Ken Boddie

Portland

Emmy Award-winning News Reporter, Anchor , Portland Trailblazer fan, Buffalo Bills fan, Portlander from Rochester, New York

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The Oregonian's Therese Bottomly talks the future of the paper in changing times

5 days ago | koin.com | Ken Boddie |Jenna Deml

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — It’s a challenging time for newspapers across the country. For our newspaper of record, The Oregonian, it’s no different. Founded in 1850 by publisher and editor Thomas Dryer, the Oregonian was the first daily newspaper in the Pacific Northwest. It is the oldest continuously published newspaper on the West Coast. Over the years it has received numerous awards for journalistic excellence, including Pulitzer Prizes for journalistic excellence.
Jordan Schnitzer on how Trump tariffs are impacting Oregon's businesses

5 days ago | koin.com | Ken Boddie |Jenna Deml

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Real estate developer, arts patron, philanthropist. These are just three of the many hats worn by Jordan Schnitzer. Schnitzer returned to Eye on Northwest Politics this week, sharing his thoughts on big pieces of real estate up for sale in downtown Portland, the loss of a major Oregon headquarters, concern over the tax and regulatory climate in Oregon, as well as the impact of President Trump’s trade war. Watch the full interview in the video above.
Multnomah County DA Vasquez on final city budget, prosecuting protesters

1 week ago | koin.com | Ken Boddie |Jenna Deml

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Multnomah County approved its $4 billion budget on Thursday. It included $290,000 in cuts to the District Attorney’s Office, which is not as deep as originally proposed. This comes as a relief as DA Nathan Vasquez now focuses on challenges both here and nationally. But with the county’s emphasis on public safety — and the overall political climate — where does the DA’s office stand now?
New documentary explores Portland's first ranked-choice voting experience

1 week ago | koin.com | Ken Boddie |Jenna Deml

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A new documentary looks back on Portland’s first experience with ranked-choice voting. Eye on Northwest Politics participated in the film, titled “The Choice,” which primarily followed two candidates, activist Candace Avalos and Portland police officer Eli Arnold. Producer Lisa Erspamer and director Sam Mirpoorian joined Eye on Northwest Politics to discuss why they focused on the topic of ranked-choice voting and what they learned.
New documentary explores Portland’s first ranked-choice voting experience

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Ken Boddie

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A new documentary looks back on Portland’s first experience with ranked-choice voting. Eye on Northwest Politics participated in the film, titled “The Choice,” which primarily followed two candidates, activist Candace Avalos and Portland police officer Eli Arnold. Producer Lisa Erspamer and director Sam Mirpoorian joined Eye on Northwest Politics to discuss why they focused on the topic of ranked-choice voting and what they learned.
OPINION: Portland’s historic Albina settlement should be just the start to ‘restore dignity’

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Ken Boddie

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Portland City Council recently approved an $8.5 million settlement for Black families and descendants displaced by urban renewal in the Albina neighborhood in the 1960s. That’s $6.5 million more than initially proposed for 26 individuals. In this week’s “Give Me a Minute,” Portland City Councilor Loretta Smith – who proposed the increase – says this settlement should be just a start. AdvertisementAdvertisementWatch the full video in the player above.
OPINION: Portland’s historic Albina settlement should be just the start to ‘restore dignity’

1 week ago | koin.com | Ken Boddie

Posted: Jun 15, 2025 / 09:25 AM PDT Updated: Jun 13, 2025 / 01:25 PM PDT SHARE PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Portland City Council recently approved an $8.5 million settlement for Black families and descendants displaced by urban renewal in the Albina neighborhood in the 1960s. That’s $6.5 million more than initially proposed for 26 individuals.
Chief Day talks PPB budget and potential cuts

2 weeks ago | koin.com | Ken Boddie

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Portland’s police chief is fighting for more funding from City Hall ahead of proposed budget cuts. During his sit down on Eye on Northwest Politics, Portland police Chief Bob Day weighed in on City Council budget discussions, which has tentatively approved a $8.5 billion city budget with one topic seeing pushback from different sides: Moving $2 million to either police or parks.
Columbia Sportswear CEO talks tariffs, Portland's recovery

2 weeks ago | koin.com | Ken Boddie

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — One of Oregon’s few billionaires is speaking out about how the Trump administration’s tariffs are impacting his business. Columbia Sportswear CEO Tim Boyle says his company’s products contain “many, many costs,” including fabric and the cost of getting the products to the U.S.“We’re used to paying tariffs,” Boyle said, noting that in 2024, his company was ranked as the 81st largest duty-paying company in the U.S., adding “We’re not the 81st largest company.
Oregon Senate President gives update as legislative session nears finish line

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Ken Boddie

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Oregon lawmakers have a lot to decide before the 83rd legislative session ends on June 29. From homeless funding to potential Medicaid cuts to talk of changing Oregon’s kicker and more. Oregon Senate President Rob Wagner (D-Lake Oswego) brought an update on this week’s Eye on Northwest Politics, detailing how the legislature intends to navigate a shrinking general fund, trade uncertainty, school districts needing help and other issues.