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Federal report advances Interstate Bridge megaproject
The final supplemental environmental impact statement has been published for the bridge replacement project between Portland and Vancouver, Washington.
Metro sets guardrails for bridge replacement
The Metro Council on Thursday approved $36 million for engineering and planning a new Interstate Bridge, but also passed demanding guidance.
Preparing to bridge a gap between states
Greg Johnson, the newly appointed leader of the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program, recently spoke with the 91视频 about challenges that lie ahead.
Governors hit restart button on joint bridge project
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown joined Washington Gov. Jay Inslee in Vancouver on Monday in a bid to place new urgency on replacing the Interstate Bridge over the Columbia River.
Another try to bridge the divide
Washington apparently is ready to restart discussions with Oregon about a potential Interstate Bridge replacement project.
I-5 bridge bill passed by Washington State House of Representatives
The Washington House of Representatives on Monday passed a bill to begin preliminary work to develop a new Interstate 5 crossing of the Columbia River.
A conversation with architect Brad Cloepfil
Allied Works Architecture founding principal Brad Cloepfil recently answered questions about a new exhibit, Portland development and more.
Reviewing plans for new interstate spans
Task forces are being formed to study construction of two more bridges across the Columbia River.
Obama seeking to streamline permitting for federal projects
President Obama has launched an initiative that includes several steps designed to improve permitting and coordination among federal agencies for transportation projects.
Metro councilor pitches phased approach to CRC
Aspects of the soon-to-be mothballed Columbia River Crossing project could still have life if an amended four-year Regional Transportation Plan is adopted by Metro.
Revived bridge proposal meets opposition
Although the Columbia RIver Crossing officially fizzled when Washington state legislators voted against helping pay for the project, some supporters think Oregon shouldn't abandon the idea of building an interstate bridge. Reviving the CRC depends on Oregon going it alone with state and federal dollars, and legislators built in a Sept. 30 deadline for obtaining federal funds before their commitmen[...]
Poll suggests most drivers would use I-205 to avoid CRC tolls
Results of a new poll suggest the majority of Portland and Vancouver, Wash., drivers would avoid using the Interstate 5 bridge if tolls were implemented to pay for the Columbia […]
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 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
