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Kaiser healthcare workers end 5-day strike and return to work as wage negotiations set to resume

About 30,000 Kaiser workers in Oregon and southwest Washington returned Sunday after a five-day strike. Contract talks resume Wednesday over wages and staffing. ...

Trump’s immigration crackdown weighs heavy on the US labor market

Trump’s sweeping crackdown on immigration is throwing foreigners out of work and shaking the American economy and job market. Maria worked cleaning schools...

FAA allows Boeing to increase 737 Max production nearly two years after door plug blew out over Portland

The Federal Aviation Administration said it will allow Boeing to produce more 737 Max airplanes by increasing the limit it imposed after last year's...

Taco Bell adds new twist to a fan favorite with Flamin’ Hot Grilled Cheese Burrito

The chain is reviving elements of the Beefy Crunch Burrito with Flamin’ Hot rice, Fritos chips and a cheese-crusted tortilla. WASHINGTON — Taco...

Ford recalls 59,000 vehicles across 10 models that have potential fire hazard

A short circuit in the engine block heater increases the risk of an under-hood fire, according to documents Ford filed with federal regulators. ...

Homeowners are becoming ‘house poor.’ Here are the top 10 cities where mortgages stretch budgets

In the last five years, the median household income rose 24% while monthly housing costs increased by 26% nationwide, according to ConsumerAffairs. USA,...

Providence shuts downs occupational health services at 4 Portland clinics, lays off 43 caregivers

Starting Nov. 7, occupational health services will not longer be offered at four Providence Portland metro clinics and 43 workers will be laid off....

A beloved breakfast food is bringing back a discontinued flavor, and launching protein-enhanced snacks

The fan-favorite flavor was last seen in 2022. WASHINGTON — Pop-Tarts will have new options for breakfast this fall, bringing back a beloved...

Oregon renters, here’s how much your rent can rise next year

Oregon law places a cap on annual rent hikes, but the amount can vary. Next year, it maxes out at 9.5% of your rent,...

Ski resort prices increase for Oregon consumers after resorts like Timberline face insurance hikes

Certain passes, peak time lift tickets and summer ski products will all be costing more this season at Timberline Lodge after its insurer carrier...

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