Regence BlueCross BlueShield wants to raise health insurance premiums by 22%, prompting state insurance regulators to schedule a rare public hearing.

From being illegally classified as independent contractors, to losing the option to take a licensing test in Vietnamese, Oregon’s nail technicians face many challenges.

For the second year in a row, a late, wet spring is pushing back vegetable planting times for Oregon farmers.

From Germany and Austria, the Passivhaus movement of airtight, super-insulated houses is catching on in the Portland area.

Portland-based heavy manufacturer Esco Corp. announced its initial public offering of up to $175 million on the Nasdaq exchange.

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants Inc. executives said that the chain intends to put itself on the market.

Nissan Leaf deliveries have slowed due to a technical glitch with the car’s computer and the effects of Japan’s earthquake and tsunami.

Harry & David plans to hire thousands of workers for its call centers this year, despite ongoing bankruptcy court proceedings.

Portland startup Pixetell is turning off its online collaboration tool after being acquired.