🦠 More measles cases in the Portland area

‘Off Track’ on Arena Deal

At a Tuesday press conference, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said negotiations between the city and the Trail Blazers “seems to have gone off track.” But Silver didn’t conclusively answer a question about whether the proposed $120 million commitment from City Council would be enough to keep the team here: “There are several open issues that still need to be resolved." [Willamette Week]

3 New Sites of Potential Measles Exposure

Anyone who recently visited three Providence Health locations during the specific times listed here may have been exposed to measles and should reach out to a health care provider.

[OPB]

• Related: There have been 27 confirmed cases of measles in Oregon so far this year, with one hospitalization. [Oregon Health Authority]

Deflection Program Still a Work in Progress

There are still some weaknesses in Multnomah County’s program to divert people arrested for drug possession out of the criminal justice system. Even after recent changes, the deflection program is only helping a small number of people. Still, more are completing the program. [City Cast Portland 🎧]

Each week, we feature favorite local spots and organizations picked by City Cast Portland Neighbors. It’s a member benefit, but it’s also a great way to get to know our city:

• “Shoutout to Rough Cuts on Northwest 21st Ave, coming up on their 100th birthday in Northwest PDX. Veronica, the owner, is the best and nicest barber in town!” — Cormac B.
• “The Rockwood Market Hall! It's right on the MAX Blue Line towards Gresham and wow is it a flourishing space. It's a true melting pot of so many cultures and food with 15+ vendors, markets, cultural events, and a water playground. The community really comes together to make this a very special place in our city.” — Nathan B.-R.
• “I want to send some love to Belmont Books (3415 SE Belmont St.), a little shop with a lot of heart. Books fight fascism just sayin....” — Sandra W.

Become a City Cast Portland Neighbor today to share your own shoutout in this newsletter and on the podcast!