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Lloyd Center music venue rising in Northeast Portland
Construction is under way in Northeast Portland on a two-story, 66,156-square-foot building set to open in 2027.
Copper, lumber drive rising construction costs
Construction costs rose 2.7% in Q2, led by higher prices for copper and lumber. Data center demand fuels growth, but tariffs pose risks.
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.
Emerick Construction hit by lawsuits and license issues
Emerick Construction is facing lawsuits and complaints, and recently had its license suspended temporarily over unpaid debts, project issues, and contract disputes across Oregon.
Black Dreams Construction
Junior McDonald launched Black Dreams Construction to serve Portland homeowners and support workforce development in the construction industry.
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
