale, but joining forces with Kroger would help it do that, she said.
Kroger attorney Matthew Wolf also defended the proposed merger.
“The savings that come from the merger are obvious and intuitive. Kroger may have the best price on Pepsi. Albertsons may have the best price on Coke. Put them together, they have the best price on both,” Wolf said.
The two sides also disagree on Kroger and Albertsons’ plan to sell 579 stores in places where their stores overlap. The buyer would be C&S Wholesale Grocers, a New Hampshire-based supplier to independent supermarkets that also owns the Grand Union and Piggly Wiggly store brands.
The FTC says C&S is ill-prepared to take on those stores. Laura Hall, the FTC’s senior trial counsel, cited internal documents that indicated C&S executives were skeptical about the quality of the stores they would get and may want the option to sell or close them.
But Wolf said C&S has the experience and infrastructure to run the divested stores and would be the eighth-largest supermarket company in the U.S., if the merger plan goes through.
The commission also alleges that workers’ wages and benefits would decline if Kroger and Albertsons no longer compete with each other.
Before the hearing, several members of the United Food and Commercial Workers International union gathered outside the federal courthouse in downtown Portland to speak out against the proposed deal.
“Enough is enough,” said Carol McMillian, a bakery manager at a Kroger-owned grocery store in Colorado. “We can no longer stand by and allow corporate greed that puts profit before people. Our workers, our communities and our customers deserve better.”
The labor union also expressed concern that potential store closures could create so-called food and pharmacy “deserts” for consumers.
For people in many communities across the U.S., when a grocery store shutters, “their only source of food actually is walking to the nearest gas station,” said Kim Cordova, the president of UFCW Local 7, which represents over 23,000 members in Colorado and Wyoming.
Mainigi argued the deal could actually bolster union jobs, since many of Kroger’s and Albertsons’ competitors, like Walmart or Costco, have few unionized workers.
U.S. District Judge Adrienne Nelson is expected to hear from around 40 witnesses, including the CEOs of Kroger and Albertsons, before deciding whether to issue the preliminary injunction. If she does decide to temporarily block the merger, the FTC’s in-house hearings are scheduled to begin Oct. 1.
But Nelson’s decision will seal the merger’s fate, according to Wolf. He said the FTC’s in-house administrative process is so long and cumbersome that merger deals almost always fall apart before it’s through. Earlier this month, Kroger sued the FTC, alleging the agency’s internal proceedings were unconstitutional and saying it wants the merger’s merits decided in federal court.
The attorneys general of Arizona, California, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon and Wyoming all joined the case on the FTC’s side. Washington and Colorado filed separate cases in state courts seeking to block the merger.
Kroger, based in Cincinnati, Ohio, operates 2,800 stores in 35 states, including brands like Ralphs, Smith’s and Harris Teeter. Albertsons, based in Boise, Idaho, operates 2,273 stores in 34 states, including brands like Safeway, Jewel Osco and Shaw’s. Together, the companies employ around 710,000 people.
Explore Portland’s unique charm, from parks and activities to the arts and culture scene: You can always find yourself busy in this eclectic city
Portland, Oregon, is a city that effortlessly blends urban sophistication with natural beauty. With its thriving food and craft beer scene, as well as its proximity to the stunning Columbia River Gorge, Portland offers a wealth of outdoor adventures and culinary delights. Whether you’re strolling through the iconic International Rose Test Garden or exploring the trendyneighborhoods, Portland’s laid-back vibe and creative energy are sure to captivate you and keep you active.
So whether you’re searching for apartments in Portland,homes for sale, or are already a local, this Redfin article will be your guide. Here is Redfin’s list of the top things to do in Portland, for both newcomers and long-time locals alike.
1. Visit Hoyt Arboretum
Hoyt Arboretum is a 190-acre living museum, showcasing over 2,300 species of trees and plants from six continents. It offers 12 miles of well-maintained trails that wind through diverse ecosystems, providing a serene escape for nature enthusiasts. With its educational programs and stunning vistas, the arboretum is both a sanctuary for learning and a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city.
Insider tip: “If you’re a new Portland resident- – and maybe a bit of a romantic –you have to find the Redwood Deck in Hoyt Arboretum,” advises Andrea Zajonc, a Portland wedding photographer. “Located right on Wildwood Trail, the Redwood Deck is the most popular outdoor wedding venue in the area, and more new couples have started their journey together there than anywhere else in Portland! Whether you come for a ceremony or just a little solitude among the sequoias, it’s a must-see for new residents.”
2. Explore Portland’s unique bar scene
Portland’s bar scene is vibrant, offering everything from craft breweries and speakeasies to quirky dive bars and cocktail lounges. “We love a good pub crawl and always make sure to stop by Ground Kontrol for some retro arcade games followed by a slice of pizza at Old Town or something sweet from Voodoo Donuts,” recommends Nick Scandurro of Sasquatch Brewing Company, a local brewery in Portland.
Local favorite: “Portland is a vibrant city full of art-minded people. An out-of-the-box, incredible way to spend a few hours is hopping over to DIY Bar Portland and picking your own project to craft with a few local beverages,” says Bethany Bloem, a local and destination wedding and elopement photographer in Portland. “It is a great way to try something new and make some art you can remember forever.”
“Our recommendation would be the Rocky Butte Farmer’s Market,” says Hannah Reedy of Rocky Butte Coffee Roasters. “It is held Saturdays from June through September at NE Siskiyou and NE 80th St. It’s new to that spot this year, but has been knocking it out of the park with awesome vendors and attendance. It is a relaxing and productive way to spend a Saturday and enjoy our beautiful green Portland summers.”
Don’t miss: The Asian American Night Market is a quarterly event hosted in Portland. “Inside the market, you will experience unique vendors that cater crafts, arts, street food, drinks, and more,” says Fairlane Coffee, a high-quality local coffee shop. “This market doesn’t offer just normal products but will create a totally new experience for visitors and this could be a good memory for visiting Portland.”
4. Go out for a hike
When in Portland you’ve got to go hiking. “The nearby Columbia River Gorge is known for trails with waterfalls, wildflowers, and views, or you can head to alpine lakes at Mount Hood. In town, you’ll find large parks like the Powell Butte Nature Park and gems like the Witch’s Castle in Forest Park,” recommend adventure bloggers Meghann and Zach Grah of The Grah Life.
For those exploring with a family, many like to get family photos taken at these natural attractions. “I have a lot of families scheduling photoshoots when they are vacationing in Portland,” shares Portland family photographer Jaime Bugbee. “We love hiking Mirror Lake and then grabbing a beer at Timberline or paddle boarding Trillium Lake.”
Take your kids: “The Witch’s Castle in Forest Park is a mysterious and historic stone structure in the forest, perfect for an adventurous hike and some imaginative play. Located in Forest Park, it’s a short, beautiful, half-mile walk from the Upper Macleay parking lot. Thankfully, no witches have lived here,” recommends Arran Gimba, founder and editor-in-chief of Oregon Kid, an online source for parent news and events in Oregon.
5. Participate in the Adult Soapbox Derby
If you happen to be in Portland during August, check out the Adult Soapbox Derby on Mt. Tabor. “It’s a great family friendly event where various teams of people create themed soapbox race cars and see how their creation will fare with the slope and curves of Mt. Tabor’s course,” says Matthew Kurowski of Candy Glass Productions, a cinematic wedding photography company based in Portland. “You can expect to see anything from a giant Cheeto to a movie themed car that shoots water as they pass the crowd. There’s food, beer and plenty of shade for all the spectators.”
Fun fact: The Adult Soapbox Derby runs primarily on donations from the community so they can offer admission to the event free to the public.
6. Go on a coffee shop tour
Portland is known for its passion for coffee, leading to some absolutely stellar coffee shops scattered throughout the city. “There are many world class coffee roasters all over town,” says Andrew of Elevator Coffee, an award-winning coffee roastery based out of Portland. “A coffee enthusiast could easily visit 2-3 unique cafes per week for a year and still not experience everything there is to offer. I recommend trying multi-roaster cafes: Lionheart in Beaverton, PDX Coffee Club in Downtown, and Legacy in Gresham.”
Make sure to try: Try pairing coffee with thrifting. Portland’s culture promotes buying second-hand to reduce wastefulness. “Our favorite way to spend a fun day in Portland is to get coffees and snacks from a spot we’ve never been to before (so many in every neighborhood to try out!), then spend the day visiting the vintage/antique shops in town!” recommend Chelsea and Nick with One27 Media House, a full-service digital creative studio in Portland. “Our top favorites are Memory Den, Village Merchants, Monticello, Rerun, Hollywood Vintage, House of Vintage, and Red Light Clothing Exchange.”
7. Participate in a Pedapalooza group bike
In the summer months, many Portlanders enjoy Pedalpalooza group bike rides. “These rides have some truly unique themes such as 80s Retro Boomboxes, Pokémon, Zombies, Handmade Bikes, Nicolas Cage Fans, and various social advocacy causes,” shares Nicholas Brown, a videographer in Portland. “People dress up and decorate their bikes for these daily rides, creating a fun way to connect with others who share their interests.”
Tips for renting: If visiting from out of town, there are plenty of ways to rent a bike. Aside from private bike rentals located throughout the city, there is also a robust bike-share program that brings 1,000 smart bicycles to the central city.
8. Take a dance class
Portland is known for its vibrant culture, food and coffee scene, craft breweries, extensive parks, outdoor activities, and unique, quirky character. “One of the secrets Portland has held back is its robust dance scene. Organizations like Let’s Dance Portland, Dance with Joy Studios, and Uptown Dance Studio, Bushwhackers, Sesame Dance Club, and other organizations cultivate and maintain a dance community of over 7,500 people,” says Brad Eaton of Let’s Dance Portland. “These dance styles include: West Coast swing, country, two-step, cha-cha, nightclub, two step, waltz, hustle, tango, salsa, ballroom and more. There is dancing 7 days a week in Portland!”
Portland is also home to a strong recreational pole dancing community. “Celebrate the roots of recreational pole dancing by taking a pole dance class! At Portland Pole + Dance we offer introductory pole dance classes, active flexibility, and heels classes where you can get a workout and feel sexy doing it,” shares Amy Bond of Portland Pole + Dance.
Try Mia’s Dance Therapy: Another local offering for those looking to get some movement is Dance Therapy through Mia Moves Me. Classes are a low stress environment where the goal is to have fun, feel your feelings, and channel your inner teen.
9. Take a walking tour of the city
Explore Portland by foot while taking a self-guided tour of local creations using the PDX Sidewalk Joy Map. “This map showcases fun, interactive neighborhood galleries, exchanges and displays throughout the city. Visit an intergalactic loitering ground at Robot Alley, go mini golfing at Twin Pines Country Club or make a wish at the Wishing Tree,” recommends Victoria Hampton of Portland Living on the Cheap, a local blog dedicated to promoting affordable and fun events in Portland.
Quick tip: Bring comfortable shoes and a light rain jacket since Portland’s weather can be unpredictable.
10. Explore The Kennedy School
The Kennedy School in Portland is a historic elementary school turned into a unique hotel and entertainment venue, featuring classrooms transformed into guest rooms, a movie theater, soaking pool, and several bars and restaurants. “It’s a lil spooky, a lotta fun, and one of my must dos in PDX,” says Mia of Mia Moves Me. “I mean- it’s an elementary school from 1915 that was abandoned in the 90’s then restored and renovated into a hotel! go take it all in, grab a drink in detention (it’s a bar now!) and finish with a dip in the saltwater soaking tub that’s open to the public!”
11. Get out on the water
A float on the Sandy River followed by a treat is a perfect way to relax in Portland. “Grab your floaties and your appetite – Sugarpine on the Sandy is Portland’s best summer activity!” says Britt Huff of Keeper Coffee Co, a local coffee shop in Portland. “The Sandy River is great for families with little ones or an adult hang. It is looked after by the sweetest lifeguards who provide vests just in case you forgot yours. Splash around or take a float and when you’re done sunning your buns head up to Sugarpine for local fresh salads, sandwiches, and the most delicious sundaes!”
Looking to swim?: If Sandy River doesn’t sound appealing, locals love swimming in the Willamette River. “Take advantage of the recently restored beach and new dock at Cathedral Park,” says Ben Engler of Occidental Brewing Company.
12. Visit the Portland Japanese Garden
Set your eyes on the lush green beauty ofPortland’s Japanese Garden, a quiet haven nestled in the hills of Washington Park. This authentic Japanese garden offers a peaceful escape from the hustle of the city. Visitors can explore the meticulously landscaped gardens, traditional tea houses, and tranquil ponds.
“The Japanese Garden has always been for me the center of gravity of Portland,” says David Abel of Passages Bookshop, a local bookstore specializing in fine, rare, and unusual books and graphic art. “For more than twenty-five years, it’s where I’ve gone to reset my sense of where I am and what the city can be: always changing, engaging and rejuvenating in every season and any weather, it is a testament to the best parts of ourselves.”
Must do while you’re here: Experience traditional Japanese tea at theUmami Cafe, where you can savor the art of tea preparation and enjoy a moment of mindfulness.
13. Go to a community dance party
Starting in 2020 as a socially distanced event with a few friends and a speaker, Tabor Dance has exploded. “We’re very lucky to be located in the beautiful Portland Mt. Tabor neighborhood, not only in the path of a dormant volcano but also an all-inclusive weekly dance party,” says Sara Szymanski, owner of Threshold Brewing and Blending. “It’s a DJ-led sea of happy people up in the old forest growth all grooving to their own beat.”
Help keep it going: Tabor Dance is entirely free to the public but is seeking donations to keep it accessible to the public.
14. Explore the International Rose Test Garden
Portland is home to the beautiful International Rose Test Garden, the oldest official, continuously operated public rose test garden in the United States. “One of my favorite things to do when the weather is nice is to picnic in the International Rose Garden! There are over 10,000 rose bushes and it feels like something out of a fairytale!” says wedding photographer Naba Zabih of Naba Zabih Photography. “The history of the place is also so incredible, the garden started as a safe haven for European roses all the way back in WWI! So bring some food, a good book, and lay out for a couple hours and explore all the beautiful blooms- it’s a recipe for a perfect day!”
Special event: Don’t miss the annualPortland Rose Festival, a city-wide celebration featuring parades, fireworks, and the crowning of the Rose Festival Queen.
15. Indulge in Portland’s food scene
Portland is renowned for its diverse and vibrant food scene, offering everything from food carts to fine dining experiences. Explore the city’s numerous food cart pods, where you can sample an array of cuisines from around the world in one location. One of Portland’s classic eateries is Fuller’s Coffee Shop, the oldest diner in Portland. “Our recipe has remained unchanged since opening in 1947,” shares Fuller’s Coffee Shop.
Another fun food experience in Portland is Flip Wednesday at BRIX Tavern. “For those looking for a mid-week pick-me-up, BRIX Tavern offers Flip Wednesday, where you can flip a coin to win discounts on your meal. It’s a fun and interactive way to spice up your week!” says Fuller’s Coffee Shop.
Don’t miss: “If you haven’t gotten donuts from the original Voodoo Doughnut Old Town location then you really haven’t visited Portland,” says Michael Verity of Michael Verity Photography. “Yes, there are now Voodoo locations all over the place but, somehow, the legendary Maple Bacon Bar just tastes better straight from the box, standing on the corner of 3rd and Ankeny Street.”
16. Discover the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI)
For a fun and educational experience, head to OMSI, a world-class science museum located on the east bank of the Willamette River. With interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, and a planetarium, OMSI offers a fascinating exploration of science, technology, and natural history. “The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, better known as OMSI, is one of the nation’s leading science centers and we’re lucky to have it right here in Portland,” says Victoria Hampton from Portland Living on the Cheap. “Visit on the first Sunday of the month and you’ll pay only $5 for admission. If you’re an art aficionado who loves a good deal, attend the Portland Art Museum’s Free First Thursday.”
Don’t forget: Don’t miss theUSS Blueback submarine tour, where you can step aboard a historic Navy submarine and learn about its role in the Cold War.
17. Explore Elk Rock Island
There are so many hidden gems throughout Portland that there’s always something to discover. “A great way to spend the day is to rent a bike, ride it down the Eastbank Esplanade and Springwater Corridor and visit a lesser known park of Elk Rock Island,” says Erik Croswell of Bridge City Media, a top-rated video production company based in Portland. “There’s a few nice small trails and a small cove to swim in.”
End the day the right way: “Finish the day by visiting a few nearby pubs and dive bars as you make your way back north,” suggests Erik.
18. Wander Through Powell’s City of Books
Book lovers rejoice atPowell’s City of Books, the world’s largest independent bookstore located in the heart of Portland’s Pearl District. Spanning an entire city block, Powell’s boasts a vast collection of new and used books across multiple floors. Spend hours browsing through shelves stocked with every genre imaginable, from bestsellers to rare finds. Powell’s also hosts author events and book readings, offering a unique literary experience for visitors.
Must do: While at Powell’s, be sure to grab a coffee from a cafe across the street and bring it back to enjoy while you browse. Keep an eye out for special author signings or readings happening in-store for a chance to meet your favorite writers.
19. Go on a tour of the indie bookstores in Portland
When one thinks of Portland, coffee shops and bookstores are first to come to mind. “Portland is a bookish city, and Powell’s City of Books is one of the most famous ‘destination’ bookstores in the country,” say Rafael and John Hart of Always Here Bookstore, a queer and neurodivergent-owned bookstore that carries queer books for all ages. “So, for that reason, we personally recommend that you go check out some of Portland’s 50+ indie bookstores that aren’t Powell’s! Alberta Arts District is home to Green Bean Books, a darling children’s bookstore, Parallel Worlds Bookshop, a genre-focused sci-fi haven, and several others. Rose City Book Pub is a watering hole for Portland bookworms, and Bishop & Wilde is a queer-owned bookshop with a literary fiction focus.”
Looking for rare books?: Stop by and visit David Abel at Passages Bookshop to find one-of-a-kind books you won’t find elsewhere.
20. Explore the Portland Art Museum
Check out thePortland Art Museum, one of the oldest and largest art museums in the Pacific Northwest. The museum’s extensive collection features works ranging from ancient artifacts to contemporary masterpieces, including pieces by renowned artists such as Andy Warhol and Vincent van Gogh. Visitors can explore diverse exhibitions spanning various artistic movements and cultures, providing insight into the rich tapestry of creativity.
While you’re there: Join a guided tour of the museum to gain a deeper understanding of the artworks and their historical significance, or attend one of the museum’s art classes or workshops to unleash your own creativity.
21. Experience the Vibrant Culture of Portland’s Neighborhoods
Each of Portland’s neighborhoods has its own unique character and charm, offering a glimpse into the city’s vibrant culture and community spirit. Explore the trendy boutiques and cafes of thePearl District, stroll through the historic streets ofOld Town Chinatown, or experience the eclectic vibe of Alberta Arts District with its colorful murals and art galleries. Whether you’re seeking live music, craft beer, or artisanal goods, Portland’s neighborhoods have something for everyone.
Must see: Attend a neighborhood street fair or festival to get yourself familiar with the local culture and connect with residents while enjoying live music, food vendors, and community activities. Join the vibrant community ofNorth Portland’s Mississippi Avenue for a day filled with local artisans, food vendors, live music, and family-friendly activities during this annual summer street fair. This is just one example of the many neighborhood street fairs and festivals in Portland.
22. Embark on the Portland Underground Tour
Delve into Portland’s hidden history with a tour of theShanghai Tunnels, also known as the Portland Underground. Explore the mysterious subterranean passages of Portland, where secrets from the city’s past lurk beneath the surface. Explore the eerie underground network while learning about Portland’s dark past and the city’s role in the maritime trade. Guided tours offer a fascinating glimpse into this lesser-known aspect of Portland’s history, making it a unique and memorable experience.
Must try: Opt in for aghost tour of the Shanghai Tunnels, where you’ll hear chilling tales of paranormal activity and encounters with restless spirits said to haunt the underground passages.
23. Attend a Portland Timbers Match at Providence Park
Experience the electric atmosphere of aPortland Timbers soccer match at Providence Park, home to one of Major League Soccer’s most passionate fan bases. Join the Timbers Army in cheering on the team with chants, songs, and tifo displays that create an unforgettable stadium experience. Whether you’re a die-hard soccer fan or just looking for a lively cultural experience, attending a Timbers match is a quintessential Portland experience that shouldn’t be missed.
Before you go: Participate in a pre-match tailgate party with fellow fans, where you can enjoy food, drinks, and camaraderie before heading into the stadium to support the Timbers.
24. Discover Portland’s Street Art Scene
Venture off the beaten path to explore Portland’s vibrant street art scene, which extends far beyond the city’s well-known murals. Take a self-guided tour of lesser-known street art hotspots in neighborhoods like St. Johns or Southeast Portland, where you’ll find hidden gems tucked away in alleys and side streets. From colorful graffiti to thought-provoking installations, Portland’s street art reflects the city’s creative spirit and commitment to artistic expression.
Must try: Join astreet art workshop or guided tour led by local artists, where you can learn about different techniques and styles while contributing to a community mural or street art project.
IT WAS PUSHED BACK THIS MONTH ALL NEW AT 6 – HISTORY MADE IN GEORGIA TODAY … AS THE STATE MARKED ITS LARGEST – SEA – TURTLE – RELEASE … ON RECORD. WJCL 22 NEWS BROOKE BUTLER … WAS THERE. SHE TELLS US … HOW THIS ALL CAME TOGETHER.// (NAT – CLAPPING – PEOPLE SAYING GOODBYE) IT WAS ALL SMILES ON JEKYLL ISLAND WEDNESDAY – AS A RECORD BREAKING NUMBER OF REHABILITATED SEA TURTLES – WERE RELEASED BACK INTO THE OCEAN :23 WE ACTUALLY HAD 33 KEMPS AND ONE GREEN SEA TURTLE RELEASED TODAY OFF OF JEKYLL ISLAND. :30 THESE ENDANGERED TURTLES – ALL CAME FROM UP NORTH. THE ORGANIZATION – TURTLES FLY TOO – FLEW THEM IN. :20 SO WE FLEW FROM OUR HOME BASE IN NORTHERN NEW JERSEY UP TO MASSACHUSETTS TO PICK THE TURTLES UP FROM THE TEAM AT THE NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM. :28 1:53 HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE DOING THESE RELEASES TOGETHER AS FATHER AND SON? 1:56 1:56 THAT’S IT’S DEFINITELY IT’S VERY COOL. 1:59 (BROOKE STANDUP) I’M TOLD THERE ARE A NUMBER OF REASONS WHY RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS CHOSE JEKYLL ISLAND… AS THE LOCATION FOR THIS RELEASE. 1:15 I THINK IT’S REALLY NICE. IT’S CONVENIENT. OBVIOUSLY, WE HAVE AN AIRPORT ON THE ISLAND, BUT OUR FACILITY, YOU KNOW, WE HAVE A GREAT PARTNERSHIP WITH TURTLES FLY TO AND THESE OTHER FACILITIES UP IN THE NEW ENGLAND AREA, UP IN THE NORTHERN STATES THAT WE ALL BAND TOGETHER AND, YOU KNOW, HELP THESE ANIMALS IN NEED. 1:30 RACHEL OVERMEYER WITH GEORGIA SEA TURTLE CENTER SAID – ALL OF THESE TURTLES..WERE COLD STUNNED WHEN THEY WERE RESCUED. THEIR RELEASE INTO GEORGIA WATERS… ENSURING THEY’LL STAY AT A COMFORTABLE TEMPERATURE. 1:34 OUR WATERS ARE JUST NOW WARM ENOUGH THAT WE CAN RELEASE ANIMALS. 1:38 OVERMEYER SAYS – WHILE SHE’S TAKEN PART IN A NUMBER OF RELEASES OVER THE YEARS – THE WORK – NEVER GETS OLD. 1:55 RELEASES ARE JUST SO SPECIAL BECAUSE IT’S WHAT WE PUT OUR BLOOD, SWEAT AND TEARS INTO. AND IT’S WHAT WE WHAT WE DO EVERY DAY IS WHAT WE WORK FOR. SO TO BE ABLE TO SEE THEM RELEASED IS IS REALLY EXCITING. 2:06 BROOKE BUTLER… WJCL 22 NEWS. OUT:”THAT ONE
Sea turtle strandings have ticked up at an alarming rate in New England, but now the reptiles are close to receiving a lifeline from Congress to help them stay in the water.Related video above: ‘Really exciting’: 34 rehabilitated sea turtles released back into the ocean on Jekyll IslandCongress is nearing passage of the Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act, which would create a new $33 million federal grant program to fund institutions around the country that rescue, rehabilitate and research stranded turtles. The aid would arrive as scientists and federal authorities are sounding the alarm that an increasing number of cold-stunned turtles are washing up on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, likely as a result of climate change.Less than 50 sea turtles were found stranded on Cape Cod in 2000, but by 2022, that number has ballooned to 866, said Democratic Sen. Ed Markey of Massachusetts. Quick action is needed to help the turtles because all six species of sea turtles found in the U.S. are threatened or endangered, Markey said.Turtles face “extinction and environmental wipeout” without assistance, said Markey, the sponsor of the act.”Our current rescue efforts are largely volunteer and underfunded, forcing our aquariums to shell out to keep our shelled friends safe,” he said. “We will not let these rescue and rehabilitation organizations, much less sea turtles, sink.”The annual average number of cold-stunned turtles in Massachusetts has also increased over time. Two decades ago, it was 139, and in the past five years it has increased to 739, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said in June.The sea turtle act was placed on the Senate’s calendar after unanimously passing the commerce, science and transportation committee on July 31, records state. A similar measure, introduced by Democratic Rep. Bill Keating of Massachusetts, passed the House of Representatives earlier in the year.Both proposals have bipartisan support, and the Senate measure is cosponsored by Republican Sen. John Cornyn of Texas.Sea turtles sometimes become cold-stunned because they’re unable to regulate their body temperatures. In recent years, hundreds of those turtles have become stranded in Massachusetts. The New England Aquarium operates a Sea Turtle Hospital in Quincy, Massachusetts, that treats the animals, who sometimes need months of care before they can be rereleased into the marine environment.Providing more assistance to organizations that care for stranded turtles “would have a significant impact on the continuation of this collaborative conservation work and the resulting research to solve ocean challenges,” said Vikki Spruill, president and CEO of the New England Aquarium, in support of the proposal last year.
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Sea turtle strandings have ticked up at an alarming rate in New England, but now the reptiles are close to receiving a lifeline from Congress to help them stay in the water.
Related video above: ‘Really exciting’: 34 rehabilitated sea turtles released back into the ocean on Jekyll Island
Congress is nearing passage of the Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act, which would create a new $33 million federal grant program to fund institutions around the country that rescue, rehabilitate and research stranded turtles. The aid would arrive as scientists and federal authorities are sounding the alarm that an increasing number of cold-stunned turtles are washing up on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, likely as a result of climate change.
Less than 50 sea turtles were found stranded on Cape Cod in 2000, but by 2022, that number has ballooned to 866, said Democratic Sen. Ed Markey of Massachusetts. Quick action is needed to help the turtles because all six species of sea turtles found in the U.S. are threatened or endangered, Markey said.
Turtles face “extinction and environmental wipeout” without assistance, said Markey, the sponsor of the act.
“Our current rescue efforts are largely volunteer and underfunded, forcing our aquariums to shell out to keep our shelled friends safe,” he said. “We will not let these rescue and rehabilitation organizations, much less sea turtles, sink.”
The annual average number of cold-stunned turtles in Massachusetts has also increased over time. Two decades ago, it was 139, and in the past five years it has increased to 739, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said in June.
The sea turtle act was placed on the Senate’s calendar after unanimously passing the commerce, science and transportation committee on July 31, records state. A similar measure, introduced by Democratic Rep. Bill Keating of Massachusetts, passed the House of Representatives earlier in the year.
Both proposals have bipartisan support, and the Senate measure is cosponsored by Republican Sen. John Cornyn of Texas.
Sea turtles sometimes become cold-stunned because they’re unable to regulate their body temperatures. In recent years, hundreds of those turtles have become stranded in Massachusetts. The New England Aquarium operates a Sea Turtle Hospital in Quincy, Massachusetts, that treats the animals, who sometimes need months of care before they can be rereleased into the marine environment.
Providing more assistance to organizations that care for stranded turtles “would have a significant impact on the continuation of this collaborative conservation work and the resulting research to solve ocean challenges,” said Vikki Spruill, president and CEO of the New England Aquarium, in support of the proposal last year.
Joining the ApartHotel style of travel accommodations, the neighborhood centric Old Port property will open August 1, 2024
PORTLAND, Maine, July 29, 2024 (Newswire.com)
– The Weldon, a new boutique hotel with 13 fully appointed one-and two-bedroom suites located at 54 York Street in the Old Port (corner of York and Maple Streets) will open on August 1, 2024. The property is part of a growing trend of ApartHotels – bookable like a hotel but designed with larger living spaces and separate rooms for sleeping, dining, and working, making them ideal for longer stays or for travelers who need a more comfortable and functional living space.
The Weldon has been thoughtfully reimagined by local owners Chris DiMillo and Jay Hibbard, and is managed by the Portland-based hospitality development company, Fathom Companies, whose team also developed and oversees the iconic Press Hotel and the award-winning Canopy Portland Waterfront.
The 13 one-and two-bedroom suites have been handsomely stylized with comfortable mid-century modern furniture and feature apartment-like amenities such as fully-equipped and stocked kitchens with LG appliances and Hexclad kitchenware, full-size washer and dryer, and Sonos sound systems. Bedrooms feature luxury linens from Evangeline and Cuddledown. The building has co-working and private office spaces available to guests, a complete gym with state-of-the-art equipment from Gronk Fitness and Peloton, plus a bike room and extra storage space.
Weldon Hotel owner Chris DiMillo said, “Travelers are continually charmed by our Old Port in Portland, particularly those who are frequent visitors or have family and friends living in Portland and come here several times a year and in all seasons. Our working waterfront, vibrant restaurant and bar scene, and small business retail shops in this historic downtown, plus the friendly sense of community is really encapsulated at The Weldon and how it feels to live here in Portland year-round. This unique property is coming to Portland at the right time to combine the best of hotel hospitality with apartment living in Maine: warm welcomes, design, dining and entertaining, space to work and workout, and love of what it means to live in Portland.”
Brandon Hussey, VP of Hospitality Management at Fathom Companies said, “It’s our intention with The Weldon to maintain the things about our highly personal, thoughtful hospitality services that guests seek out and appreciate at our other hotels in Portland, while pairing it with modern technology and practical software applications that appeal to families and the work-remote traveler. Guests who want more amenities and services than what an individual short-term rental can offer and are seeking more space, low-fuss, high experience stays in Portland will find that here at The Weldon. Our advanced technology offers an efficient, contactless experience if desired, or it can act as a personal concierge for pre arrival planning. Our hospitality team is at a Weldon Hotel guests’ fingertips and with their local knowledge and connections, can arrange a variety of Portland experiences—from dinner reservations and wine sail cruises to concert tickets and family-friendly activities.”
The Weldon nightly rates start from $399 this summer, and can be booked directly on www.theweldonhotel.com. Follow The Weldon on Instagram @theweldonhotel.
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About Fathom Companies
Fathom Companies is comprised of two main divisions: a hospitality management arm that focuses on operations, sales, marketing, revenue management, and accounting and a real estate investment and development arm concentrating on developing and providing consulting services for ground-up construction, historic renovations, and repositioning of hotel, office, residential, and mixed-use properties. Fathom continues to expand its hospitality portfolio through development, ownership and/or joint venture partnerships as well as third-party management agreements. To learn more about Fathom Companies, visit www.fathomcompanies.com. Follow on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
“Necessity is the mother of invention” is a famous proverb, precisely because it’s so true. If you need proof, look no further than the origin story of Dovetail Workwear.
The idea for a line of workwear tailored specifically for women, and made by women, emerged when landscapers Kate Day and Kyle Marie Summers were hired to design the Portland, OR, garden of their client, Sara DeLuca, an apparel designer. Kate and Kyle griped about their ill-fitting workwear to Sarah, who, as it turned out, had aspirations of revolutionizing women’s workwear. The connection was immediate and serendipitous. The three started designing stylish, functional, and durable garments for female laborers, from the skilled tradeswoman to the backyard gardener. In 2018, Dovetail was born. “Sara’s garden really is the genius loci of Dovetail—where it all began and the most OG of field testing locations for our products,” says Kate.
Today, we’re giving you a tour of Sara’s backyard, the garden that launched a clothing brand.
Above: What started as a water-break conversation about workwear woes on Sara’s back deck soon turned into a design challenge to make the perfect work pants for the modern woman. Pictured are Sara (left) and Kate, both wearing Dovetail workwear.
Sara had vision and bought her house in inner Portland after it had been abandoned for several years and sat on short-sale. After more than a year of meticulous renovation to restore its historic 1908 charm, she turned to Kate and Kyle to transform the neglected and overgrown mud pit (her backyard) into a sweet outdoor jewel box that highlighted the intimacy of the contained landscape, had ample space for relaxation, and, of course, offered visual beauty.
Above: A small lawn for Shasta, Sara’s dog, to roll around in.
The dream was to create zones that could evolve with time, spotlight the seasons, minimize water demands, achieve a balance of hard- and softscapes, rethink the approach to daily foot traffic between Sara and her brother’s house, and spotlight several visual focal points from and inside the house. Last, Sara wanted rain gardens in both the front and backyard living spaces (because: Portland). “We designed the garden in what we used to say was our ‘Portland Romantic’ style–lots of texture, touches of subtle color, a boulder-filled rain garden, and mixed foliage and forms to make it feel inviting and alive,” says Kate.
Above: Pacific Northwest garden staples—ferns and bleeding hearts.
Sara’s yard is a stellar study in considering how yards must evolve over time. Sara’s children were young when the garden was first designed, but naturally the family’s needs changed over time. “Kyle and I took cuttings from a neighbor to build a willow house that the kids enjoyed for years, which was eventually removed to create a seating and reading space,” says Kate. Similarly, the dry river bed in the back of the garden, supported by Fiddlehead Landscapes, who did the stonework, doubled as a place for the kids to climb and frolic, but once they outgrew playing outside, Kate added drought-tolerant plants within the rocks to enhance visual interest.
caption: “The big takeaway is that gardens are not static and how important it is to create zones that can morph and change over time to keep yards compelling and interesting,” says Kate. Here, she’s adding plants to the dry river bed, now that Sara’s kids no longer play there.
Growing up on a farm, Sara now has her version of a mini urban farm. She has native bees (mason and leaf cutters) visiting her yard, chickadees nesting in the birdhouse, and Shasta, her dog, who loves rolling in the grass. Plus, plants just grow more in the Pacific Northwest because of the lush rains and temperate winters. “Staying on top of pruning the crape myrtle, maple, dogwood trees, and several other bushes like the ninebark and flowering currant helps maintain their structure and health,” says Kate.
Above: Adirondack chairs in a corner invite lingering.
Over the past five years, Kate has continued to update Sara’s garden even though she now works full-time building Dovetail. “But I’m constantly evolving her yard, and equally as important, wear- testing our apparel.”
Portland, OR, is renowned for its lush greenery, thriving arts scene, and eclectic culture. Beyond its reputation as a haven for coffee aficionados and outdoor lovers, Portland harbors a wealth of lesser-known facts and hidden gems that contribute to its unique identity. Join us as we journey through the charming streets of the Rose City, uncovering fascinating tidbits and surprising trivia that showcase why Portland is truly one of a kind. So whether you’re moving into a new apartment in Portland, searching for homes for sale, or want to learn more about the city, this Redfin article will dive into 10 fun facts about Portland that you’ll want to know.
Quick Facts about Portland
Median home sale price
$498,500
Average monthly rent
$1,510
Walk Score
89/100
Transit Score
84/100
Bike Score
92/100
1. One of the most bikeable cities in the nation
Portland proudly holds the title of being one of the most bikeable cities in the nation. With over 350 miles of designated bike lanes and paths, cycling is not just a mode of transportation but a way of life for many Portlanders. From dedicated bike-friendly bridges to innovative bike-sharing programs, Portland’s commitment to cycling infrastructure has earned it recognition as a leader in sustainable urban transportation.
2. The Portlandia statue is the second-largest copper statue in the country
The iconic Portlandia statue, towering over downtown Portland is not only a symbol of the city’s artistic spirit but also a monumental feat of craftsmanship. Standing at an impressive 34 feet tall, Portlandia is the second-largest copper statue in the country, surpassed only by the Statue of Liberty.
3. The Simpsons creator is from Portland
Portland boasts a unique claim to fame as the hometown of Matt Groening, the creator of the iconic animated television series, “The Simpsons.” Born in Portland in 1954, Groening drew inspiration from his surroundings and experiences growing up in the city to create the beloved characters and quirky humor that have made “The Simpsons” a cultural phenomenon.
4. The Portland Rosebuds were the first NHL team allowed in the Stanley Cup
The Portland Rosebuds etched their name into hockey history as the first United States-based team to compete for the Stanley Cup in the NHL’s inaugural season. Founded in 1914, the Rosebuds represented Portland, Oregon, and made a remarkable run to the Stanley Cup Finals in 1916.
5. There’s a volcano in the city
Portland surprises many with its unique geographical feature: a dormant volcano within city limits. Mount Tabor, an extinct volcanic vent, rises majestically on the east side of Portland, offering stunning views of the city skyline and surrounding landscape.
6. Portland has the world’s smallest city park
Originally intended as a site for a light pole, Mill Ends Park measures just 24 inches in diameter and occupies a mere two-foot-wide circle. Despite its diminutive size, Mill Ends Park has captured the imagination of locals and tourists, adding to Portland’s quirky charm.
7. Portland’s airport is ranked as one of the best in the country
Portland International Airport (PDX) proudly stands as one of the nation’s top airports, consistently ranked among the best by travelers and industry experts alike. Known for its efficient layout, eco-friendly initiatives, and renowned local dining options, PDX offers a welcoming gateway to the Pacific Northwest.
8. Powell’s City of Books is the largest independent bookstore in the world
Powell’s City of Books in Portland holds the esteemed title of being the largest independent bookstore in the world, spanning an entire city block. With over one million new and used books across multiple floors, Powell’s is a bibliophile’s paradise, offering a treasure trove of literary gems waiting to be discovered.
9. Portland was named on a coin toss
The city’s name was reportedly determined by a simple coin toss. In 1845, business partners Asa Lovejoy from Boston and Francis Pettygrove from Portland, Maine, couldn’t agree on what to name their new settlement in the Oregon Territory. So, they decided to settle the matter with a coin flip.
10. The city has the second most breweries in the U.S.
Portland proudly holds the distinction of being home to the second most breweries in the U.S., surpassed only by the city of Denver, Colorado. With over 70 breweries scattered throughout its neighborhoods, Portland boasts a thriving craft beer scene that caters to every palate and preference.
Methodology: The median home sale price and average monthly rental data is from the Redfin Data Center. The Walk Score, Transit Score and Bike Score data is from Walk Score.
It’s less than Seattle, but you still need well over six figures.
Portland, OR, is known for its quirky vibes, lush urban parks, and delicious Pacific Northwest cuisine. In addition to being a unique and rewarding place to live, Portland is also home to a competitive real estate market that’s seen many changes over the past few years.
For many, buying a home in Portland is a dream come true, but it’s also important to know how it will impact your finances. From down payments to monthly mortgage payments, there’s a lot to understand before buying your first home
So whether you already live in The City of Roses or are looking to relocate to the area, here’s a breakdown of the income you’ll need to purchase your first home in Portland.
How much income do you need to buy a starter home in Portland?
The median sale price of a starter home in Portland is $401,840. In order to afford this, first-time homebuyers in Portland should make $130,715 per year, up 6.0% from 2023. However, the median income in Portland is $101,552, meaningthe typical resident cannot afford a starter home.
As expected, starter homes in Portland are more affordable than the average home (all price brackets combined; see methodology for details). In order to afford any median-priced home in the area, you’ll need to make $149,023 (as of October 2023).
Nationwide, you need an income of $75,849 to afford a typical starter home, which costs an average of $240,000. The average U.S. household earns an estimated $84,072.
First-time homebuyers’ guide to the Portland housing market
Portland has experienced a mixed market over the past few years. House prices have only risen by 1.3% since January 2021, but the metro saw sharp rises and drops during and following the pandemic.
The pandemic-driven housing migration boom affected Portland similar to many other coastal metros; more people looked to leave than stay, with buyers searching for sun and affordability. Portland actually lost 3.3% of its population from 2020-2023, a dramatic shift following nearly a decade of sustained growth. This change, along with high mortgage rates, helped drop house prices by 21% from May 2022 to January 2023, from a high of $580,000 to $456,000. Another price spike and drop followed soon after before leveling out in early 2024.
There’s a lot to love about Rose City, though. If you’re looking to move to Portland, the city is home to many famous and eclectic amenities and attractions throughout its diverse neighborhoods. Forest Park, Powell’s Books, and the Hoyt Arboretum are some of the most well known, offering natural beauty and entertainment for people of all ages. Portland also offers 400 miles of bikeways, breathtaking scenery, and is within a few hours from the coast and Columbia River Gorge.
What does a typical down payment look like for a starter home in Portland?
Here are some common down payment amounts for a typical $401,840 starter home in Portland:
Down payment percentage
Down payment amount
3% down payment
$12,055
3.5% down payment
$14,064
5% down payment
$20,092
10% down payment
$40,184
15% down payment
$60,276
20% down payment
$80,368
Down payments can range from 0% to 100% of the total house price, depending on your budget, loan type, and long-term priorities. While experts have historically recommended budgeting for a 20% down payment, the increasing cost of homes and continued sluggish wage increases has led to a 15% down payment becoming more common.
Some loan types allow for lower down payment amounts. For example, a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loan requires just 3.5% down, while the lowest possible down payment for a conventional loan is 3%. These amounts typically depend on your credit scores, so buyers with higher credit scores may qualify for lower down payments.
What is the typical mortgage payment for a starter home in Portland?
The typical monthly mortgage payment for a starter home in Portland is $3,268. This assumes you put 3.5% down and have around a 7% interest rate.
If this payment sounds too high, you could consider renting an apartment in Portland. The average rent price is $1,802, possibly making it a better option while you save for a down payment on a house. You can also use an affordability calculator to see what you can afford based on your income and down payment.
What should you do next?
If you’re in the market for your first home in Portland, it’s important to understand how much house you can afford. Take your annual income, credit score, the current mortgage rates, and local market trends to make a decision that works best for you.
From there, a Portland agent can help you navigate the entire home buying process and provide valuable local expertise. To learn more about how to buy a home, check out Redfin’s First-Time Homebuyer’s Guide.
Methodology
Redfin divides all U.S. properties into five buckets based on Redfin Estimates of homes’ market values. There are three equal-sized tiers, as well as tiers for the bottom 5% and top 5% of the market. Redfin defines “starter homes” as homes whose sale price fell into the 5th-35th percentile of the Redfin Estimate tier.
We calculated the annual income needed to afford a starter home by assuming a buyer spends no more than 30% of their income on housing payments. Housing payments are calculated assuming the buyer made a 3.5% down payment and also take a month’s median sale price and average mortgage-interest rate into account.
The national income data is adjusted for inflation using the Consumer Price Index. 2024 income is estimated based on projections from the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) 2022 median household income using the 12-month moving average nominal wage growth rate. The rate was compiled from the Current Population Survey and reported by the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta.
We assume housing payments include the mortgage principal, interest, property taxes, homeowners insurance, and mortgage insurance (when applicable).
All data sourced February 2024 unless otherwise stated.
PORTLAND, Ore. – (AP) – A young girl and her guardian have sued an Oregon nonprofit organization, Portland Public Schools and Multnomah County for $9 million, alleging they were negligent when male classmates sexually abused her at school and raped her during an after-school program when she was a nine-year-old third grader.
The child, who is now 11, attended a Portland elementary school and an after-school program operated by Multnomah County on her school campus in partnership with Latino Network and Portland Public Schools.
The lawsuit says the girl was subjected to multiple episodes of nonconsensual sexual touching during school hours. In March 2022, she hit a male classmate in the face to protect herself when he touched his mouth to hers, but the lawsuit said the school suspended both her and her attacker for the incident.
The next month, two other male students trapped her in a bathroom stall during recess at their after-school program and raped her, the lawsuit said. The school learned about the assault when the parent of one of the male perpetrators heard about it from their child and reported it.
The lawsuit alleges the school and after-school program failed to immediately notify law enforcement and undertook an internal investigation. It says school district personnel interviewed the girl without notifying law enforcement or her parents of the sexual assault or about their interview.
The school suspended the two males for one day and said they would stay in school with a safety plan. But the girl’s father didn’t believe this would keep his daughter safe and so enrolled her and her younger brother in another Portland public school. Both the girl and her brother missed almost one month of schooling as a result.
The lawsuit said Portland Public Schools should have known that the plaintiff was vulnerable and at risk of continued sexual assault by male students. It alleges the school district was negligent in failing to adequately train and teach students about appropriate sexual boundaries and how to report abuse.
The lawsuit alleges the school system made the plaintiff feel that she would be reprimanded if she protected herself from unwanted sexual contact. It says the school system was negligent for failing to report the student’s vulnerabilities to after-school program staff and to train employees to monitor, recognize and report child sex abuse.
It alleges Latino Network and Multnomah County were negligent for failing to maintain awareness of students during the after-school program and adequately train after-school program employees to monitor, recognize and report child sexual grooming and abuse.
Portland Public Schools said in a statement that it learned of these new allegations when it received the lawsuit, and it is investigating. It said it is required to report any instance of possible child abuse and neglect to the Oregon Department of Human Services, and such reports are confidential.
“We take our responsibilities as mandatory reporters seriously and follow the law around reporting,” it said.
Multnomah County said it does not comment on pending litigation. Latino Network said the news of the lawsuit is “painful” to the organization, which is committed to trauma-informed practices.
“We take the allegations very seriously and are working with our legal representation to provide counsel to our organization,” it said.
The lawsuit was filed on March 20 in Circuit Court in Multnomah County.
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A police officer in Portland, Oregon, has been accused in a federal lawsuit of fatally shooting an unarmed Black man.
The officer used a semi-automatic rifle to shoot Immanueal “Manny” Clark in the back as he ran away from officers who were responding to an attempted armed robbery call in the early hours of Nov. 19, 2022, according to a lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court of Oregon on Thursday.
The officers mistakenly identified the car Clark had been traveling in and had been told by dispatchers that the robbery suspects were white men, the lawsuit says.
The suit accuses the officer and the city of Portland of excessive force, wrongful death and negligence for failing to provide emergency medical care. It claims Clark lay on the ground, bleeding from the gunshot wound, for 26 minutes before receiving medical attention. He later died in a hospital.
In response to requests for comment, the Portland Police Bureau and City Hall both said they do not comment on pending litigation.
According to the complaint, the victim of the attempted armed robbery in the parking lot of a Portland fast-food restaurant called 911 to report it and said three to four white men were involved. They said the men left the scene in a sedan.
Police ended up following a car despite not having probable cause that those inside were involved in the attempted robbery, the complaint alleges. After the car pulled into a church parking lot, officers decided to approach the car and conduct a so-called “high-risk stop.”
Clark was outside of the car near the driver’s door and ran as the officers exited their police cars. As he ran away, unarmed, the officer shot Clark in the back, according to the complaint.
The other people in or near the car were a Black man, a white woman and a white man, according to the complaint.
The lawsuit was filed by a representative of Clark’s estate.
Jimmy Carter. Ronald Reagan. George H. W. Bush. Bill Clinton. George W. Bush. Barack Obama.
You’ve heard of each of those presidents, but you probably haven’t heard of Warren Washington, the scientist who advised all of them on Earth’s climate. It’s no wonder; he also helped develop one of the first climate models.
What You Need To Know
Warren Washington was the second African American to get a PhD in meteorology
He helped develop the earliest global climate models
The U.S. government awarded Washington the National Medal of Science in 2010
Warren Washington standing next to a CRAY supercomputer in 1980. (UCAR)
To put that in perspective, a report from the American Institute of Physics says that only 14 out of the 740 students to graduate with a bachelor’s degree in atmospheric science as recently as 2015 were African American.
From the 1960s onward, Washington studied the Earth’s climate system, building simulations that got more detailed as computers became more powerful. Early climate models were crude and slow.
“We weren’t able to go faster than the actual weather. We actually plowed on because what happened was computers got faster and faster,” he told NASA in a 2016 interview.
But, as computers got faster, Washington and his colleagues added more detail into the climate models.
Output from an early climate model in the late 1960s. (UCAR)
Washington used those computer models to experiment with various scenarios, tweaking the amount of carbon dioxide and other gasses to see what the different outcomes would be.
This is routine today. Scientists want to know what to expect if we do nothing to limit greenhouse gas emissions or suddenly stop all of it or something in between.
Washington earned many accolades and awards for his decades of work. In 2010, the country awarded him the National Medal of Science, the U.S. government’s highest scientific honor. He’s also been recognized for his efforts to increase diversity in atmospheric sciences.
Our team of meteorologists dives deep into the science of weather and breaks down timely weather data and information. To view more weather and climate stories, check out our weather blogs section.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Written on the locker room whiteboard Thursday night at Ball Arena was a summons for players to get to the Denver airport by 10:20 p.m. for their team flight to Oregon. It was an unrealistic goal, especially considering Nikola Jokic’s typically methodical postgame process and media obligation.
So maybe the Nuggets were a little late to take off. They made it to Portland just fine.
And after a slightly slow start at Moda Center the next night, the defending champions took off and earned a 127-112 win over the Blazers, sweeping a back-to-back out of the All-Star break. Michael Malone called a timeout after three early turnovers yielded an 8-3 deficit. Then Denver cruised.
The Nuggets (38-19) gave Jamal Murray the night off to avoid straining him in the back-to-back after he went into the break dealing with shin splints. His absence was more for precautionary reasons after an encouraging performance against the Wizards and before a marquee matchup Sunday at the Warriors. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, on the other hand, played after missing the second half of Thursday’s game with a sprained finger.
Without Murray, Nikola Jokic posted a triple-double by the end of the third quarter for the second time in 24 hours, and Michael Porter Jr. scored a season-high 34 points on 21 shots to go with a dozen rebounds.
“I was just getting easy shots. My teammates were finding me in transition,” Porter said. “When a player like ‘Mal is out, a lot of guys have gotta step up.”
“Michael is such a big target, and (defenders) play on the high side, so they’re trying to make him a 2-point scorer,” Malone said. “And he’s shown that he can do that just as efficiently (as scoring from three). This was a night when Michael played at a high level throughout the course of the game.”
Jokic finished the night with 29 points, 15 boards and 14 assists on 12-of-17 shooting. With 2:37 remaining in the first half, he missed his first shot in 15 attempts since the break. Aaron Gordon also supplied another efficient and well-rounded game, going for eight points on 4-of-5 shooting (all in the first half) and seven assists.
Denver ultimately plans to use Gordon at the backup five spot during the playoffs, but Zeke Nnaji has provided a revitalizing stretch of games at the right time as Michael Malone takes stock of his depth late in the regular season. Nnaji earned more minutes at center Friday after blocking four shots against the Wizards. His highlight this time was a soaring tip-in offensive rebound while sandwiched by airborne defenders. He has now played in five consecutive games after not appearing in nine of the previous 12.
“He’s a great offensive rebounder,” Malone said. “And I love when he rebounds in traffic, takes his time, gathers, goes up strong and dunks it. That’s always so much fun to watch. I thought he had some very good defensive possessions tonight. Fighting (Deandre) Ayton in the post. Got a steal. Working to front him in the lane. … Zeke is getting an opportunity, and to his credit, he’s taken advantage of it.”
As has been the usual pecking order this season, Reggie Jackson started in place of Murray and G League All-Star Collin Gillespie filled in at backup point guard. Some of his NBA minutes have been empty ones recently, but his 3-point shooting and nose for getting Jokic the ball was a major boost in Portland. Gillespie registered his first career double-digit scoring game with 18 points. He was perfect on four attempts beyond the arc and tacked on four assists without a turnover.
“My teammates are great. They’ve been awesome all year,” Gillespie told The Post. “Obviously going down, playing in the G League, these guys are tuned in. They know how we’re doing down there. So obviously coming up here, they just told me to be aggressive, play my game. And it’s easy to look really good with that group that I’m (playing) with, so they make it really easy for me.”
It was a solid enough individual outing that when Christian Braun sliced to the basket for a layup from Jokic, the Blazers’ public address announcer declared Gillespie had just scored.
And a solid enough outing that it even made Jokic jealous.
“The guys gave Collin the game ball for his performance,” Malone said. “And upon seeing that some of the guys gave Collin the game ball, Nikola said, ‘What the hell are you doing? I just had a triple-double. That’s my game ball.’”
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A U.S. appeals court panel on Friday declined to delay Idaho’s scheduled execution next week of one of the nation’s longest-serving death row inmates.
Thomas Creech was sentenced to death in 1983 for killing a fellow prison inmate, David Jensen, with a battery-filled sock. Creech, 73, had previously been convicted of four murders and was already serving life in prison when he killed Jensen.
He is also suspected of several other killings dating back half a century.
His attorneys had asked a 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals panel in San Francisco to delay Creech’s death by lethal injection, set for Wednesday.
They said they needed additional time to pursue a claim that, under the nation’s evolving standards of decency, his death sentence should be set aside because it was issued by a judge — not a jury. Among people on death row around the country, just 2.1% were sentenced to death by a judge alone, they said.
During oral arguments Thursday, the three judges expressed skepticism. They noted that while arguments about “evolving standards of decency” have been used to bar the execution of juveniles or people with severe developmental delays, Creech’s lawyers had presented little or no evidence that the people in the U.S. increasingly disfavor the execution of inmates who were sentenced by judges rather than juries.
“We gave you an opportunity to tell us what evidence you have of an evolving standard, and you haven’t provided anything,” Judge Jay Bybee told Jonah Horwitz, an attorney for Creech. “This feels like it’s a delay for delay’s sake and it’s a shot in the dark.”
The Idaho attorney general’s office opposed Creech’s request for a stay, arguing that Creech could have raised the issue long ago but waited until the last minute to try to forestall the execution: “This is a claim that was basically being held in the back pocket of Creech’s counsel, waiting until there was an actual execution that had been scheduled,” said Deputy Attorney General LaMont Anderson.
Creech’s attorneys in recent weeks have filed three other challenges regarding his execution. Two are with the U.S. District Court in Idaho, over the adequacy of his recent clemency hearing and over the state’s refusal to indicate where it obtained the drug it intends to use to kill him. The other is an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.
An Ohio native, Creech’s history of being involved in or suspected of murders dates back half a century. In 1974, he was acquitted in the stabbing death of 70-year-old retiree Paul Shrader in Tuscon, Arizona; Creech was a cook who lived at the motel where Shrader’s body was found.
He then moved to Portland, Oregon, where he worked as a maintenance worker or sexton at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. The body of 22-year-old William Joseph Dean was found in Creech’s living quarters on Aug. 7, 1974, and a grocery store worker in Salem, Sandra Jane Ramsamooj, was shot to death that same day.
In November, Creech and his 17-year-old girlfriend were hitchhiking in Idaho when two traveling housepainters picked them up. The pair — John Wayne Bradford, 40, and Edward Thomas Arnold, 34 — were found shot to death and partially buried along a highway. Creech was convicted. His girlfriend testified against him.
During police interrogations, Creech made some far-fetched claims — claims that his attorneys say he made under the influence of so-called truth serum — that he had killed 42 people, some in satanic rituals and others in contract killings for motorcycle gangs in several states. Authorities were unable to corroborate most of his claims, but said they did find two bodies based on information he provided and they did tie him to nine killings: two in Nevada, two in Oregon, two in Idaho and one each in Wyoming, Arizona and California.
Authorities initially didn’t believe one of the stories that Creech told them. Creech claimed that while he was being treated at the Oregon State Hospital following a suicide attempt, he earned a weekend pass, traveled to Sacramento and killed someone, and then returned to the treatment center.
Based on that information, California police retested fingerprints found at the home of murder victim Vivian Grant Robinson — and they matched Creech. They also realized he had called the treatment center from her home to say he’d be returning a day late. Creech was convicted of that case in 1980.
During Creech’s clemency hearing last month, the state offered new information — without supporting evidence — that Creech had committed another killing in California, that of Daniel Walker in San Bernardino County in 1974. Prosecutors there say they do not intend to file charges, noting Creech’s upcoming execution.
Creech was initially sentenced to death following his 1975 Idaho conviction, but after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that automatic death sentences were unconstitutional, it was converted to a life term. After killing Jensen he was again sentenced to death.
Oregon paved the way as the first state to decriminalize drug use in 2020, to instead focus on addiction and recovery. But due to Portland’s growing fentanyl crisis, Gov. Tina Kotek this week declared a 90-day emergency to address the increase in overdose deaths. Adam Yamaguchi has more.
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Target’s shuttered small-format store on Folsom Street in San Francisco’s SoMa neighborhood, November 2023.
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On Sept. 26, Target set off a national firestorm when it said it would close nine stores in four states because theft and organized retail crime had made them too dangerous to run.
On its face, Target’s announcement was evidence that retail crime was preventing one of the country’s most prominent retailers from operating stores profitably and safely. It challenged skeptics who believed that retailers had exaggerated the impact of organized retail crime and used it as an excuse for poor financial performance.
There was just one problem with the explanation Target gave for closing stores: The locations it shuttered generally saw fewer reported crimes than others it chose to keep open nearby, a monthslong CNBC investigation has found.
In some cases, Target chose to keep operating stores in busier areas that had better foot traffic or higher median incomes, even though the locations saw more theft and violence, the probe revealed. In those areas, police departments may be better funded due to higher tax bases, and shoppers may have more to spend on discretionary goods.
Many of the locations Target closed were “small-format” stores the company opened over the last five years as part of an experiment to expand its footprint in dense, urban areas. The moves followed Target’s decision to shutter four similar stores in the spring that it said were underperforming, Retail Dive previously reported.
At the time it announced the nine store closures in September, Target said, “We cannot continue operating these stores because theft and organized retail crime are threatening the safety of our team and guests, and contributing to unsustainable business performance. We can only be successful if the working and shopping environment is safe for all.”
The news came just hours after the National Retail Federation issued a key annual retail security survey — in which it said violence at stores had increased but losses from theft hadn’t changed much — and exactly one month before the trade group was planning to lobby Congress for stiffer punishment for organized theft offenders. Target CEO Brian Cornell sits on the NRF’s board of directors and is a member of its executive committee.
One longtime retail executive and expert questioned whether Target’s claims about theft at the stores were designed to mask its struggles, as the retailer’s sales fell from the prior year in both its second and third quarters.
“I don’t want to use the word ‘stunt,’ because I don’t know exactly what went on in Minneapolis [where Target is based], but to me, it read like a stunt, looking to divert attention from the company’s lack of performance overall,” said Mark Cohen, a professor and director of retail studies at Columbia Business School who previously served as the CEO of Sears Canada, Bradlees and Lazarus department stores.
“They did not disclose their actual shortage statistics,” he added. “They talked about it in general terms; they did not disclose any other factors that would have caused them to decide to close any of those stores. They implied that the only reason they were closing the stores was because of theft. That may or may not be true. My guess is: Not true.”
In response, Target spokesperson Jim Joice told CNBC that as a growth company, Target is “continuously opening new stores, initiating remodels, investing in our team and infrastructure, and refining our operations as we seek to deliver the shopping experience that people have come to expect of Target.”
“In 2023 alone, we opened 21 new stores and remodeled 150 stores as part of our nearly $5 billion investment in strategic initiatives. The recently announced store closures related to safety, retail theft, and unsustainable business performance represent less than 0.5% of our U.S. footprint, with 1,956 stores currently operating and serving our guests,” Joice said.
Target shoppers are encouraged to call for help accessing products that are kept in locked cases.
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CNBC used public record requests and law enforcement sources to obtain crime statistics and 911 call data for 21 Target stores in New York City, Seattle, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Portland, Oregon — the four areas where the retailer closed stores. The data includes the nine stores Target shuttered and similar locations it kept open nearby, spanning from January 2021 through September 2023, when the closures were announced. The records show how many times Target was listed as the victim of a crime at the locations, or how many times police were called to the stores and arrested someone, said they addressed the issue or generated a report or log of what occurred.
The records paint a startling picture of the frequent crime at the locations. But they also show a clear trend. Nearly every store the retailer closed saw less police activity and fewer reportedcrime incidents than the locations it kept open nearby.
Only one of the nine stores that Target closed across the four regions, a location in Pittsburg, California, saw more crime and police activity than its closest comparable location, in Antioch, California, according to CNBC’s analysis.
Store-specific crime data for the nine locations Target closed has not been previously reported.
Like most data on theft, organized retail crime, and “shrink,” or retailers’ inventory loss, the records obtained by CNBC are not complete. Theft and crime overall are difficult to measure, as they frequently go unreported and undetected, experts have told CNBC.
Target declined to provide its internal crime figures. Without those numbers, the records obtained by CNBC are “the only picture that you’re going to get” about what crime looked like at the locations the retailer closed and the ones it didn’t, said Christopher Herrmann, an assistant professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice and an expert in crime analysis and mapping.
“It’s interesting that they’re using public safety, or employee safety, as an excuse, kind of, for closing the stores,” said Herrmann. “Because the reality is, they’re not closing the stores with the highest rate of retail theft.”
In response, Target’s Joice told CNBC that “store-level incidents vary widely in severity, and police data won’t show the full extent of what our teams experience on the ground.”
“We have repeatedly shared financial data and internal data on the increase of theft-related crime,” Joice said. “We have also consistently conveyed our emphasis on safety and highlighted team members’ experiences that demonstrate the impact that theft and organized retail crime have had on our company, our guests, and the communities we serve.”
“We continue to invest heavily in safety, including strategies to prevent and stop theft and organized retail crime in our stores, as well as partnering with law enforcement, legislators, and retail peers to seek long-term solutions,” Joice said.
Target closed three stores in the San Francisco Bay Area — one in San Francisco, one in Oakland and another in Pittsburg, a suburb about 40 miles outside the city.
All the locations were within a few miles or a short drive away from another Target that remained open, which could have played a role in the company’s decision to shutter them, experts said.
Retailers often “miscalculate how much the new store will cannibalize existing stores,” said Cohen, of Columbia Business School.
Target opened its now-closed small-format store in Oakland in 2019, just two miles away from its Emeryville location. Between January 2021 and September 2023, 96 crime incidents were reported at the Oakland store compared with 440 at the Emeryville store over the same time frame.
Target’s Emeryville, California, location remains open about two miles away from a store the retailer closed in Oakland.
Gabrielle Fonrouge
The findings reflect some overall theft trends in Oakland and Emeryville in 2023. Overall theft, excluding car theft, was down 15% in Oakland from Jan. 1 to Oct. 29, compared with the same period a year ago, according to police records. In Emeryville, petty theft and grand theft were up 16% and 14%, respectively, for the period from Jan. 1 to Oct. 31, compared with the same period a year ago, police records show.
Demographics is another factor that could be at play.In the ZIP code where the Oakland store is located, the median income level is $76,953, compared with $114,286 in Emeryville, according to U.S. Census Data.
People with higher incomes tend to have more money to spend on discretionary goods.Police departments in those areas may also be more inclined to enforce property crimes such as theft if there is less violent crime to attend to, which could explain the difference in police responses between stores, experts who study crime have told CNBC.For example, one homicide and three rapes have been reported in Emeryville so far this year. In comparison, 106 homicides and 159 rapes have been reported in Oakland in the same time frame.
Looters rob a Target store during protests in Oakland, California, on May 30, 2020, over the death of George Floyd.
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Within the city of San Francisco, the small-format store on Folsom Street that Target closed saw at least 84 crime incidents that resulted in police reports between January 2021 and September 2023.
Two miles away at Target’s sprawling Union Square location, which remains open, 486 incidents were recorded during the same time frame.
The stores’ neighborhoods and the foot traffic they saw also differentiated them.
The Target sign from its Mission Street store in San Francisco’s Union Square glows on a building across the street, November 2023.
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The closed store was sandwiched between a car dealership and a freeway in an area that locals said had light foot traffic and had attracted a homeless encampment during the Covid pandemic. In comparison, Target’s Union Square location is in the heart of San Francisco’s bustling tourist and shopping district.
Target closed three stores in the city of Portland that saw less crime than locations it kept open.
For example, the Target on Southeast Washington Street, which remains open, had 718 reported incidents between January 2021 and the end of September 2023, which is more than all three closed stores saw combined over the same time period, according to police records.
One of the locations, a small-format store on Northeast Halsey Street, was open for less than three years before it was closed.
Based on available data in Portland, CNBC’s findings echo some area crime statistics.
In the Hazelwood neighborhood, where Target’s store on Southeast Washington Street remains open, reported larcenies are up 5% in 2023 between Jan. 1 and the end of October, compared with the same period a year ago. In Hollywood and Richmond, where Target closed stores, reported larcenies were down 37% and 8%, respectively, for the same time period.
However, in downtown Portland, where Target’s store on Southwest Morrison Street was closed, reported larcenies were up 13% for that time period.
Target closed two stores in Seattle, both small-format locations that saw fewer crimes than the nearest Target stores.
For example, the shuttered Targets on Northwest Market Street and University Way Northeast had 235 and 395 reported incidents, respectively, between January 2021 and the end of September 2023. In comparison, two locations about five miles away that remain open, on Second Avenue and Northeast Northgate Way, saw 878 and 901 reported incidents, respectively, during the same time period.
In some cases, the data also matches local crime statistics. Between Jan. 1, 2021, and Oct. 31, 2023, reported larcenies were 30% lower in the area of Target’s Northwest Market Street location and 33% lower in the area of the University Way store, both of which were closed, than in the area where Target’s Northeast Northgate Way store remains open.
Target closed one store in New York City. The location was in East Harlem and housed within a larger shopping complex that borders the East River, about a 15-minute walk from the nearest subway station.
It recorded at least 844 incidents between January 2021 and the end of September 2023, but the figures pale in comparison with those during the same time period at other Target stores dotted across the Big Apple.
A store on Greenwich Street in Lower Manhattan saw 2,090 reported incidents, more than double the number in East Harlem in that time period. At another location, on Grand Street, 1,628 incidents were recorded.
The locations are vastly different. The two Lower Manhattan locations are in busier areas with more foot traffic and higher median income levels. In the ZIP code where the East Harlem store was located, the median income is $36,989, compared with more than $250,000 in the area around the Greenwich Street store and $43,362 in the area around the Grand Street location, U.S. Census data shows.
Target closed the East Harlem location — because of crime and safety, it said — at the same time it planned to open a store about a mile and a half away on West 125th Street in Harlem. Crime trends are worse in the area where the new store is opening, according to police records.
Target’s New York City store in East Harlem was housed within a larger shopping complex.
Gabrielle Fonrouge
At the time Target announced the East Harlemclosure, reported petty theft incidents were down 2.5% between Jan. 1 and Sept. 24, 2023, in the area where the East Harlem store was and up 9% during the same period in the area where the proposed store will be, compared with the same period a year ago. Target did not comment on the discrepancy.
Methodology: When analyzing 911 call logs and other crime data for this report, CNBC included in its tally only incidents that led to an arrest, police report or log, or incidents that police said they responded to and handled. Unfounded complaints, duplicate calls, requests for backup, and store and welfare checks were weeded out from the logs and not counted, along with other irrelevant information. Mental health crises, overdoses, vehicle thefts, vehicle burglaries and other events that weren’t directly related to Target or appeared to happen outside the confines of the store were also not included.
Walmart, Malls, Best Buy and more are thought of for Black Friday – but marijuana is having an impact also.
Black Friday used to be one of the biggest shopping days of the year…now it has a rival with Cyber Monday. There was a time when the news was filled with brawls breaking out at Walmart as people scrambled to get the best big ticket deals. Luckily, weed chills you and Walmart has marijuana competition on Black Friday.
To be fair, Black Friday is the second biggest marijuana shopping day of the year….behind 4/20. BDSA, a leading cannabis data analyst company shared this information about consumer trends.
Black Friday is the Friday after Thanksgiving in the United States. It traditionally marks the start of the Christmas shopping season in the United States. Many stores offer highly promoted sales at discounted prices and often open early. It has been a culturally phenomenon in some countries.
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Despite all the buzz, Black Friday beats out Cyber Monday and is still the biggest shopping day of the year. It can set the tone of retail for the holiday season and annually retail profitability. But as more than 50% of people have access to legalized cannabis, Black Friday has become a weed hit also. Like alcohol, the 4 day holiday weekend has turned into tuning in to fun or turning out and chilling.
“Black Friday consistently experience the highest surge in cannabis sales of any holiday, other than 420,” said Brendan Mitchel-Chesebro, analyst at BDSA. “These insights are important for retailers looking to optimize their holiday strategies. By preparing for increased foot traffic with increased staff and an ample supply of popular products instead of leaning into promotions, retailers will win with consumers this holiday season.”
Some dispensaries, will have specials, especially those who register for newsletter and updates. Check their social media or website to see if they are offering any holiday weekend.
And if you are looking at doing some early gift shoppings, gummies are the most popular used form of cannabis, making it an easy gift to the canna-fans in your life.
The other good news is cannabis relaxes us so you don’t have to worry about hand to hand combat to purchase. But here are some of the craziest Black Friday stories.
An elderly woman stole an ice cream maker out of a man in a wheelchair’s electric cart.”
At Walmart, a fight broke out over a bike. Fists were thrown and there was blood. Eventually, one guy got ahold of the bike and managed to get away from the crowd. He rode the bike out of the store (without paying).”
At Walmart, a customer punched a security guard in the face because they thought he was a customer skipping to the front of the line. He was just walking in the door to start his shift.
Cyber Monday and Black Friday aren’t the only big holidays for fans of marijuana – hello Green Wednesday
Up until around 2010, Black Friday was the mega shopping day of the year. It was a combination of festive cheer, mega deals and, at times, a MMA brawl. Stories emerged of fights and chaos as shoppers rushed to get the best prices. Then online shopping soared and Cyber Monday became a rival for gift purchases and deals to be had. But are you ready for Green Wednesday? Yes, Green Wednesday is when the cannabis industry goes wild.
To be fair, Green Wednesday is the third biggest marijuana shopping day of the year….behind 4/20 and Black Friday (right?). BDSA, a leading cannabis data analyst company shared this information about consumer trends.
“Green Wednesday and Black Friday consistently experience the highest surge in cannabis sales of any holiday, other than 420,” said Brendan Mitchel-Chesebro, analyst at BDSA. “These insights are important for retailers looking to optimize their holiday strategies. By preparing for increased foot traffic with increased staff and an ample supply of popular products instead of leaning into promotions, retailers will win with consumers this holiday season.”
Marijuana is following a trend. The third biggest alcohol day of the year, meanwhile, was the day before Thanksgiving. It has been nicknamed “Drinksgiving” or “Blackout Wednesday,” and is becoming an increasingly popular drinking holiday. Poughkeepsie, Boston, Houston, Portland, OR, and Wichita, KS excel in this new holiday.
Green Wednesday can see an over 66% increase in sales for the day. If you want to bring something unique to Friendsgiving or Thanksgiving, you can always bring an infused canned turkey gravy. Yes, there are such things. But the most popular, by far according to BDSA, are gummies. The perfect hostess gift if you know they enjoy a little chill time.
Not only is there a rush to purchase, some dispensaries offer deals – always a plus during the holiday season. To maximize your chance for value, sign up for your favorite dispensary email, talk to the budtender leading up the Green Wednesday and be open to trying new things.
As you get ready for Green Wednesday, have a great chill Thanksgiving
