5 top burgers in Portland so far
As a result of this newly created ranking system, five burgers on my list scored nearly perfect and all tied for second place with tie breakers coming from the side orders (Foster is still number one, by the way).
Pearl District seeing several new developments
Pearl District development is on the rebound with low-income and long-term lodging plans, as well as renovation of vacant structures.
Sellwood Bridge replacement project officially breaks ground
The groundbreaking ceremony for the Sellwood Bridge replacement project was held today.
Portland’s 44th brewery under construction
Say hello to the Gigantic Brewing Company, Portland’s 44th brewery. Located at 5224 S.E. 26th St., in the industrial area northwest of Reed College, Gigantic plans on making it big by keeping it small.
Mental health center for Central City Concern opens in old Burger King’s spot
The Old Town Recovery Center (formerly called the Broadway Recovery Center), an expansion of the already existing Old Town Clinic, has opened.
Photos: Construction of Block 49 mixed-use project on South Waterfront
Walsh Construction is building the six-story Block 49 mixed-use building in Portland's South Waterfront neighborhood. It will feature 209 affordable housing units over ground-floor commercial space.
Portland architects reach out to children in need
Eleven architecture and design firms took part in the Herman Miller We Care event at the Meyer Club in Sellwood Dec. 7., held as a holiday celebration featuring entertainment, arts and crafts, and treats for children in need.
Another big residential project planned for North Williams
Jack Menashe proposes a four-story, 76,866-square-foot building will have 84 residential units, ground-floor retail space and on-site parking for 66 vehicles, some of which will be condensed by a machine that can stack cars.
Oregon land-use board says ‘no’ to paintball in Canby
Lila Gottman is fed up, and I don't blame her. For years, Lila and Curtis Gottman have fought with Clackamas County over a series of changing rules that govern a paintball park they run on their property near Canby, about halfway between Portland and Salem.
Pearl District rental rates are too low for Denver developer
A new Pearl District tower has been halted after the developer pulled out due to the average rental rate for the area.
20-unit apartment project going up in Northwest Portland
The D16 Apartments is a series of three, three-story multifamily units going up at the corner of Northwest Davis Street and 16th Avenue in Portland.
Why does Portland have so many dogs? Good urban planning
Portland is awash in dogs. We have a cupcake shop that makes doggy cakes. The North Park Blocks have a Benson Bubbler-esque dog bowl water fountain. Four-footed things that go "woof" are everywhere. So what’s this mean? Well, it’s yet another indicator that Portland has historically been pretty good at urban development.
News
- 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
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
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 — 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







