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Changes proposed to Portland’s controversial ‘odor’ city code: ‘Level the playing field’

The proposed change in city code comes after a Northeast Portland restaurant was forced to close after numerous complaints and fines. PORTLAND, Ore. —...

4,500 Fred Meyer employees in Portland area begin strike on Wednesday across 28 locations

The strike is affecting 28 Fred Meyer locations and is scheduled to last until Sept. 3. PORTLAND, Oregon — 4,500 Fred Meyer employees in the...

‘We need young talent’: Construction industry courts Oregon Gen Z workers with summer internship opportunities

A study by Building Talent Foundation shows only 3% of young people are interested in trade jobs, and a homebuilding company is looking to bridge...

Thousands of nurses at 6 Providence hospitals in Oregon vote to strike

Nurses at Providence's St. Vincent, Newberg, Hood River, Medford, Willamette Falls and Milwaukie hospitals have voted to strike. PORTLAND, Oregon — Nurses at six...

With new bureau, Portland attempts to streamline residential, commercial permitting process

The new bureau will employ about 350 people, hopefully streamlining the "headache" of the former residential and commercial permitting process. PORTLAND, Oregon — The...

Blumenauer urges closure of 1930s loophole that allows unchecked packages, which could include fentanyl, into the U.S.

The de minimis loophole is allowing counterfeit products, fentanyl and fentanyl precursor chemicals into the country without being inspected, according to leaders. PORTLAND, Oregon...

‘Downtown is in crisis’: Portland’s Central Business District sees 30% vacancy rates in office space

The report by the research firm Colliers says vacancies could climb to as high as 40% in the near future PORTLAND, Oregon — A...

Vietnamese restaurant in Northeast Portland forced to close after repeated complaints about cooking smell

Oregon Restaurant and Lodging Association is calling on the city to make changes to 'smell' ordinance, saying that the restaurant has been treated unfairly. ...

Swiss sportwear company opens largest US store in Portland

The 3,400-square-foot location will be the company's largest in North America. The company's Americas Headquarters are located in Portland's Pearl District. PORTLAND, Ore. —...

Portland business owners hope pop-ups become a downtown draw for the holidays

Pioneer Square in downtown Portland is now a destination for holiday pop-up shops. For some business owners, it's the first time they've had a brick...

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