City Cast Portland
🔍 Oregon Democrats wait-and-see on Trump
November 18, 2024 · — Rachel Monahan
Good morning, Portland! Oregon health officials say there’s a near-record number of whooping cough cases so far this year 💉 They’re suggesting people get vaccinated ahead of holiday gatherings.
What's CITY Talking About?
Extension of Homeless Services Tax
Under a compromise between business and advocacy groups, the metro area homeless services tax could be extended an extra 20 years. The tax rate will gradually be lowered over time while the income that necessitates paying the tax will rise with inflation. Metro area county leaders have yet to approve the deal. [Willamette Week]
Oregon’s Top Democrats Want To Wait-and-See on Trump
Unlike California, where the governor called a special session of the Legislature, Oregon Democrats have had a more muted response to Pres.-elect Trump’s victory. Local Republicans praised that approach, but Democrats say they’re still ready to respond to actual policy changes. [OPB]
Tips for Rainy Hikes
No one likes getting soaked outdoors. But going for a hike in the rain comes with some perks you won’t get at any other time of year. Here are some tips to keep you warm and dry — and some picks for where to go. [City Cast Portland 🎧]
What To Do
Monday, Nov. 18
- 🎶 Motown on Mondays | 7 p.m. to midnight | Free admission | Sunnyside neighborhood
- 📽️ ‘Portrait of a Lady on Fire’ | 7 p.m. | $14 | Hollywood Theater
- 🎵 Duff McKagan | 8 p.m. | $62.21+ | Aladdin Theater
- 🎵 JD McPherson | 8 p.m. | $40.94 | Wonder Ballroom
- 🎵 Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox | 8 p.m. | $60.95+ | Revolution Hall
Tuesday, Nov. 19
- 📽️ ‘Anora’ | 3:45 & 6:45 p.m. (through Thursday) | $10.25+ | Cinema 21
- 📚 Fall Into Oregon Battle of the Books Virtual Event Series (author event for high school students) | 6 p.m. | Free | Online
- 🎵 Duster | 8 p.m. | $40.16 | Revolution Hall
- 🎵🎨 The Sun Ra Arkestra Live! | 8 p.m. (through Thursday) | $45 | Hollywood Theatre
🎭 Tickets to “Hamilton” go on sale today at 10 a.m. The Tony-winning musical is returning to the Keller in March.
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