Portland Mayor Mark Dion discussed the recent city council meeting on a moratorium on new concert venues, specifically targeting Live Nation. Dion emphasized that Live Nation had met all planning standards and should have been granted their permit. He criticized the economic study proposed by some councilors, arguing it was irrelevant and would harm future development. Dion highlighted the potential economic benefits of the venue, including increased tourism and support for the local music scene. He expressed disappointment in the council’s decision, which he believes will deter future development in Portland.
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell formed Thursday in the Pacific Ocean, both of which were expected to become hurricanes in the next few days, the National Hurricane Center said.
A new study suggests that El Ninos — the natural climatic chaos agent that pops up periodically and spikes global temperatures — are getting stronger because of human-caused climate change.
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia.
