Small businesses ask city for help with landlords
Amid rising commercial real estate costs, small businesses struggle to navigate disputes with landlords.
Ted Wheeler
Portland Mayor makes big promises about city future
Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler presented his first State of the City address Friday at a Portland City Club luncheon.
Six legislative priorities for the Rose City
The Portland City Council approved its legislative agenda yesterday. Here’s what you need to know.
On the scene: Economic summit puts focus on uniting the region
How do we ensure technology unites us and provides opportunities rather than disparity?
Bleak state forecast expected
Even before lawmakers hear Thursday’s quarterly economic forecast, the Oregon Legislature’s three chief budget writers are preparing for the likelihood of even smaller tax collections that could lead to cuts in already-approved spending for the current two-year cycle.
Foreclosure filings jump
Foreclosure filings jumped 22.9% in Oregon in October, and 23.6% in the Portland area.
Rising dairy prices affect local businesses
Rising dairy prices are impacting Oregon companies that use fresh milk and cream to make yogurt, ice cream and other products.
Pay-what-you-can Panera in Portland having problems
The pay-what-you-can Panera Cares cafe in Portland’s Hollywood district takes in considerably less money than the other two Cares cafes in Detroit and St. Louis.