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Biden signs order prioritizing federal grants for projects with higher worker wages
President Joe Biden on Friday signed an executive order for federal grants that will prioritize projects with labor agreements, wage standards, and benefits such as access to child care and apprenticeship programs.
Scabby the Rat gives bite to union protests; is he at the tail end of his relevancy?
For decades, a giant, inflatable rat with beady eyes, sharp teeth and a pustule-covered belly has loomed over union protests, drawing attention to various labor disputes.
Lawsuit seeks return of forced union fees in Oregon
Seeking the return of millions of dollars of forced union fees, 12 Oregon public employees filed a federal class-action lawsuit against the state's three largest public sector unions, a smaller union, and affiliates.
Attorneys weigh in on potential impacts of Supreme Court ruling
While public-sector unions may have taken a hit from a recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court, legal experts say ramifications of the court鈥檚 decision in Janus v. American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees are not likely to extend to private-sector trade unions.
VIDEO: Courthouse project taking shape
The new Multnomah County Courthouse project is steadily climbing, floor by floor, as general contractor Hoffman Construction works on the planned $315 million, 17-story replacement for the existing courthouse on […]
Construction industry reps decry NLRB ruling
Although a recent landmark decision by the National Labor Relations Board stemmed from a complaint involving workers at a recycling plant, construction officials say it could easily throw a wrench into relations between general contractors and subs.
Organizing unions online? There may be an app for that
There isn't an app available right now for workers looking to start unions in their workplaces, but employment lawyers say it's just matter of time before one pops up.
Union approves new contract with contractors association
Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 290, which has more than 4,000 members throughout Oregon, Southwest Washington and Northern California, voted 552-272 to approve a two-year contract with the Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Association.
Video: Labor groups speak out on May Day
The rain didn't keep away hundreds of protesters who gathered on Tuesday to protest injustices against workers. Among the groups were the Pacific Northwest Council of Carpenters and the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades Local 10.
Video: Labor groups speak on May Day
Labor groups gathered in the South Park Blocks in Portland to celebrate May Day.
Unions reps protest against R&H Construction
Representatives of the Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters marched outside the Multnomah Athletic Club in Portland Wednesday in protest of work being performed there by R&H Construction. According to […]
Photos: Occupy Portland protest on Steel Bridge
Protesters against job cuts gathered this morning on the eastern side of the Steel Bridge near Portland's Rose Quarter.
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
