Business tax credit changes move forward
The Joint Tax Credits Committee approved a compromise plan, paving the way for changes to the controversial Business Energy Tax Credit.
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Trademark fight pits Pendleton vs. Pendleton
Pendleton Round-up and Pendleton Woolen Mills are embroiled in a trademark battle over a men’s perfume.
Oregon lawmakers outlaw suicide kits
The Oregon Legislature approved a bill outlawing sales of suicide kits, such as one a Eugene man used to kill himself last year.
Oregon foreclosures decline 30 percent
Oregon’s foreclosure numbers declined 30% in May, but this could actually mean that the housing market will take longer to recover, experts say.
Bank of America apologizes for mistaken property tax notices
Bank of America apologized for mistakenly sending 5,000 letters to Oregonians saying they were late on property taxes and might be facing foreclosure.
Multinational firm buys Eugene biotech company
Abcam PLC, a multinational biotech firm headquartered in Cambridge, England, bought MitoSciences, a Eugene biotech company.
Oregon estate tax changes clear Legislature
House Bill 2541, which would lower taxes for Oregonians who inherit more than $1 million, won final approval in the Legislature.
Oregon distillers share expertise with newcomer
When Iraq War veteran Dawson Officer started his own distillery, he got a lot of help from other local craft distillers.
Trader Joe’s coming to Salem
Trader Joe’s is set to open its first Salem store this week, and the store captain has heard from employees and community members that some people may even camp out for it.
Kitzhaber inflates I-5 bridge jobs potential
Gov. John Kitzhaber wants Oregonians to believe he’s creating jobs, and he backs up that claim by promoting his support for the $3.6 billion Interstate 5 bridge project called the Columbia River Crossing. Except it’s not true—not even close.