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Why the federal ‘big bill’ demands strategic communication | Opinion
Now is the time for organizations to align on positioning at all levels, from leadership to interns, and proactively communicate this positioning with messaging that is consistent, straightforward and transparent.
$19.1 million airport project in Portland building permits | July 14, 2025
An alteration permit was issued for a project to improve circulation and capacity in the Portland International Airport's baggage claim area.
Apartment building improvements in Portland land use review intakes | July 14, 2025
Early assistance is being sought for a proposal to renovate a five-story, 80-unit apartment building and perform site improvements at the Southeast Portland property.
Construction workers escape partial collapse of LA tunnel
All 31 workers escaped the one-entrance tunnel under the Wilmington neighborhood, in Los Angeles. Officials will investigate what caused the structural failure during the $700 million project.
Portland office vacancies hit record 15.1 percent
The second quarter was the 11th in a row that Portland鈥檚 office vacancy rate increased as leasing activity slumped and hybrid work reshaped demand, Kidder Mathews reports.
From April showers to June flowers: markets bloom | Opinion
June delivered a pleasant surprise for investors who were bracing for the traditional summer doldrums. Instead of 鈥渟elling in May and going away,鈥� those who stayed invested were handsomely rewarded.
Projects totaling $70.1 million in top bidders | July 11, 2025
King County, in Washington, has awarded a $48.7 million contract for work at a regional landfill.
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Mexico City protest targets gentrification, tourism
Unrest in Mexico City ramped up last week as residents protested rising rents, gentrification, and mass tourism in popular neighborhoods.
Investors increasing their ownership of U.S. homes
While high mortgage rates and prices have pushed traditional buyers out of the housing market, investors have taken advantage, a new report shows.
Ericka Colvin | Integrus + YGH
Ericka Colvin has been promoted to associate principal at Integrus + YGH. She is the firm's director of sustainable practice.
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
