🦺 New earthquake advice for old buildings

Lawsuit Over the Blazers

The owners of the Portland Thorns and Portland Fire bid on the Portland Trail Blazers — and are now suing to block the wealthy founders of Panda Express from joining the rival investor group that successfully reached a deal to buy the team. On Monday, RAJ Sports Holding LLC filed a lawsuit in Delaware over a breach of confidentiality. It’s unclear what impact the legal action will have on the sale. [Oregonian]

New Earthquake Advice

Some leading experts say that students (and anyone else) should evacuate from old buildings in the event of an earthquake — rather than the traditional “drop, cover, and hold on.” Major earthquakes are often preceded by a minute of light shaking, says University of Oregon professor emeritus Chris Goldfinger — which should be a sign to evacuate from unreinforced masonry buildings. Most Portland-area schools still have a plan to use the traditional take-cover approach. [Oregonian]

Your Guide to the Fall Arts Scene

The Portland Art Museum is getting a shiny new pavilion. But also there are pro-wrestling-inspired improv comedy, and zinesters at the mall. Here’s what you don’t want to miss in the Portland art world this fall. [City Cast Portland 🎧]

The Willamette River defines the cityscape of Portland — and it also has a major impact on the state. How well do you know the river? (The first question links to a longer quiz. And the answers appear at the end.)