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Woman found living inside Michigan store’s rooftop sign
Contractors curious about an extension cord laying on the roof of a Michigan grocery store made a startling discovery: A 34-year-old woman was living inside the business鈥� sign, with enough space for a computer, printer and coffee maker, police said.
Bridge reconstruction expected to cost at least $1.7 billion
While salvage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge takes place in Maryland, officials are planning to restore the vital transportation link.
To help address labor difficulties, cultivate better bosses | Opinion
The building industry ought to take a hard look at how its workforce woes can be mended. One place to start is by evaluating the behaviors of construction managers and leaders.
Jared Bradshaw-Vinson | Aetta Architects
Aetta Architects has promoted Jared Bradshaw-Vinson to associate principal. He joined the firm in 2023.
Terry Werdel | Aetta Architects
Aetta Architects has promoted Terry Werdel to associate principal. He joined the firm in 2022 as a project managing architect.
Stephen Black | Aetta Architects
Aetta Architects has hired Stephen M. Black as an associate principal. He brings more than 25 years of experience in public and private projects.
70-year-old architecture firm changes leadership
Sharron van der Meulen is now managing partner of Portland-based ZGF and Solvei Neiger is now managing partner of the firm's Portland office.
Team planning a new Columbia River bridge (no, not that one)
East of the Interstate Bridge, where a replacement is in the works, the Hood River-White Salmon Interstate Bridge is due to be replaced -- and construction preparations appear to be further along.
Impact of Supreme Court decision in takings clause case is hazy | Opinion
The U.S. Supreme Court last month added another case to the line of Nollan / Dolan / Koontz decisions considering the limits imposed by the Fifth Amendment鈥檚 takings clause on local government ability to impose conditions.
Peyton James | Pacific Community Design
Pacific Community Design associate planner Peyton James recently participated in an effort to connect with Banks High School students as part of the street-naming process for Sunset View at West Banks -- a master-planned community.
Travis Stone | Perlo Construction
Travis Stone has joined Perlo Construction as its new safety manager. He has more than 25 years of industry experience.
$6.8M temporary outdoor shelter in Portland building permits | May 6, 2024
A permit was issued for construction of a temporary outdoor shelter and parking on a property in North Portland.
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
