‘Ban the box’ bill passes Oregon Senate
After amending the original measure, the new employment bill passes with bipartisan support.
Microsoft’s 84-inch tablet to be built in Oregon
The Microsoft Surface Hub was developed at the company’s Wilsonville facility, where it will also be manufactured.
Which Oregon city is the worst for allergy sufferers in the nation?
High pollen rates started earlier this year and are expected to last longer.
Wyden calls for reform to financial aid application
HIGHER ED ROUNDUP: Sen. Ron Wyden wants to “empower consumers and increase college access”; PCC adds all-gender bathrooms.
Energy Trust of Oregon adds Lindsey Hardy to board
Bend energy leader brings passion for efficiency and renewable energy to the nonprofit.
The 5 highest revenue-generating parks in Oregon
BY JACOB PALMER | DIGITAL NEWS EDITOR
In 2014, total revenue for camping and day use in Oregon State Parks was a little more than $17 million. That figure may even higher this year “because we’ve had exceptionally nice weather,” Hughes says.
U.S. growth more reliant on the West
BLOOMBERG: Growth in the American economy was driven by Western states last year.
Oregonians will be unaffected by SCOTUS Obamacare decision
THE BEND BULLETIN: The U.S. Supreme Court’s upcoming decision on the Affordable Care Act will not affect low-income Oregonians.
Nike secures NBA apparel contract
A deal expected since April became official Wednesday.
Senate Democrats pass paid sick leave bill
A measure that would mandate five paid sick days a year heads to the House after passing the Senate on a partisan vote.