Rhetoric heats up ahead of net-neutrality vote
USA TODAY: The Federal Communication Commission’s vote on Internet regulations is expected Thursday.
Think tank: We’re in the midst of an urban economic boom
A report released by City Observatory finds that the jobs are increasingly moving to the inner city.
After settling with six workers, Daimler sued by four African Americans for racial discrimination
Two current and two former employees seek a total of $9.5 million in damages one month after the company agreed to a record settlement for similar allegations.
Vaccination news: Controversial researcher to testify in Salem
The scientist who found the since debunked autism-vaccination link will testify before the state legislature.
Transportation, ethics bills proposed
State legislators mull proposals aimed at improving the state’s infrastructure, public record laws.
Medford-based auto retailer has record-breaking 4Q
Lithia Motors reported all-time highs for the fourth quarter, 2014 adjusted net income.
Party Like It’s 1999
BY JASON NORRIS, CFA | OB GUEST BLOGGER
Pets.com, GeoCities, eToys, and WorldCom … blasts-from-the-past that all signify the late 1990s Internet bubble. Yet we believe the dynamics of the market, specifically in technology stocks, are much different today than it was during the late 1990s.
Grassroots movement pursues carbon bills
BY KIM MOORE | OB RESEARCH EDITOR
A partnership of a grassroots environmental organization and a youth group is striving to build community and business support for carbon price legislation.
Google readies to fight Apple Pay
ASSOCIATED PRESS: Search engine giant is teaming up with a trio of wireless carriers to explore mobile wallet options.
DIY Girl Scout cookies could be on the way
FOX NEWS: Pennsylvania toymaker wants to make it possible for you to make your own Girl Scout cookies yearround.