The article discusses various local news updates for Portland, including an essential call for support for local journalism from The Mercury. It highlights Portland State University's recent decision to rescind conduct violation penalties against students amid political pressure from a city councilor. Additionally, it mentions pending legislation in Oregon aimed at reinforcing businesses' obligations to accept cash payments. The piece concludes with news of Portland Public Schools settling a sexual harassment lawsuit involving a teacher and male students, underscoring ongoing challenges in the education system.
In Local News: * Funny timing: Portland State University says City Councilor Mitch Green's recent public comments had no bearing on its decision to drop conduct violation penalties against students.
Oregon actually requires most businesses to accept cash... A bill making its way through the Oregon Legislature would build on that 2022 law by requiring the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) to launch a public education campaign.
Portland Public Schools recently settled a lawsuit with a teacher who sued over alleged repeated sexual harassment from male students.
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