How Safe is the MAX? Plus, PSU Protests’ Aftermath and a Scaled-Back Camping Ban City Cast Portland

Today on City Cast Portland, we’re talking about the safety issues facing Portland’s transit system, the aftermath of the PSU ceasefire protests, and the city camping ban that has been officially approved after many iterations. Joining executive producer John Notarianni on this week’s Friday news roundup are Portland Mercury news reporter Taylor Griggs and our very own producer, Giulia Fiaoni.
Discussed on Today’s Episode:


STREET VIEW: Public Transit Safety Concerns Deserve a Thoughtful Response [Portland Mercury] 


Students in Oregon and Across U.S. Call for Divestment. It’s Not So Simple. [Oregonian] 


Posts Called for Targeted Vandalism, Violence During Portland State University Protests, Police Say [KGW] 


PSU Requests Portland Police Help in Clearing Library Occupied by Student Protesters [Oregonian]


Portland Mayor’s Scaled-Back Homeless Camping Ban Approved, Enforcement Can Begin Immediately [Oregonian]


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