Senate committee resolves medical pot issue
Lawmakers have come up with a new set of restrictions for medical marijuana industry.
Growth rate of businesses owned by women in Oregon falls behind national average
The state has about 126,600 women-owned firms.
CareOregon announces $15 minimum wage
A Portland-based insurance company is giving a raise to some of its hourly staff.
Nissan wants its self-driving cars on the road by 2020
ASSOCIATED PRESS: Nissan expects to provide consumers with self-driving cars by 2020. It’s up to government regulators if they’ll be allowed to use them on the roads.
Northeast rail infrastructure is crumbling
ASSOCIATED PRESS: The bridges, tunnels and tracks were built in the early half of the 20th century and they get more passengers today than ever.
Nike looking to make shoes in US — regardless of TPP
Sports apparel giant wants to manufacture shoes without relying on human capital.
Oregon could soon be last state to ban self-serve gasoline
A New Jersey lawmaker is pursuing a bill that would allow drivers to pump their own gas.
Whole Foods will test new lower-priced concept in NW
The high-end grocery store is launching a new concept to appeal to millennials.
Coworking space for moms to launch in Portland
The Women’s Plaza will include a day care provider.
Springfield aims to take lead on next timber wave
Mayor Christine Lundberg wants to invest in cross-laminated timber, a potential gamechanger for rural Oregon.