Kitzhaber signs three energy bills
Gov. John Kitzhaber signed three pieces of energy legislation that drew broad support.
Home prices post record rise
Home prices are rising at record rates due to a small supply and slow construction on new homes.
Most Americans unhappy at work
CBS: Only 30 percent of American employees feel engaged or inspired at their jobs and the majority feel uninspired.
Chinese workers hold U.S. boss in factory
BBC: Workers at a factory in Beijing have prevented their US boss from leaving for five days over a dispute.
Twinkies returning July 15
Los Angeles Times: Twinkies are making a comeback on July 15.
Oregon families still struggling
Oregon’s children and families are still in economic stress despite the improving economy, a new report shows.
Permit requirements could end Last Thursday
The future of Portland’s Last Thursday event is unknown as the nonprofit that runs it announced plans to step down.
UO police to begin carrying guns
University of Oregon police officers will carry guns beginning in the fall.
Portland homeless affecting tourism
Portland’s image is being damaged by the number of homeless people in the urban core, tourism experts say.
Fewer Oregon residents working
A smaller percentage of residents will actually be working in Oregon in the coming years, a new report says.