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In today's newsletter:

  • Which Portland parks will be glowing with peak fall color in 2026?
  • Parking near PDX? One traveler's costly break-in raises serious questions.
  • What will KXL and KOIN‑6's new partnership change for Portland news?

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Cloudy with a passing shower, with a high of 69 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly cloudy and comfortable, temps: high: 72, low: 51.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 7 Best Places to See Fall Colors in Portland (portlandlivingonthecheap.com) — If you love fall color in Portland, late October through early November 2026 should be your prime window to explore local spots like Forest Park, Hoyt Arboretum, Laurelhurst Park and Leach Botanical Garden. The guide breaks down costs, parking tips and exact locations so you can plan free or low-cost leaf‑peeping walks, picnics and scenic viewpoints around town.
   

2. Woman recounts expensive break-in after leaving car in extended stay parking near PDX (koin.com) — A Portland woman is warning others after her car was broken into and thousands of dollars in belongings were stolen while it sat in extended-stay parking at a hotel near Portland International Airport. She says the hotel offered little help, police confirmed the damage and theft, and she's now urging other Portland travelers using long-term parking near PDX to be cautious.
   

3. Portland OR Radio: KXL Partners With KOIN-6 For News Coverage (blogspot.com) — Two major Portland outlets, FM News 101 KXL and KOIN‑6, are teaming up to share reporters, weather coverage and community stories across radio, TV and digital platforms. For local listeners and viewers, that means more KOIN‑sourced breaking news and weather updates airing on KXL as the station approaches its 100th anniversary, while KOIN‑6 gains broader reach in cars and on audio apps.
   

4. Portland is one of the best foodie cities in US, according to WalletHub (koin.com) — Portland just earned the No. 2 spot on WalletHub's 2026 list of best foodie cities in America, ranking first for affordable access to highly rated restaurants and for breweries and wineries per capita. The city also scores well for restaurant density and remains WalletHub's top pick for vegetarian and vegan diets, underscoring how diverse and accessible the local food scene has become.
   

5. Universal Changing Table Helps Children 'Advocate With Dignity' (disabilityscoop.com) — Families in Portland who rely on universal changing tables now have better options at the Oregon Zoo and Portland International Airport, where four permanent stations are planned soon. A new powered table at the Salem Capitol, won by parent advocates including Portlanders, means children and adults with severe disabilities can finally participate in lobbying with more privacy and dignity.
   

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  • Portland Is the Most Anxious Major U.S. Market Surveyed When Facing Uncertainty —Northwestern Mutual - Portland Read on Patch
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    I hope everyone has an amazing day. You deserve it (Nextdoor Madison South)
  • Participated in the first Portland Promenade ~ 11 mile trek across the city!
    We started at Luuwit View Park. End of the walk was to Pioneer Courthouse Square. We then retraced our steps to Midtown Beer Garden where we had a… (Nextdoor Concordia South)
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