Oregon considers abolishing electoral college
A bill to abolish the electoral college in presidential elections has strong support in the Oregon Legislature.
Wilsonville building activity increases
Wilsonville reported a second consecutive year of increased building activity.
Oregonians get millions in foreclosure relief
5,890 Oregonians received part of a $45.8 billion nationwide mortgage-abuse settlement.
Thin snowpack in much of West portends continued drought
New York Times: After last year’s extreme drought and destructive wildfires, Western farmers and ranchers hoped for heavy snows this winter, but so far they have been disappointed.
Genentech property tax change affects Hillsboro
Genentech successfully appealed its property taxes at its Hillsboro facility, which means the city’s general fund will take a hit.
Portland chefs nominated for James Beard Awards
Twelve Portland chefs and two restaurants are nominated for James Beard Awards.
Craft3, Goldman Sachs to help rural businesses
Craft3 and Goldman Sachs plan to give out $5.5 million in small business loans in rural Oregon and Washington.
Oregon aims to double STEM college degrees
As part of Oregon’s efforts to double the number of college degrees in science, technology, engineering and math by 2030, The University of Oregon and Arcimoto teamed up to host Lane County educators.
Pepsi vanishes in Thailand
Reuters.com: The day after PepsiCo Inc’s bottling deal in Thailand expired, its partner of 59 years launched its own soft drink that has knocked Pepsi off store shelves.
Deadly winter storm pounds Midwest
Cbsnews.com: Residents from Texas to Wisconsin are digging out from a major snow storm that is being blamed for two deaths and has shuttered airports, and cancelled flights.