A Spirited Response
The 2020 wildfires devastated Oregon’s wineries. A Newberg winery turned its spoiled grapes into stronger stuff — but they say another bad fire season will wipe them out.
Oregon Department of Forestry
New Report Backs PacifiCorp In 2020 Fires
A study by the Oregon Department of Forestry says the power company, which a jury held liable in 2023, was not responsible for the Santiam Creek fire.
Modular Moment
Funding from the Build Back Better Regional Challenge has paved the way for a public-private collaboration to create a cheaper, more sustainable mass-housing alternative in Oregon.
Equipment companies reap benefits as fires blaze longer and hotter
An under-the-radar industry fuels local and state fire fighting efforts.
Wildfire season slow to heat up
Compared to last year, this season has been a breeze. But fire danger is getting worse, fast.
Portland unemployment falls to 8.9 percent
Portland metro unemployment fell to 8.9% in April, beneath the national average of 9%.