Portland is the primary media center for Oregon, with major newspapers, television stations, radio outlets, and independent digital media.
## Newspapers and print media - **The Oregonian** is the city’s major daily newspaper and one of the most influential news organizations in the state. - **Willamette Week** is a prominent alternative weekly/news publication known for local politics, arts, dining, and investigative reporting. - Neighborhood and niche publications have also played important roles over time.
## Television Portland is a major U.S. television market served by local affiliates of national networks, including: - **KATU** (ABC) - **KGW** (NBC) - **KOIN** (CBS) - **KPTV** (Fox) - **KRCW** (CW) - **OPB** and **PBS** services for public television audiences
## Radio - **Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB)** is a major source of public radio news and cultural programming. - Portland has commercial music, talk, sports, and community radio stations across FM and AM bands. - College and independent stations contribute to local music and civic coverage.
## Digital and independent media - Portland supports online outlets focused on urbanism, politics, transportation, culture, and neighborhood issues. - Podcasts, independent newsletters, and nonprofit journalism have become increasingly important in the city’s media ecosystem.