Metro Council is considering a $300 million redevelopment of Portland Expo Center into a sports and cultural complex to boost the city's economy and acknowledge its history.

A federal judge halted the proposed $24.6 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons, following the FTC's concerns about reduced competition and higher consumer prices.

Quaintrelle, a fine dining restaurant in Portland, is set to permanently close after an eight-year run, with its final service on New Year's Eve. The upcoming Greek restaurant Tréla plans to open in mid-December.

Boeing plans to lay off 50 employees from its Gresham facility, part of a 10% global workforce reduction due to financial challenges and a machinists strike.

The derelict former Gordon's Fireplace Shop in Portland is set for a December auction with a starting bid of $225,000, following past neighborhood grievances and police calls.

A former Shari's restaurant employee files a class action lawsuit alleging illegal termination without notice, while the Oregon Lottery seeks repayment of debts from the chain.

The James Beard Public Market Foundation has secured a location in downtown Portland for a year-round public market, reviving a plan dormant since 2016. Support from the city and tourism agencies is set to make it a culinary and cultural hub by 2026.

Wells Fargo plans to exit its Oregon offices by 2025, impacting over 1,000 employees amidst a broader pattern of layoffs and workforce reduction across its operations.

Shari's Cafe & Pies has permanently closed all its Oregon locations, ending a decades-long legacy in the state, with employees notified abruptly and little communication from the parent company.

Ōkta, a fine-dining restaurant in McMinnville, Oregon, has closed unexpectedly. The chef, a James Beard semifinalist, helped establish its brief, acclaimed presence in the local culinary scene.

Two Portland restaurants, Alpenrausch and Pasar, were featured on Bon Appetit's "20 Best New Restaurants of 2024" list, highlighting the city's diverse culinary scene.

U.S. Bank will not renew its lease for the U.S. Bancorp Tower in Portland but affirms there will be no job cuts, relocating employees to Gresham instead.

The Hillsboro Police Blotter outlines various local police incidents, ranging from bike theft to hit and runs, and includes public efforts to ensure safety.