CareOregon announces $15 minimum wage
A Portland-based insurance company is giving a raise to some of its hourly staff.
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Nike looking to make shoes in US — regardless of TPP
Sports apparel giant wants to manufacture shoes without relying on human capital.
Oregon could soon be last state to ban self-serve gasoline
A New Jersey lawmaker is pursuing a bill that would allow drivers to pump their own gas.
Whole Foods will test new lower-priced concept in NW
The high-end grocery store is launching a new concept to appeal to millennials.
Coworking space for moms to launch in Portland
The Women’s Plaza will include a day care provider.
Springfield aims to take lead on next timber wave
Mayor Christine Lundberg wants to invest in cross-laminated timber, a potential gamechanger for rural Oregon.
State budget forecast to yield kicker
Schools line up for extra funding as state releases optimistic budget forecast.
Ted Wheeler proposes fixes to impending PERS crisis
Oregon treasurer urged lawmakers to pass a bill addressing a potential budget shortfall created by a recent Supreme Court decision.
Housing experts expect a seller’s summer in Portland
Busy real estate season expected as the city experiences its most robust housing market since the recession.
Nestle water-trade deal protested by thousands in petition
ENVIRONMENT ROUNDUP: Petition to governor to stop Nestle deal gathers thousands of signatures; regulators asked to shut nuclear plant until crack is fixed.