Oregon furniture manufacturer files for bankruptcy
Mastercraft Furniture Inc., previously celebrated for providing American manufacturing jobs, aims to declare Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
Lane Bryant owner to buy Ann Taylor, Loft
ASSOCIATED PRESS: The Ascena Retail Group is buying the owner of Ann Taylor and Loft for about $2.16 billion.
Apple introduces updated MacBook Pro, iMac
ASSOCIATED PRESS: Apple drops price on high-end iMac and tweaks MacBook Pro.
Oregon one of eight states to receive drought aid
USDA designates $21 million for farmers and ranchers in drought-stricken states.
Pembina fights to keep propane terminal proposal alive
The Canadian propane exporter seeks a hearing on the terminal project, despite Mayor Hales’ change of heart.
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.