Oregonian chairman leaving for Register-Guard
The newspaper boss is known for adjusting state’s largest daily during recession.
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Group plans protest of Obama speech at Nike HQ
The Oregon Fair Trade Campaign is upset with the president’s stance on the Trans-Pacific Partnership.
OSU wary about Benton Co. GMO ban
Granting plants legal rights could stunt important research, university officials say.
Background checks on private gun sales bill heads to Gov. Brown
A firearms bill passed the House on Monday in a 38-28 vote.
Oregon lacks incentives for angel investors
A report by Technology Association of Oregon recommends tax credits for high-risk investments.
Advocates start early push for single-payer health system
Supporters of a state-funded health care system testified in Salem.
Rents soar, wages stagnate across nation
More than 25 percent of American renters spend half of their income on housing costs.
US, Canadian governments announce oil train rules
Under new rules, companies will have to disclose even less information to the public.
Uber VP rebuffs notion that Portland changed its modus operandi
During an event with Portland mayor Charlie Hales, David Plouffe said Uber ‘s approach to the Portland market will not guide future strategy.
Law leads to fewer vaccine opt outs
The vaccine exemption rate decreased 17 percent from last year.