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New downtown Portland theaters on the horizon
As much as $650 million is being invested in performing arts facilities on the Portland State University campus, including Broadway-ready theaters, a hotel, and parking.
ODOT cancels projects, lays off staff amid funding crisis
The Legislature's failure to pass a transportation bill triggers ODOT layoffs, roadwork cancellations, and service cuts across the state, with winter impacts looming.
Oregon lawmakers repeal wildfire hazard map
The map imposed stricter building codes in high-risk areas. Legislators opposed it because of confusion and rural burdens.
Oregon bill targets wage theft in construction industry
Senate Bill 426, now under committee review in the Oregon House of Representatives, aims to hold general contractors liable for subcontractor wage theft.
Corvallis bridge replacement in the works
The Oregon Department of Transportation is offering sneak peeks of the design for the new Van Buren Street Bridge in Corvallis.
A capital session for higher education in Oregon
The Legislature recently approved a total of $332.9 million for construction projects at a number of state campuses.
Prevailing wage bills being weighed by Oregon Legislature
A pair of companion bills that would change how prevailing wage is calculated for public construction projects are under consideration during the 2021 Oregon legislative session.
Grants awarded for seismic improvements in Oregon
Business Oregon, the state鈥檚 economic development agency, recently announced grant awards totaling $74.4 million for projects to seismically upgrade 35 public structures.
Oregon opportunity zone bill awaiting attention
A bill on the verge of reaching the floor of the Oregon House of Representatives would require opportunity zone funds in Oregon to provide information to state agencies.
A push to preserve state tax benefits for some
An affordable housing developer has jumped into the opportunity zone debate during Oregon鈥檚 2020 legislative session.
2020 Legislature: another climate change bill anticipated
The Oregon Legislature will convene on Monday. At the top of the agenda for Democrats is cap-and-trade legislation that would limit carbon emissions.
Oregon lawmakers tackling a new cap-and-trade bill
A climate change bill that could dominate the 2020 Oregon legislative session got its first public hearing last week as lawmakers try to find a compromise on a contentious issue.
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
