Portland Pride about 'living our lives with joy' amid 'amped up security'

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Amid what federal law enforcement is calling "A heightened threat environment during the 2024 Pride Month" nationwide, Portland organizers are making sure safety is a top priority one day ahead of the Rose City's festival celebrating the LGBTQ+ community.

People running the Portland Pride Waterfront Festival and Parade have been setting up since Wednesday in preparation of 250 vendors and exhibitors who will be part of the celebrations.

Activist...