Independent group inspecting Apple factories
The Fair Labor Association has started inspecting Chinese factories where iPads and iPhones are assembled.
Oregon gets at least $100M in foreclosure settlement
Oregon homeowners will receive between $100 million and $200 million in a national foreclosure settlement.
Timber payment renewal efforts ongoing
Oregon’s congressional delegation continues to seek renewal of federal timber payments and develop new revenue for counties.
Oregon gives elderly, disabled homeowners a tax break
The Oregon House unanimously endorsed a bill that gives elderly and disabled homeowners a two-year reprieve on their property taxes.
Oregon Targets get more groceries
Target stores in Salem and Keizer are getting expanded grocery sections, including fresh produce and meats.
Food stamps for pizza debate continues
A debate about whether Little Caesars franchises in the Portland area can sell take and bake pizzas to people on food stamps has been ongoing since 2010.
Flir reports increased earnings despite lower sales
Flir Systems said its fourth-quarter earnings increased 9%, despite sales that declined 7%.
Economy hits young hardest
Young adults are having the toughest time of any age group recovering from the recession.
DeFazio introduces LNG pipeline bill
Rep. Peter DeFazio introduced a bill to stop energy developers from using eminent domain to seize private property for liquefied natural gas pipelines.
Portland stays committed to wind industry
Although the U.S. wind industry’s future is uncertain, the Portland Development Commission remains committed to the city’s cleantech cluster.