Bob Moore, the founder of Bob's Red Mill, passed away at 94. He built a global brand known for whole grains and implemented an employee-ownership plan. His philanthropic efforts supported nutritional research in Oregon.

Daimler Truck North America delivers two Freightliner eCascadias to Goodwill in New Mexico, boosting sustainable transport with state's first electric trucks.

Polls reveal Portland residents feel the city is on the wrong track with concerns about homelessness, safety, and taxes overshadowing progress efforts.

A federal court has ordered Portland's Pizzicato restaurant chain to pay $540K for illegal tip pooling and labor violations, including underage worker endangerment.

BKM Capital Partners bought Airport Way Corporate Park in Portland for $24.5 million, planning to invest $1.3 million in upgrades and renaming it PDX Distribution Center. The 140,693-square-foot industrial park is 97% occupied.

Columbia Sportswear is laying off staff at its Oregon HQ due to economic challenges and a poor fourth quarter. CEO Tim Boyle cites personnel costs outpacing business growth and aims for future savings.

Portland General Electric issues a major RFP for renewable and non-emitting energy projects to meet Oregon's clean energy goals, with operation start dates between 2025-2027.

Oregon's timber industry, benefiting from 1990s tax cuts, could gain more from a new wildfire fighting fund, while a counter proposal suggests taxing the industry to restore lost public service funding.

Oregon is considering a bill that would transfer wildfire fighting costs from forest owners to state taxpayers, amid controversy over the timber industry's influence and Senator Steiner's connections to the industry.

U.S. gas prices are slightly rising overall, with the national average at $3.13 per gallon. Oregon sees a drop to $3.62. Higher future prices may result from crude oil market trends and seasonal factors.

Oregon's Department of Revenue offers free electronic tax filing options and Speedy refunds via direct deposit, introducing Oregon Free Fillable Forms and Direct File Oregon for residents.

Jeffrey Fucile, a 67-year-old man with dementia missing since January 23, was found safe. The Portland Police Bureau thanked the community for their help in the search.

A 25-year-old man was fatally shot in a motel parking lot in Portland; no arrests have been made. The Medical Examiner ruled it a homicide by gunshot.