Portland Set for MXPDX Festival: A Celebration of Oregon-Mexico Culture and Craft Beer
PORTLAND, Ore. – A new cultural exchange is poised to debut in Portland, bringing together the vibrant traditions and burgeoning…
Author: Ben Hardy
Hello, I'm Ben Hardy, a dedicated journalist for Willamette Weekly in Portland, Oregon. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Southern California and a Master's degree from Stanford University, where I specialized in multimedia storytelling and data journalism. At 28, I'm passionate about uncovering stories that matter to our community, from investigative pieces to features on Portland's unique culture. In my free time, I love exploring the city, attending local music events, and enjoying a good book at a cozy coffee shop. Thank you for reading my work and engaging with the stories that shape our vibrant community.
THC Therapeutics Expands Oregon Footprint with Strategic Acquisition of Iconic SugarTop Buddery in $3M Deal
Las Vegas, NV – THC Therapeutics, Inc. (“THCT”), operating under the ticker OTC: THCT and focusing strategically on the burgeoning…
Trump Slaps New Tariffs on 14 Economies, Warns Against Retaliation
Trump Imposes Sweeping New Tariffs WASHINGTON – U.S. President Donald Trump on July 7, 2025, unveiled a significant expansion of…
Black Rock Coffee Bar Introduces High-Protein Egg Bites Across US Locations
PORTLAND, Ore. – Black Rock Coffee Bar, the popular coffee chain founded in Portland, Oregon, known for its distinctive drive-thru…
Parallel Parking Skills Tested in Southeast Portland Competition
On June 28, 2025, a parallel parking competition drew dozens of participants and spectators to Southeast Portland. The event, organized…
Mango Marks 50-Store Milestone in U.S. with Oregon Expansion and Robust Financial Growth
Mango’s U.S. Expansion Continues with Oregon Opening and Strong Financial Results Spanish fashion retailer Mango is continuing its aggressive expansion…
AI’s Medical Blind Spot: Study Reveals How Irrelevant Patient Data Skews Treatment Advice
The integration of artificial intelligence, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), into healthcare holds immense promise for improving diagnostics, streamlining administrative…
Oregon Democrats Race Against Clock to Rework Ambitious $14.6 Billion Transportation Tax Bill
SALEM, Ore. – With the legislative session’s mandatory adjournment deadline of June 29 rapidly approaching, Oregon Democrats are engaged in…
Oregon’s Ambitious $14.6 Billion Transportation Plan Advances to House Amid Legislative Divide
PORTLAND, Ore. – A significant legislative effort to fund substantial upgrades to Oregon’s transportation infrastructure cleared a key hurdle on…
Global Rhythms Converge: Top International Music Collaborations Defining 2025 So Far
As World Music Day arrived on June 21, 2025, the global music landscape continued to showcase a vibrant trend of…