Why ICE Called 911, Kotek's Muddled Data Center Plan, and Portland's Biggest ‘Survivor’ Fans
Today on City Cast Portland we’re looking into a troubling 911 call from an ICE officer, Gov Kotek’s confusing stance on data centers, and a group that hosts real life seasons of “Survivor” right here in Portland. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week’s Friday news roundup are Stumptown Savings founder, Bryan M. Vance and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni.
Discussed in today's episode:
- Armed ICE Officer in Portland Called 911 During Confrontation [OPB]
- Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek: Pace of Data Center Growth ‘Is Not Sustainable’ [Oregonian]
- This Group Hosts a Real-Life Version of Survivor in Portland [Portland Mercury]
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