Patent trolls to be banned
Oregon Senate Bill 1540 would make patent trolling a violation of the state’s Unlawful Trade Practices Act.
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Oregon among most liberal and least religious states
Two Gallup polls identify the state as one of the most politically liberal states and one of the least religious across the nation.
Trader Joe’s withdraws from Portland development
The grocery store will not open a new site in Northeast Portland.
Oregon Legislature opens with ceremony
The state Legislature convened for a 35-day session.
Lane County digital jobs on the rise
Tech companies in the area are hiring.
Oregon solar panel firm to restart
SoloPower Systems Inc. is working on plans to begin production at its Portland factory.
Portland firm chosen to build new Trader Joe’s
The African-American owned construction company, Colas Construction, will serve as the general contractor behind the $8-million Trader Joe’s development in Northeast Portland.
Co-packing helps food companies sell in broader markets
A company in Lane County offers co-packing services to small businesses unable to package their own products.
Oregon business owners earn less than national average
The state’s small-business owners have reported earning less than the average since 1995.
Clackamas County lays off 25 positions
The county laid off positions in health clinics to make up for its $10 million funding gap.