Electricians, not longshoremen, get Port jobs
The National Labor Relations Board decided that union electricians, not longshoremen, are entitled to two jobs at the center of the recent dispute.
USDA buys meat from drought-stricken ranchers
The USDA will use $170 million to buy meat from ranchers and farmers forced to reduced herds because of the drought.
Green trade show industry grows
Greener, eco-friendly trade shows are growing in Oregon and beyond.
UO running out of room
The University of Oregon’s student body has risen 25% in six years, but the college hasn’t added classrooms to accommodate the growth.
SolarWorld reports loss
SolarWorld reported a quarterly loss and forecast negative earnings for the year, blaming Chinese trade practices.
Oregon Legislature may ease hair braiding law
A group of Portland-area lawmakers are sponsoring the Natural Hair act in the next Legislature session to ease hair braiding licensing regulations.
Higher One to return $11M to students
Higher One, the controversial college payment-card provider, will pay $11 million to settle allegations of deceptive and unfair fee practices.
Portland mayoral candidates focus on software
The second debate in the run-off election for Portland mayor focuses on the city’s growing software industry.
Eugene students appeal climate lawsuit
Two young Eugene residents are appealing a judge’s dismissal of their lawsuit alleging Oregon violates the public trust by not taking action on climate change.
FedEx to offer buyouts
FedEx will soon offer buyouts to U.S. employees in an effort to cut costs.