Equity Development Lab News Today

Portland voters may be surprised by a shorter ballot for the May 21 primary elections. What they won’t find is any information about mayoral or city council candidates: The voter-approved change to city charter includes ranked-choice voting, which means these candidates will only appear on the November general election ballot.

In a city known for its DIY sensibilities, many Black creators have struggled to find welcoming and affordable studio space. Cyrus Coleman and Adewale Agboola are changing that with the opening of a 20,000-square-foot venue they envision as “the creative soul of Old Town.”