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Proposed federal rules target cities’ lead pipes

Most U.S. cities would have to replace lead water pipes within 10 years under strict new rules proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency.

The Attenborough paradox: minimizing deepfake risks in business | Opinion

With the rise of artificial intelligence, and access to technology, we are entering the age of the deepfake.

Building Blocks: Mt. Scott Community Center seismic retrofit and expansion

Following partial demolition to remove unreinforced masonry, the Mt. Scott Community Center will receive a renovation of 39,384 square feet and gain a 31,000-square-foot, two-story addition.

As cities crack down on homeless encampments, advocates say that’s not the answer

Contractors from the city of Portland had arrived to break down the stretch of tents and tarps on a side street behind a busy intersection. People had an hour to vacate the encampment, one of more than a dozen cleared that July day, according to city data.

91ÊÓƵ Digital Edition – November 29, 2023

Mass-timber expert joins LSW Architects

LSW Architects has added architect Ben Kaiser to its team as a firm principal. He is based in LSW’s studio in downtown Vancouver, Washington.

Real estate practice to be reevaluated in California

A state program allowing leases of land under freeways is being scrutinized in the wake of a significant fire.

School modernization project in Portland land use review intakes | Nov. 27, 2023

A pre-application conference is being sought for a proposal to construct a new building for a high school in Southwest Portland.

$5.1 million Press Blocks project in Portland building permits | Nov. 27, 2023

A $5.1 million new construction permit was issued for construction of a four-story mixed-use building at the Press Blocks, in Southwest Portland.