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Feds’ energy use trending downward
So how’s that $4.5 billion in stimulus funds working to make federal government buildings more energy efficient? Pretty well, as long as you only look at building energy use. The […]
Electrics vehicles – without batteries
The batteries that power electric vehicles have long been the biggest drawback to more widespread EV adoption. Big, heavy and made from incredibly expensive materials, EV batteries take up a […]
Plows ready, streets lit up in Portland’s preparation for Santa
It doesn’t matter if we get rain, sleet or snow – the Portland Bureau of Transportation is well prepared to make sure Santa’s ride into Portland on Christmas Eve is […]
Skaters beware – this building is not for grinding
If you’ve ever wondered about the purpose of the small, metal balls at the base of the 937 Condominium building in Portland’s Pearl District, wonder no more. “They’re for skateboarders,” […]
Qdoba the fourth fast-food Mexican restaurant in same Portland block
I love Mexican food more than the average person. But even I can’t condone the planning that has led to four different fast-food Mexican restaurants being located within one city […]
Hoffman looks forward to growth in Oregon tech sector
Nothing official yet, but there are “lots of rumblings out there” about new or growing technology businesses spurring construction projects in the state, said Bart Eberwein, vice president for business […]
Astoria fire a historically big loss
As most have already heard by now there was a four-alarm fire in Astoria last night that destroyed two buildings and displaced nearly a dozen businesses. Working through the night, […]
World Trade Center halfway done in New York
Steel construction on the 1 World Trade Center building, or Freedom Tower, has reached a halfway point more than nine years after the Sept. 11 attacks. The building is so […]
Happy birthday dear Portland bridges
December is birthday month for five of Portland’s bridges. To celebrate, here’s a list of them, along with some famous people with whom our bridges share their special day. Dec. […]
Is Oregon’s land use system working?
It’s a simple question: has Oregon’s land-use system outgrown itself? After attending the Oregon Business Plan Steering Committee’s Oregon Leadership Summit on Monday I left with the sentiment that those […]
Heads up: Acai berry Twitter attack
You’d better check to make sure you aren’t spamming your Twitter followers with links to info on the miracle acai berry. Twitter accounts everywhere have been hacked and are sending […]
Portland makes heat map for 20-minute neighborhoods
As the city of Portland continues forecasting its future over the next 25 years through the Portland Plan, some really interesting and useful information is starting to emerge. One of […]
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
