Portland traffic ranks No. 8 for traffic congestion
Portland tied with Chicago and Washington, D.C. for the eighth most congested metro region in the nation.
Energy stocks fall, Wall Street clamors
REUTERS: Last week’s rise in U.S. stockpile contradicted the 2% fall in oil prices on Wednesday. Gold and metals prices also fell as the dollar strengthened on hawkish comments from U.S. Federal Reserve policymakers. The Dow Jones industrial average held on to meager gains for the year after a five-week rally helped the market recover … Read more
Jordan Schnitzer wants $1.3M from Portland
Developer Jordan Schnitzer claims the Portland Development Commission breached contract over the Centennial Mills project.
The Columbia Gorge-Nestlé battle ramps up
Supporters and rivals continue to battle over the proposed water bottling plant in Cascade Locks as the election approaches.
Major Employment Law Challenges Facing Employers in 2016
Last year, the Oregon Legislature served up several new mandates on Oregon employers regarding paid leave, inquiries concerning criminal history and other matters. See www.lanepowell.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/8-24-15-Ostroff-OBM.pdf. Portland has adopted a new “Ban the Box” ordinance, and regulatory agencies are pursuing new initiatives concerning overtime and independent contractors. This article will help you plan for these developments … Read more
Terrorists bomb Brussels airport
BBC: Several bomb attacks have left at least 26 people dead at Zaventem airport.
Oregon agriculture to benefit from Cuba trade
ASSOCIATED PRESS: Hazelnuts and wine exports will likely benefit from the improved U.S.-Cuba relations.
Daimler adds $18M upgrades
Daimler Trucks North America will use the new research and development facility to test trucks in Madras.
Hospitality round up: openings and closings around the state
The hospitality sector saw three big changes today. Trader Vics said its Pearl District location will stay closed. Deschutes Brewery announced the opening of its first brew pub on the East Coast. And Pacific Coast Seafood said a new plant will open along the Columbia River this spring.
Medford seeks urban growth boundary expansion
City Council wants to add 4,400 acres to Medford’s urban areas.