Oakland A"s to explore relocation, with Portland in the mix of new cities
According to ESPN, the "likeliest possibility" for relocation for the A's would be Las Vegas as well, although expansion markets pitched by the MLB commissioner have included Portland, Vancouver, Nashville, Charlotte and Montreal......»»
: MLB tells Oakland Athletics to explore relocation over ballpark concerns
The Athletics seem poised to relocate to another city if a deal for a new stadium cannot be reached......»»
Forbes study finds Portland among top 10 worst cities for drivers; ranked worse than Seattle, Boston
Forbes study finds Portland among top 10 worst cities for drivers; ranked worse than Seattle, Boston.....»»
As other cities forge ahead, Portland is not embracing office-to-housing conversions
Data from brokerage CBRE shows other cities turning empty offices into housing, but not Portland......»»
Oakland A’s relocation to bring economic boost to Sacramento area
Local hotels and restaurants could benefit from the Oakland A’s presence......»»
Oakland airport is adding "San Francisco" to its name. SF is appalled.
Oakland Airport's proposed name change to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport already caused beef between the neighboring cities. Travelers waiting for their baggage at Oakla.....»»
Portland State University proposes full-scale arts complex for downtown Portland
The pandemic changed everything for American cities, including Portland. The days of massive downtown offices for hundreds of workers aren't coming back. Futurists believe tomorrow’s most successful cities will be vibrant hubs for the arts, for .....»»
Livability: These relocation programs offer unique incentives to inspire your big move
Across the U.S., relocation programs are offering creative incentives and benefits to entice professionals to move or return to specific cities or regions......»»
15 Airbnbs across the US with incredible kitchens and dining perks that foodies will love
These chef-equipped Airbnbs are a foodie's dream, located near some of the best restaurants in the US in cities like Austin, Portland, and more. If you buy through our links,.....»»
Opinion: Portland attorneys on why, in disaster law, failing to prepare means preparing to fail
The Jordan Ramis attorneys explore ways clients can prepare for the worst......»»
Portland Stories: Laura O. Foster, "Portland Stair Walks" author
Laura O. Foster has written many books leading readers on walking explorations of Portland and nearby cities; her latest is Portland Stair Walks, published by Portland’s Microcosm Publishing......»»
Five Things for Wednesday, including a growing grocery and a coworking closure
Good morning. Here are Five Things for Wednesday. Portland grocery chain New Seasons is opening new locations in two outlying cities. The company said Tuesday it was adding new stores in Lake Oswego and Vancouver, and it also announced the dep.....»»
Developers, local leaders explore Dayton"s strengths — and what the city should look like 20 years from now
For most midsize cities, competing with sprawling metros like New York City and Chicago is no easy task. But city leaders and local developers say Dayton is well positioned......»»
You can now buy $150 coronavirus tests from vending machines in Oakland airport. It"s the first US airport with the machines, which are also rolling out in other cities.
The coronavirus saliva tests require people to spit in a tub.....»»
Portland Advertising Federation ceases operations, becomes part of Pacific NW advocacy group
The group, which included the likes of Wieden+Kennedy, will now spread its footprint to other Northwest cities......»»
Peter Morici: Bloomberg’s plan to boost 10 depressed cities is a folly
Reskilling America and boosting mobility with relocation grants to workers would do more good than the federal government choosing 10 cities to advantage over the rest of the nation......»»
Portland still a top city for urban sustainability, report says
With a long history of policies and business oriented toward sustainability, one would expect Portland to rank at the high but other cities have been making bigger strides according to a new report. The Rose City ranks No. 10 among the top 50 U.S. .....»»
Cities explore electricity options that don"t include PG&E
Local cities are positioning for a future where Pacific Gas & Electric Co. may not be their electricity provider. The Davis City Council on Tuesday will vote on whether to formally support transforming bankrupt PG&E (NYSE: PCG) into a customer-own.....»»
San Jose, Oakland, Sacramento mayors unite behind plan to buy out PG&E
The mayors of Oakland, San Jose and Sacramento are among officials from more than a dozen Northern California cities and counties considering a plan to buy out PG&E for $50 billion, the Wall Street Journal reports. Under their proposal, PG&E (NYSE:PCG).....»»
Ultra-high-speed rail poses a solution for affordable housing, regional leaders say
Officials from Portland, Vancouver and two small Washington cities off interstate 5 discussed the benefits and challenges of using ultra-high-speed to spread growth throughout the Pacific Northwest......»»
Overrun by tourists, American cities take aim at hotels
Places such as Charleston, S.C., and Portland, Maine, are starting to feel pressure after a decade-long boom in tourism......»»