OSU researchers trace oyster die-off
Oregon State University researchers discovered that rising levels of carbon dioxide are killing off oyster larvae.
Fewer women earn high-tech degrees
Fewer women are earning degrees in high-tech fields, even though employers are having trouble finding candidates to fill those positions.
Oregon jobless claims jump by highest amount in U.S.
Unemployment applications increased by 2,079 in Oregon last week, the largest increase in the U.S.
IRS offers plans for late tax payments
The Internal Revenue Service is offering an expansion of its “Fresh Start” program as the filing deadline approaches.
TriMet releases final budget plan
TriMet released its final $12 million budget-balancing plan, which calls for $1.1 million in savings from route changes and service reductions.
Growing wheat and bicycles in Eastern Oregon
A visit to Pendleton spotlights the city’s historic character and commodities, and provides a glimpse of 21st- century challenges, products and services.
Portland carbon emissions down 26 percent
Carbon emissions are down 26% per person in Portland compared to 1990.
Ashland iPad app gets angel investment
An Ashland-based startup that makes an iPad app to assist ER personnel won the $160,000 Southern Oregon Angel Investment prize.
Oregon bank holdups drop
Bank robberies are continuing to decline in Oregon, according to new numbers released by the FBI.
Portland-area foreclosure filings rise
Foreclosure filings in the Portland area rose 12.6% in March from the month before.