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Interstate Bridge project wins federal approval for $14.4 billion build
The $14.4 billion Interstate Bridge project in Portland received federal approval, moving toward contractor selection and construction over the Columbia River.
Hood River鈥揥hite Salmon bridge project wins federal OK
Federal officials approved the $1.12 billion Hood River鈥揥hite Salmon Interstate Bridge replacement project, allowing final design and permitting to begin.
Hanford site cleanup approaching waste-to-glass phase
Washington state authorities have approved a key permit for the launch of glass vitrification to stabilize radioactive waste at the Hanford site near the Columbia River.
Astoria pier, undeveloped parcel now up for sale
Pier 39 has hit the market, offering more than 110,000 square feet of mixed-use space on the Columbia River. The listing also encompasses an adjacent 2.06-acre parcel.
Metro adds $1.9 billion of I-5 bridge projects to MTIP
The Metro Council voted to approve adding three projects tied to the Interstate Bridge replacement project to the Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Program.
The Springs at The Waterfront
A 12-story LEED Gold senior living community blends luxury and care on the Columbia River, offering modern design, wellness and riverfront views.
Terminal 1 Block A & C, Port of Vancouver USA
Terminal 1 Block A & C brings Class A office space, retail, and public art to Vancouver鈥檚 revitalized waterfront, anchored by ZoomInfo鈥檚 new HQ.
Proposal to lay cables under Columbia met with skepticism
Can slicing a 100-mile trench into the bed of the Columbia River be good for the environment? The answer is a big yes, says a team of energy developers that proposes submerging power cables in the riverbed.
EPA orders $65,250 penalty for pesticide company
The J.R. Simplot Co. will pay a penalty of $65,250 after the Environmental Protection Administration accused it of pesticide safety issues just south of the Columbia River.
Vancouver resolution supports I-5 bridge replacement
The City Council in Vancouver, Washington, has adopted a resolution in support of replacing the Interstate 5 bridge over the Columbia River.
Reviewing plans for new interstate spans
Task forces are being formed to study construction of two more bridges across the Columbia River.
Pointing to a cleanup’s success
Innovative engineering techniques used in the Zidell Yards cleanup are gaining national recognition.
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
