The Local
Your daily dose of local news and democracy with a focus on Portland, Oregon. The Local is a production of XRAY FM as part of its mission to amplify the voices of its community and deliver locally-sourced, independent journalism.
Holding Back the River
Today on The Local: The Quick Six news headlines! Start your day informed! Then, a conversation with Tyler J Kelley, author of "Holding Back the River". Tyler talks about the importance of protecting our rivers, and what that looks like nationally and locally. We'll be on summer break next week, but stay tuned for more soon!
Supporting Vendors in the Heat Wave
Emily's here with the Quick Six - minimum wage increases, states of emergencies! Then, Street Roots' vendor liaison Tina Drake talks about the recent heatwave, and how we can support vendors who can't be outside during the intense weather.
The Future of Water
Today, on The Local: We've got Emily with the Quick Six! Then, an interview with Cheyenne Holliday and Vivianne Satterfield of Oregon Water Futures.
Keeping Oregon Accountable: Oregon League of Conservation Voters
Today on The Local: Emily's here with the Quick Six! Then, a conversation with Julia DeGraw, coalition director of the Oregon League of Conservation Voters.
New Guidelines for Clearing Houseless Encampments
Today on The Local:Emily has the Quick Six news headlines!Then, Ambush talks with Portland Mercury news editor Alex Zielinski about what new city guidelines for clearing houseless encampments will look like on the ground.
Local Bookstores In Portland
Today on The Local: It's Emily on the Quick Six! Then, a conversation with Street Roots' executive editor Joanne Zoule with summer reading recommendations and some favorite local bookstores. XRAY FM would like listeners to know about Multnomah County Cooling Centers! Multnomah County will open cooling centers from 1 to 9 pm beginning Friday, June 25, and extend through at least Monday, June 28, providing a cool place for people in need. Anyone that needs transportation assistance to get to a cooling center can dial 2 1 1.Find Cooling Centers at the Oregon Convention Center, located at 777 Northeast M L K.The Sunrise Center at 18901...
Memorializing Block 14
On today's The Local: Emily brings the quick six headlines this morning! Then, we hear from Nicole Lewis about memorializing the oft-marginalized residents of Lone Fir Cemetery's Block 14.
Portland Summer by Bike
Today on The Local:Emily's here and she's brought the Quick Six!Then, a conversation with Jonathan Maus about enjoying Portland from a bike. Tips, tricks, and suggestions!
The End of the Eviction Moritorium
It's our 300th episode!Emily has the Quick Six news headlines, and then Ambush talks with Alex Zielinski about the eviction moratorium, which ends at the end of the month. Help us make another 300 episodes and become a member at xray.fm/donate!
Guild Lakes Area: A Reckoning
On today's The Local: Emily has the Quick Six headlines - good news about unemployment, vaccinations, and lagerbier. Then, we're joined by Brian Oaster to talk about the history and future of the Guild's Lake Area in NW Portland.
