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Rubio Has Lost 2 Endorsements

Two groups pulled their endorsements of mayoral candidate Carmen Rubio after revelations that she got more than 150 parking and traffic tickets over a couple decades — and then recently scraped a Tesla in a parking lot (without leaving a note). Most high-profile backers are sticking with her, but the construction workers union LiUNA Local 737 and the transportation advocacy group The Street Trust Action Fund have pulled their support. [Oregonian]

Portland State Library Reopens

After four months of repairs costing more than $1 million, Portland State University’s library reopened. For three nights this spring, protesters calling for a ceasefire in Gaza occupied the library, causing extensive damage. [KGW]

The Most Sustainable Toilet Paper Is Oregon-Made

The environmental group Natural Resource Defense Council released its rankings of the most sustainable toilet paper brands, judged by their use of post-consumer recycled materials. The top honors went to Georgia-Pacific's Aria brand, which is manufactured only in Oregon. [Portland Business Journal 🔒]

Portland Best Thrift Stores

As the weather turns wetter and colder, many of us are going to be looking for new clothes for the season. Jay Flewelling, a self-proclaimed “thrift store junky” and a local comedian, is sharing all his best thrifting tips on where to go, for whatever you’re hoping to find, without having to spend too much. [City Cast Portland 🎧]