What’s the cost of America’s opioid problem?
Companies must deal with lost productivity as well as higher medical costs.
Statewide paid sick-leave bill headed to preliminary vote
The latest draft of a bill mandating paid sick-leave is slowly making its way through the legislature.
Whole Foods targets millennials
ASSOCIATED PRESS: Whole Foods plans on opening a new chain of stores geared toward younger shoppers.
Intel CEO: Diversity push more difficult than rocket science
ASSOCIATED PRESS: Intel CEO Brian Krzanich gave a speech about the difficulties of diversifying the tech industry while unveiling new programs.
Portland artisans refuse to be part of Obama Nike talk
Members of the “Maker” movement, who are opposed to the “fast-track” trade proposal, turn down invitation to president’s speech.
Portland mayor drops support for propane terminal
Citing re-election concerns, Charlie Hales informs Port of Portland he will not support Pembina terminal.
Oregon CEOs targeted by email scammers
Digital criminals use email addresses resembling those of CEOs to commit wire fraud.
Aerial spraying bill gains momentum in Salem
An industry-supported bill emerges after several measures die this session.
Where does Portland rank among hardest-working cities?
Portlanders work an average of 42.09 hours a week.
Daimler launches self-driving semi truck in Nevada
ASSOCIATED PRESS: A rig that Daimler Trucks is calling “Inspiration” the first self-driving semi-truck to hit the roads.