Concrete companies persuade county to request drought emergency
Lane County asks Gov. Kate Brown for drought emergency declaration.
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Wage inequality grows in Portland
Middle-income workers struggle to find wage-appropriate housing.
Farmers brace for dry summer after worst winter snowpack since 1992
Of the 112 snow monitoring sites statewide, 15 had snow on May 1.
Uber says bill threatens its operations in Oregon
Uber criticizes a bill in the Oregon House that would mandate ridesharing companies carry commercial insurance at all times.
Pot committee reaches impasse that threatens its existence
Failure to reach resolution on a medical marijuana issue means the committee could be dissolved.
Southern Oregon officials tout growth in tourism industry
Rogue Valley area cities say the area has become a hot spot for monied travelers from Northern California, Portland and Seattle.
Groups react to Obama’s Portland visit
Wine industry supports TPP; Obama hopes speech will sway reluctant allies in Congress.
Convention Center hotel foes offered land plot to drop suit
Metro tried to placate foes by trading a plot of land, worth $2.5 million, for a pledge to drop lawsuits.
Stumptown Coffee owner aims to sell
The private equity firm that bought the brand in 2011 is considering selling the brand.
Portland tops list of best beer cities
Thrillist ranks Portland ahead of San Diego, Denver and Seattle.