The End of Portland’s Political Billboard Trolls, Oregon’s Poverty Rate, and In-N-Out Hype

Today on City Cast Portland, we’re talking about the latest research into Oregon’s income disparities, the famous burger shop causing controversy in Beaverton, and the dark money political group that’s calling it quits. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week’s Friday news roundup are Oregonian business and technology reporter Mike Rogoway and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in Today’s Episode: Oregon Poverty Remains Relatively Low Overall – but Higher for Some Groups, and in Some Places [Oregonian🔒] Portland-Area In-N-Out Plans Were Approved (Again); Here’s What We Know [Oregonian🔒] Vote for the Best Burger in the Portland Area: The Oregonian’s Readers Choice Awards [Oregonian] Controversial Dark Money Group, People For Portland, Dissolves Amid State Elections Investigation [Portland Mercury] Our fall campaign is happening now! It takes a lot to keep City Cast Portland and Hey Portland running strong. Your membership helps us cover the cost of bringing you the local stories you care about. If you believe in what we do, become a member of City Cast Portland today. Every member makes a difference! 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 . Learn more about the sponsor of this October 4th episode: Paint Care City Club of Portland