The Last Mile Home

Portland city planners rethink land use and the transportation network as the rise of e-commerce increases congestion and puts climate goals at risk.

Mall Rats

Driven by bankruptcies, redundancies and the rise of e-commerce, the retail sector has been in flux for years. COVID-19 accelerated the shift. Oregon’s malls can either reinvent themselves to stay vital or they can fail.

Miracle Growth

Gresham has attracted several large manufacturers, helping to boost the local economy. It now faces the challenge of translating that success into well-paying jobs.