A former Intel engineer says a return-to-office mandate conflicted with an approved remote accommodation for his hearing impairment. He has sued in Marion County seeking reinstatement and about $800,000 in damages.

The Portland Business Journal's expanded Book of Lists names 1,015 metro employers and nearly 265,000 local jobs, offering a new tool for jobseekers and planners.

Les Schwab cut roughly 70 corporate roles at its Bend headquarters as the tire chain restructures central teams while continuing to expand stores nationwide.

The Parkrose Grocery Outlet will close June 27, but owner Don McKeever plans to relaunch the site this fall as an independent Parkrose Grocery with city and community backing.

Portland firms made a strong showing on the Portland Business Journal's 2026 Fastest‑Growing Companies list, spanning contractors, property managers and tech providers.

Two Oregon convenience stores sold jackpot-winning Megabucks tickets for the April 13 drawing, splitting an $11.1M prize and earning retailer bonuses.

Portland-born Salt & Straw is reportedly exploring a sale that could top $200 million as the brand expands into grocery and new markets.

PacificSource will lay off 97 Oregon employees, adding to hundreds of job cuts as the Springfield-based insurer reshapes operations amid financial pressure.

RNDC filed a WARN notice saying 146 Oregon jobs could be cut as the company finalizes the sale of its state operations; layoffs are set to start June 17.

Augusta Sportswear will close its Coburg plant in July, cutting 83 jobs as the company centralizes operations. The move follows a national consolidation into a new North Carolina hub.

Plaintiffs say Nike raised prices to cover tariffs and now stands to receive federal refunds; a Portland suit asks a judge to stop the company from keeping both.

Travel Oregon's 2025 report shows $14.6B in visitor spending, 122,900 jobs and nearly $742M in state/local tax revenue, with Portland hit by falling international arrivals.

Banner Bank is buying Aberdeen‑based Pacific Financial in an all‑stock deal valued at about $177M, creating an approximately $18B regional bank pending approvals.