The DMV In Hot Water, the Police Chief’s Memo, and the County’s Broken Promises

Today on City Cast Portland, we’re talking about Multnomah County bailing on promises made to the city, the dozens of wrongful convictions in Clackamas and Washington counties caused by Oregon DMVs, and how Portland’s police chief is asking his officers to stop talking smack about the district attorney. Joining host Claudia Meza today are Willamette Week City Hall reporter Sophie Peel and our very own audio producer, Giulia Fiaoni . Stories discussed in today’s episode: Portland police chief to city cops: Stop telling residents DA Mike Schmidt won’t prosecute crimes [Oregonian] Multnomah County leaders drop ball on helping Portland launch well-run mass outdoor shelter for homeless [Oregonian] Dozens more wrongful convictions uncovered as Oregon DAs review suspended license cases [Oregonian] 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 .