Oregon’s March jobless rate was steady — just before COVID-19’s impact hit
The Oregon Employment Department released its March jobless rate on Tuesday — unchanged, at 3.3 percent, because the data came from just before the…
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Oregon agency seeks public comment on Pacific Power rate hike request
The Oregon Public Utility Commission is hosting a public comment hearing via webinar, due to the current COVID-19 outbreak, to provide an…
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Wyden, Merkley call on SBA to issue emergency loans, grants ASAP, clarify rules
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., along with 17 colleagues, called on the Small Business Administration Friday…
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Wyden, Merkley urge SBA to lend to Oregon cannabis businesses
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., announced this week they are asking that the Small Business Administration be…
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Oregon rule allowing self-service gas extended 2 weeks
The Office of State Fire Marshal is extending by two weeks a temporary rules change that allows Oregon gas stations to provide self-service on a…
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Bend’s north end could see new Fred Meyer, Costco in next few years
A neighborhood meeting (by conference call) was held Thursday night on a major new development planned on Bend’s north end that could bring both a…
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Les Schwab Tires to furlough workers
A temporary furlough of Les Schwab Tire Centers employees begins Monday, but all stores will remain open, NewsChannel 21 confirmed…
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Oregon has record-breaking month in marijuana sales
According to Oregon’s Liquor Control Commission, marijuana sales in the state reached nearly $85 million last month. That’s more than a $20 million…
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Indian Head Casino extends closure to May 1, will still pay workers
The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs on Wednesday extended their voluntary closure of Indian Head Casino through May 1 but said it will continue…
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Fred Meyer to start limiting customer numbers
Starting Tuesday, only one person per 120 square feet will be allowed in Fred Meyer stores at once. An infrared device at the entrances will be used…
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C. Oregon golf courses still open, with social distancing policies in place
While many outdoor recreation areas have been closed to prevent groups of people from gathering, golf courses in Oregon are allowed to remain…
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Bend businesses showcase products virtually on First Friday
First Friday festivities usually take place in downtown Bend on the first Friday of the month. But with non-essential businesses closures, many…
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Oregon launches ‘Small Business Navigator’ website
Gov. Kate Brown announced Thursday the launch of the Coronavirus Small Business Resource Navigator, which will help connect small businesses to…
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Oregon, High Desert jobless claims soar, echoing US spike
The Oregon Employment Department said Thursday it received a record 92,700 initial claims for unemployment insurance benefits for the week starting…
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Gov. Brown issues 90-day ban on commercial evictions
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown on Wednesday issued an executive order placing a 90-day moratorium on commercial evictions for nonpayment, also strengthening…
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SAIF creates fund to help Oregon businesses respond to virus
A new resource will help eligible Oregon businesses pay for expenses tied to making their workplaces safer against the coronavirus and responding to…
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Oregon to allow self-serve gas for 2 weeks due to COVID-19 outbreak
Oregon, one of only two states with a ban on self-serve at gas stations, is suspending enforcement for two weeks due to COVID-19 and allowing…
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Bend hotel managers ‘disappointed’ by city’s new travel order
The city of Bend issued an executive order this week, discouraging tourists from visiting and any non-essential travel in town. As NewsChannel 21…
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Oregon BOLI: Workers’ final paychecks are owed in full
The Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries outlined Friday some state rules that both workers and employers need to follow as many businesses close…
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Busy C.O. truckers facing impacts of COVID-19 outbreak
A Redmond-based trucking company that works nationwide has had relatively few impacts from COVID-19 so far, though rest stop closures are starting to…
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