Obama pardons 17 felons
New York Times: President Obama issued pardons to 17 felons, the first of his second term.
Oregon economy rises for fourth month
Oregon’s economic outlook improved in January for the fourth month in a row.
Portland college-educated workers depress area’s earning power
Portland’s young college-educated men tend to choose majors, careers and work hours that lead to low pay.
ClearEdge gets $36M in financing
Hillsboro’s ClearEdge Power landed a $36 million funding round to help expand sales activities.
Port of Morrow economy strengthening
A Lamb Weston plant expansion, Tillamook County Creamery plant construction and Calbee Foods plant expansion are all contributing to a strengthening economy at the Port of Morrow in Eastern Oregon.
Oregon car insurance cheaper than most of U.S.
The average cost of car insurance in Oregon is $1,387, 8% lower than the national average of $1,510.
Portland startup enables Facebook purchases
Portland startup Chirpify expanded its online commerce technology to Facebook. It offers a similar service on Twitter and Instagram.
TriMet tests new ticketing system
TriMet is testing new ticketing machines for its buses that make higher-quality two-hour tickets and day passes.
Senate considers extending timber payments
A Senate committee is considering extending county timber payments for another year.
Lululemon recalls see-through pants
CNN.com: The athletic company announces a large recall of black yoga pants that were unintentionally see-through.