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.

Three Portland teens pleaded guilty to arson for setting fires in Mt. Tabor Park and surrounding areas in summer 2022, with sentences involving probation and community service.

Portland sues journalist and OPB to block release of clean energy fund contributors, citing taxpayer confidentiality, despite DA ruling favoring disclosure.

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