Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://mypepack.gophersport.com/video/?vid=YYX2J3ekszm Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter portland homeless camping ban enforcement has resulted in few arrests [xZbu5ODMKj6] Health Updated on August 07, 2026 EDT — Published on August 07, 2026 EDT Since July 2024, the city of Portland has ostensibly been enforcing its latest prohibited camping ordinance, up to and including arrest for individuals who are offered available shelter and refuse to take it. Violations could result in fines and jail time. But according to city data, less than 10 people have been arrested under this ordinance since enforcement began. Tonight, we're speaking with some people who want to see that enforcement stepped up, and others who believe it's an unnecessarily harsh treatment for an already vulnerable group. Get the full story tonight at 6:30 on KGW, or download the KGW+ app now on Roku, Apple TV or Amazon Fire TV to find The Story on demand. #thestorykgw Watch more The Story videos: Follow The Story on Twitter: Follow The Story on Instagram: 9eHOCHnz9jX 30rfTnMQBDN j7TXlDcznEz OzLR0dl58uB vBXjiT2a0su rdT4Hd8RCmh 75XzGZPBwgT
Since July 2024, the city of Portland has ostensibly been enforcing its latest prohibited camping ordinance, up to and including arrest for individuals who are offered available shelter and refuse to take it. Violations could result in fines and jail time. But according to city data, less than 10 people have been arrested under this ordinance since enforcement began. Tonight, we're speaking with some people who want to see that enforcement stepped up, and others who believe it's an unnecessarily harsh treatment for an already vulnerable group. Get the full story tonight at 6:30 on KGW, or download the KGW+ app now on Roku, Apple TV or Amazon Fire TV to find The Story on demand. #thestorykgw Watch more The Story videos: Follow The Story on Twitter: Follow The Story on Instagram: 9eHOCHnz9jX 30rfTnMQBDN j7TXlDcznEz OzLR0dl58uB vBXjiT2a0su rdT4Hd8RCmh 75XzGZPBwgT