Regulators fall behind inspecting Oregon grocery stores
FDA code says stores should be checked biannually, but due to skimpy budgets, state goals for once-a-year inspections fall short.
Amazon adding ‘Make An Offer’ option
USA TODAY: The giant cyberstore is opening up some products for haggling.
Embattled Abercrombie & Fitch CEO retires amid company struggles
FORBES: Shares increased 6.8 percent in the wake of the announcement that Mike Jeffries is stepping down.
McDonald’s sales continue to drop
REUTERS: The fast-food giant now finds itself in a dubious six-month streak of declines.
PSU study: Carbon tax would have negligible impact on economy
The study found that a $30 per ton tax would bring the state’s emissions back down to those of the late 20th century.
Expect delays if Google Fiber is to launch in Portland
The “hyperfast Internet service” has been in operation in Kansas City as the company eyes extending it into the Rose City.
Washington D.C. Council passes bill limiting pot-testing employers
Prospective employees would not have to submit a drug test until after receiving a job offer under the legislation.
Lake Oswego’s Greenbrier announces order of 14,100 railcars
The total haul is expected to approximate $1.25 billion of new orders.
TriMet GM touts impact of new MAX line
The public construction project has provided $170 million to small businesses owned by people of color and women, according to the transit provider.
Junction City psychiatric facility construction almost complete
The 220,000 square-foot sanatorium could be open by the end of the month.