The Goldendale Pumped Storage Energy Project in Washington, favored by the FERC's environmental statement, balances state renewable goals with environmental and tribal concerns.

Alaska Airlines increases its Portland operations with over 20 new daily flights starting this summer, emphasizing its long-standing presence and dedication to offering a variety of travel options.

The Portland boat take-back program successfully removed over 100 derelict boats from local waterways, involving multiple agencies and community engagement.

TriMet and others are pushing to criminalize drug use on public transit in Oregon, proposing an amendment to Senate Bill 1553 without repealing Measure 110.

An Alaska Airlines flight made an emergency landing after a door plug detached midair due to missing bolts, raising concerns over Boeing 737 Max 9 safety and maintenance.

A former Boeing employee is campaigning to ground 737 Max jets after a recent incident where a flight had to return due to losing a door plug. The employee cites other serious incidents as grounds for immediate inspection and potential repairs.

TriMet offered free rides in Portland to honor Rosa Parks' legacy on her birthday, with educational events for youth and a commitment to accessible transport.

The Portland City Council unanimously approved a package to boost housing construction, offering tax breaks and easing zoning and permitting rules to include affordable units in new developments.

Portland's PBOT revealed a design to revamp 82nd Avenue, prioritizing pedestrian safety and neighborhood improvement, with construction starting in summer.

TriMet proposes to speed up its MAX Blue and Red Lines, reduce service disruptions with extended overnight maintenance, and may introduce night bus services to replace late-night light-rail trains.

Vandals in Northeast Portland sawed down traffic signs related to a new greenway project, exposing divides in community opinion on road safety and non-motorized commuter prioritization.

Angelica Espinosa becomes the first Latina chair of the PGE Foundation as Peggy Fowler steps down after a significant tenure. Espinosa's leadership is expected to build on the foundation's community support and philanthropy in Oregon.

Portland's SW Broadway will undergo renovations for bike safety, starting January 30, as part of PBOT's improvement project. This includes new passenger loading zones outside downtown hotels.