Kitzhaber mum on contents of inauguration address
State lawmakers will meet today before taking a recess until early February.
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State, federal lawmakers discuss Oregon timber industry
Senators Wyden and Merklely proposed a pair of forestry bills Thursday.
CFP championship roundup
How Oregon grew from an also-ran to a merchandising giant, plus other business news about the big game.
MasterCard files complaint against Nike as shoe company readies for construction
The credit-card company alleged in a federal complaint that Nike coaxed a pair of cyber-security experts to break their contracts.
Lawmakers prioritize infrastructure concerns
The state legislature is putting together a package of road proposals, as the latest Portland street fee proposals flounder.
Port of Portland study: Hillsboro Airport should offer unleaded fuel
Move could yield “favorable business outcomes” as well as cut down on lead emissions.
Hales will send street fee proposals to voters, in first-ever ‘advisory vote’
The mayor will ask the City Council to adopt the most popular plan.
Report disputes Portland’s status as a mecca for lazy young people
An interview in U.S. News & World Report argues young people come to the Rose City to be entrepreneurs, not retire.
Low-wage jobs costs state $1.7B, study says; insurance costs outpacing income
Low-wage jobs trigger demand for public assistance; the average worker also spends more on health insurance.
Coal export dock among projects being considered for state grant money
The controversial Port of St. Helens dock reconstruction is being considered for a portion of the state’s $4 million in transportation grants.