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Flavored tobacco ban set to start Jan. 1 in Multnomah County on pause after court’s order

The ban was set to start on Jan. 1. Vape businesses argued it would drive them to permanently close. PORTLAND, Ore. — The Oregon...

PGE customers can expect to pay 18% more on their power bills starting Jan. 1

Oregon regulators have finalized the 2024 rate increase, which will cost the average single-family household an extra $24.59 each month. PORTLAND, Ore. — Customers...

Some TriMet fares will increase on Jan. 1

The increased fares will help cover growing operating costs, TriMet said. PORTLAND, Ore. — TriMet riders can expect to pay a little more for...

Police arrest suspects, recover thousands of dollars in stolen merchandise during holiday retail theft operation

One of the most prolific arrests was of a man with multiple felony warrants, suspected of stealing over $100,000 in merchandise. PORTLAND, Ore. —...

Powell’s Books unionized workers agree to contract after nearly 10 months of bargaining

Since January, the union has been in ongoing contract talks with Powell's, asking for higher wages and affordable health care. PORTLAND, Ore. — Powell's...

Target’s reason for closing three Portland stores may not be the full picture, CNBC investigation says

In September, Target had announced the closure of nine stores in four states, citing ongoing problems with theft and "organized retail crime." PORTLAND, Ore....

With fresh snow on the slopes, Oregon ski resorts begin the season

Timberline and Mt. Bachelor are both expected to have at least a limited opening Saturday, thanks to the recent storm system, but Sunday could bring...

Downtown Portland employers should bring remote workers back to office, mayor says in letter

In a letter to employers, Mayor Ted Wheeler requested that remote employees be brought back into the office for at least 20 hours a week....

Car-sharing company Free2move to end service in Portland

PORTLAND, Ore. — A car-sharing company is leaving Portland at the end of this month. Free2move announced that it will stop service in the Rose...

Recalling their own drawn-out strike, Medford teachers urge Portland educators to rely on community support to push onward

The 2014 Medford teacher strike was one of the state's longest, lasting 16 calendar days. As of Friday, the Portland strike has surpassed that total....

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