Portland's BIPOC Cannabis Shops, REI’s Closure, and Police Moonlighting

Today we’re talking about how to support BIPOC cannabis businesses, why REI is leaving the city, and how a Portland police officer lost his job — twice. It’s our weekly news roundup with host Claudia Meza, Willamette Week’s “Dive” podcast host and “ Potlander ” column author Brianna Wheeler, and our very own lead producer, John Notarianni. Stories discussed in today’s episode: https://www.wweek.com/cannabis/2023/04/19/a-guide-to-bipoc-businesses-and-nonprofits-for-the-socially-conscious-stoner/ https://oregonbusiness.com/rei-announces-closure-of-portland-store/ https://www.wweek.com/news/2023/04/19/a-portland-police-officer-was-on-patrol-duty-in-another-state-for-months-nobody-noticed/ 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 . Still want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland , and be sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram . Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise .