Colorado Supreme Court: Workers can be fired for off-duty pot
ASSOCIATED PRESS: Despite its legal status, workers can be fired for using marijuana while off duty, the Colorado Supreme Court decided.
Famed gunmaker files for Ch. 11 bankruptcy protection
USA TODAY: Colt Defense announced Sunday it is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization.
Doping allegations piling up against Nike Oregon Project
Three more athletes have come forward alleging Nike coach Alberto Salazar distributed performance-enhancing drugs.
Intel starts round of layoffs
The largest private employer in Oregon is trimming its operations after years of slow sales.
TPP slowed by defeat of accompanying bill
President Obama cannot pursue Trans-Pacific Partnership unless Trade Adjustment Assistance bill passes.
Feds bolster fund for drought relief in the West
In response to a historically-dry winter, $110 million has been allocated for a fiery summer.
Judge dismisses Oracle’s suit against Kitzhaber consultants
Multnomah County Court judge sides with political consultants in Cover Oregon case.
Whole Foods determines name of new, cheaper outpost
ASSOCIATED PRESS: Whole Foods’ foray into cheaper groceries will be called 365 by Whole Foods Markets.
The information of every Federal employee compromised
ASSOCIATED PRESS: Hackers may have accessed the personnel information of millions of former and current federal employees.
Oregon needs funding help with deficient bridges
There are 439 bridges in the state that are classified as “structually deficient” and the local jurisdictions in charge of many of them have little recourse.