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Federal Judge Limits Tear Gas Use at Portland ICE Protests
Ruling aims to address tensions between demonstrators and law enforcement over immigration policies and civil rights.

Federal Judge Limits Crowd Control Tactics at Portland ICE Facility
Ruling requires federal officers to identify themselves and prohibits use of tear gas, other chemical weapons against nonviolent protesters
Federal Judge Limits Tear Gas Use Near Portland ICE Facility
Ruling protects nearby affordable housing residents from chemical munitions exposure
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Mar. 7, 2026
Federal Judge Limits Tear Gas Use Near Portland ICE Building
Ruling comes after residents of nearby affordable housing complex sued over repeated exposure to chemical munitions.
Mar. 5, 2026
Oregon Senate Passes Bill to Penalize Landlords for Divulging Tenant Citizenship Status
The legislation aims to strengthen existing protections for immigrants without permanent legal status in the state.
Feb. 28, 2026
Salem-Keizer students lead walkout, rally over immigrant rights at Oregon Capitol
Local students called on legislators, district officials to enhance protections for immigrant students and families.
Feb. 28, 2026
Portland Residents Raise Concerns Over ICE Tactics
Critics argue ICE actions resemble 'abduction' rather than lawful arrests.
Feb. 22, 2026
Oregon Father Dies of Pneumonia After ICE Detention and Deportation, Family Says
Eric Martin San Juan blames ICE for his father Paulino Martin San Pedro's death, saying he 'threw my dad out like an animal'
Feb. 22, 2026
Affordable Housing Tenants Sue Over Tear Gas From ICE Protests
Residents of Portland complex say chemical munitions have sickened them and confined them to their homes.
Feb. 18, 2026
UO Students Protest for ICE Alerts and Latino Cultural Center
Protesters demand university take action to support undocumented immigrant students
Feb. 18, 2026
Federal Agents Clash with Protesters at Portland ICE Facility
Demonstrators gathered at the ICE facility in South Portland during a Presidents Day protest.
Feb. 18, 2026
Portland Pizza Restaurant Sparks Backlash Over Anti-ICE Propaganda
Tastebud's website note declaring 'food is political' draws criticism for mixing politics with dining experience
Feb. 14, 2026
Affordable Housing Residents Near Portland ICE Building Seek Limits on Federal Tear Gas Use
Tenants file lawsuit after repeated exposure to chemical munitions during protests at nearby immigration facility
Feb. 14, 2026
Affordable Housing Residents Near Portland ICE Building Seek Limits on Federal Tear Gas Use
Tenants file lawsuit against federal government over repeated exposure to chemical munitions
Feb. 14, 2026
US Citizen Recounts 'Trauma' of Mistaken ICE Encounter
Salem woman suffered injuries after being pulled from her car by federal agents who later discovered she was a citizen.
Feb. 14, 2026
Affordable Housing Residents Near Portland ICE Building Seek Limits on Federal Tear Gas Use
Tenants file lawsuit against federal government over repeated exposure to chemical munitions during protests
Feb. 13, 2026
Teachers Describe Immigration Enforcement's Impact on Classrooms
Educators share how Trump administration policy has disrupted learning for immigrant students
Feb. 13, 2026
Teachers Describe Immigration Enforcement's Impact on Classrooms
Educators share how Trump administration policy has disrupted schools and student lives
Feb. 13, 2026
Portland Affordable Housing Residents Sue Feds Over Tear Gas Exposure
Residents say tear gas from nearby ICE building has sickened them and contaminated their homes.
Feb. 13, 2026
Teachers Describe Immigration Enforcement's Impact on Classrooms
Educators share testimonials on how Trump administration's policies have disrupted learning and frightened families
Feb. 13, 2026
South Eugene High Students Rally Against ICE Actions
Student-led protest on Willamette Street calls for change on immigration policies
Feb. 13, 2026
Teachers Describe Immigration Enforcement's Impact on Classrooms in Challenge of Trump Policy
Educators across the U.S. detail how Trump's immigration crackdown has disrupted learning and frightened families.
Feb. 12, 2026
Central Oregon Latinos Urge Legislature to Protect Immigrant Communities
The Latino Community Association will advocate for the Immigrant Justice Package in Salem this week.