Portland Business Alliance poll: Citizens want a vote on proposed street tax
The mayor and city commissioner say the people want a street tax, but can’t come to a consensus on what form it would take.
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Judge nixes Nike’s request for preliminary injunction
The sporting-goods company wanted its case against a former head of South Africa over wrongful termination to be heard in Oregon instead of Davide Cardarelli’s native land of Italy.
Auto industry continues to consolidate dealer structure
Fewer, bigger companies are the result of several dealers and brands being lost to the great recession of 2008.
Data firm says housing prices leveling in Portland
RealtyTrac reported the median single-family home price in the Portland area was $268,000 in October — down from $270,000 in September.
Gigapan sells off hardware division of company
The company’s images were renowned for their stunning quality due to its high-resolution technology.
Measure 92 headed to recount
The GMO labeling vote’s final tally was within the two-tenths of a percentage point needed to trigger an automatic recount.
Newport Fisherman’s Wives set to file suit
The group is looking to stop the Coast Guard from closing its Newport Air Facility.
Southwestern Oregon told to brace for ‘silver tsunami’
Baby boomers are expected to relocate from California to the Pacific Northwest in the coming years, according to an Oregon economist.
Drop in gas price could spell uptick in discretionary spending
With the price of a gallon hovering above $3, state economist says spending should rise in time for holidays.
Green Sports Alliance hires scientist to be new president
The nonprofit also named Justin Zeulner — former sustainability director of the Portland Trailblazers — as its new chief operating officer.