Oregon pension deficit climbs
The Oregon Public Employees Retirement System’s deficit increased by 20 percent.
Gov. Kate Brown announces new director for Business Oregon
Chris Harder will serve as the new director of the state economic development agency, starting March 22.
Newberg millworkers file for federal benefits
After WestRock paper mill announced its closure, workers still wait for Trade Adjustment Assistance.
Bloomberg: Oregon has nation’s ‘best-performing’ economy
The state showed improvement in six business, financial and industrial categories.
Senate passes bill to increase capital for small businesses
The bill gives small business more access to grants and loans.
Lane Powell Hosts 33rd Annual Labor and Employment Seminar
On Thursday, April 7, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Lane Powell will team with Oregon Business magazine for a seminar titled “Best Practices For Best Employers™: How to Become a Best Workplace Starting Today!” The seminar will be held at The Benson Hotel in the Mayfair Ballroom, located at 309 SW Broadway in downtown … Read more
Google CEO highest-paid boss in U.S.
BBC: Sundar Pichai, chief executive of Google, was awarded shares worth $199 million.
Portland Superfund cleanup to exceed $1B
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency plan to cleanup lower Willamette River could cost up to $1.4 billion.
Homelessness: Charlie Hales announces new strategy
The Portland mayor has a new four-part plan to address homelessness.
Target goes gender-neutral for kids home brand
STAR TRIBUNE: Target took gender neutrality to next level with its new bedding line for kids.