We're talking about the uptick in ticks in Portland, according to Multnomah County health officials, and a proposed 29% electricity rate increase for data centers. Plus, we’re diving into our mailbag to hear from you, our listeners. Joining City Cast Portland host Claudia Meza are Stumptown Savings founder Bryan M. Vance and our very own senior producer, Rachel Monahan.

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Today, we're talking about a record-breaking payout for damage caused by a Portland pothole, the deep cuts in Multnomah County’s $4 billion budget, and Travel Oregon’s new executive director. Joining host Claudia Meza are Willamette Week reporter and author Brianna Wheeler and KBOO news director Althea Billings.

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We're talking about the free shuttle bus service to the Zoo and Forest Park coming this summer, and the major cuts coming to TriMet services and staffing. Plus, we're digging into the best of Albina. Joining City Cast Portland host Claudia Meza are JT Flowers, a TriMet board member and Albina Vision Trust’s government affairs and communications director, and local food reporter and supporter of all things public transit, Alex Frane.

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Portland recycles some of its water, but not as much as Las Vegas, where the water there stays in the city. How else could a desert city possibly have enough water for its year-round tourists, a metro area population of over 2 million, and all those pools? The process just might be grosser than you think. With innovative recycling, strict lawn rules, and infrastructure to monitor it all, Vegas has become a global leader in water reuse. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Las Vegas podcast host Jesse Merrick to learn how the city makes do with what it has and how its practices could save other cities’ water supplies. Plus, are any Las Vegans actually going to the casinos?

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In honor of National Donut Day, we're looking into Portland's reputation as a doughnut town and sharing our favorite — and least favorite — Portland doughnut experiences. Plus, a local spiritual master is on leave after allegations of sexual misconduct, and more reasons to get excited about our new WNBA team, the Portland Fire. Executive producer John Notarianni is joined by Willamette Week City Hall reporter Sophie Peel and Portland Monthly senior editor Rebecca Jacobson.   

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Today, we're talking about Patagonia's fight with a Bend drag queen, Portland Public Schools' new AI handbook, and our utility bills rising yet again. Executive producer John Notarianni is joined by Willamette Week reporter and author Brianna Wheeler and Oregonian education reporter, Julia Silverman.  

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We’re taste testing our way through some of Oregon’s sweetest strawberries, and learning some new fun facts along the way. Like, did you know more than ⁠15 varieties of strawberries⁠ were invented in Oregon? Or that from May through September, we actually become the #4 growing region for strawberries in the country? Joining City Cast Portland host Claudia Meza are OPB “All Things Considered” host and “Superabundant” producer ⁠Crystal Ligori⁠ and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni.

This conversation first aired on June 29, 2023. All comments on produce availability are not relevant to the current season.

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⁠Hood Strawberries⁠

⁠Marys Peak Strawberries⁠

⁠Puget Crimson Strawberries⁠

⁠Albion Strawberries⁠

⁠Superabundant: Strawberry⁠ [OPB]

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We're talking about a new business at PDX airport that's offering a pretty cool perk to investors, the local impact of the Longview chemical plant explosion, and surprising new data about who's actually profiting from SNAP food assistance. Joining City Cast Portland host Claudia Meza are KBOO News Director Althea Billings and our very own senior producer, Giulia Fiaoni.

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Whether you’re enjoying a full week of eating strawberry shortcake or joining in on an LCD Soundsystem–themed group bike ride, June is officially kicking off another perfect Portland summer. And the team at City Cast Portland has picked the top food, entertainment, and community happenings to help you have your best June ever.

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Where would Portland be without its libraries? Chicago is opening its 82nd public library branch in June, and loaning out books is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what these institutions offer residents. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Chicago podcast host Jacoby Cochran about how Chicago’s libraries have evolved to meet community needs, from opening a food pantry inside a branch to turning student IDs into automatic library cards — and how they could be even better. Plus, are the Chicago Bears still the Chicago Bears if they move to Indiana?

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