Fighting Over the Salmon Protections, Mass Layoffs, and Why Oregon Gas Just Got More Expensive

Today, we're discussing costly Oregon gas prices, whether the mass layoffs in our region indicate another great recession, our state’s legal battle with the federal government over the historic Columbia River agreement, and so much more. Joining host Claudia Meza on this midweek roundup is our very own executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in Today's Episode: Oregon Gasoline Prices Soar Due to Major Pipeline Outage [OPB] Oregon Mass Layoffs Approach Great Recession Levels [Oregonian] Oregon Resumes Legal Battle After Trump Administration Abandons Historic Columbia River Agreement [Oregonian] Vendor Arrested at Oregon Flea Market; Over $200,000 in Stolen Goods Uncovered [KATU] Multnomah County Slashes Animal Adoption Fees, Asks for Help Making Room in Shelters [Oregonian] Portland Neighborhood Flag Project [City of Portland] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here . Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm , or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448 . Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland , and be sure to follow us on Instagram . Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise . If you enjoyed this interview with Gary Lenett, the Founder and CEO of DUER, learn more here Learn more about the sponsors of this September 17th episode: pFriem Family Brewers Window Nation DUER - Mention code CCPDX for 15% of Visit Walla Walla HUEL - Save 15% with code PORTLAND Cascadia Getaways