Isabella Garcia

Isabella Garcia

Isabella Garcia is the News Editor for the Portland Mercury. She covers City Hall, transportation, the environment, breaking news, and more.

Election 2022 Oct 27 1:20 PM

Oregon Judge Clears Rene Gonzalez of Historic Elections Fine

The case hinged on whether $250 per month is a fair market price for downtown office space.

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Transportation Oct 19 1:28 PM

Portland to Lower Speed Limit Around Cleveland High School and Return Bike Boxes to SE 26th

The city is also requesting the state transportation agency create School Speed Zones around all schools on state-owned streets.

Transportation Oct 18 5:40 PM

Portland City Council to Consider Lowering Speed Limit on SE Powell Near Cleveland High School

The proposal would create "School Speed Zones" around all schools on state-owned highways.

Election 2022 Oct 17 1:15 PM

Tuesday, October 18, is the Last Day to Register to Vote

Voters are encouraged to make any changes to their voter information by October 18.

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News Oct 13 3:40 PM

Multnomah County District Attorney Announces “Immigration Neutral” Prosecution Policies

The policies would mitigate disproportionate impacts of the criminal justice system on noncitizens without creating more lenient sentences, DA says.

Coronavirus Oct 13 11:54 AM

Oregonians 5 and Older Eligible for Latest COVID-19 Booster Shots

Youth can start receiving bivalent boosters as early as Thursday.

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Transportation Oct 12 2:08 PM

TriMet Seeks Public Input on Pandemic-Related Bus Service Changes

The changes could ramp up frequent service and expand transit access to underserved areas.

Transportation Oct 7 10:12 AM

Fatal Crash Spurs Renewed Calls for Transportation Safety Changes on SE Powell

SE Powell Blvd. is one of over a dozen state-owned highways in the Portland metro area.

News Oct 6 10:30 AM

Transgender and Nonbinary Portlanders are Often Misgendered by Death Certificates, Officials Find

Epidemiologists from the Portland metro region are calling for a change to national standards.

News Oct 3 4:02 PM

Portland Approves Zenith Proposal for Renewable Fuels Operations

The proposal could lead to the end of Zenith’s ongoing legal battle with the city.

Environment Oct 3 11:54 AM

Zenith Seeks Compromise with Portland Amid Legal Challenge

The company will commit to renewable fuels operations if the city grants operational permits for the facility.