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Why a Third of Portland's Shelter Beds Are Vanishing. Plus, Oregon's Shadiest Sheriff, and a Burlesque Tribute to Dolly Parton
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- City Cast Portland
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- Aug 27, 2026
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- 1859
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Summary
We’re talking about why Portland area leaders are undoing a homeless shelter system they just developed — as well as the surprising and historic unanimous vote to expel a County Sheriff. Joining host Claudia Meza are Oregonian homelessness and mental health reporter Lillian Mongeau Hughes and Willamette Week reporter and author Brianna Wheeler. Discussed in today's episode: Portland area leaders are dismantling a third of the homeless shelter system they just built [Oregonian] A photographer, chef and artist went from ‘living the high life’ to sleeping on a cardboard box [Oregonian] ‘There’s hope out there,’ formerly homeless woman wants others like her to know [Oregonian] After a life spent largely on the streets, Portland shelter offered her stability [Oregonian] Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association Votes to Expel Curry County Sheriff John Ward [Oregon Journalism Project] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter 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 sponsors of this August 27th episode: Rose City Comic Con Northwest Children's Theater - Use code SUMMERSALE for 20% off tickets Stacked Piercing - Take 20% off your first booking with code CITYCAST20 Montavilla Jazz Grand Central Bakery