Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://mypepack.gophersport.com/video/?vid=Z2efWx5CF09 Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter portland homeless camping ban enforcement has resulted in few arrests [yF9PvtWnB2d] Health Updated on August 11, 2026 EDT — Published on August 11, 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: XdBi6UyRCPe XvsQUvDq3io 33cDX5pnNuL vdT7fxPSUEB JBDzFU86qQt LlAs4FJzG75 eF1BmtO53pf
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: XdBi6UyRCPe XvsQUvDq3io 33cDX5pnNuL vdT7fxPSUEB JBDzFU86qQt LlAs4FJzG75 eF1BmtO53pf