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High-tech dominates Oregon's economy, sparking worries as it wobbles

In Hillsboro and other Portland-area communities that have been riding the tech boom for decades, how long can the good times last? Read moreHigh-tech dominates Oregon's economy, sparking worries as it wobbles

Three arrested following chase, manhunt in Washington County involving drone, K-9

Suspects from Beaverton, Cornelius and Hillsboro are facing charges after the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and Hillsboro Police Department used a drone and … Read moreThree arrested following chase, manhunt in Washington County involving drone, K-9

Kotek proposes $200 million for semiconductor plan

Governor: 'We take this opportunity seriously,' but she leaves it to lawmakers to fashion details early in the 2023 session to attract federal money. Read moreKotek proposes $200 million for semiconductor plan

Hillsboro Starbucks employees file for union election

Workers at a Hillsboro Starbucks have filed for a union election, becoming the 25th Oregon store to organize, according to a recent filing with the National Labor… Read moreHillsboro Starbucks employees file for union election

Seafood eats, tech expansion and brewfests hit Beaverton, Hillsboro this month

Beaverton is soon to be home to a new seafood restaurant and a $1 billion expansion to a tech company, while Cedar Hills and Hillsboro have events in February to … Read moreSeafood eats, tech expansion and brewfests hit Beaverton, Hillsboro this month

Hillsboro police arrest man wanted for murder in Intel parking lot

Steven Milner, 55, of Clackamas County, was arrested on Jan. 31 on suspicion of murdering Kenneth Fandrich, 56, of Oregon City, an Intel contractor. Read moreHillsboro police arrest man wanted for murder in Intel parking lot

Intel sees more cuts after reporting 32% less revenue in fourth quarter

Intel has announced big cuts this year, including pay and benefit reductions, as the computer chip manufacturing giant attempts to right the ship after a series o… Read moreIntel sees more cuts after reporting 32% less revenue in fourth quarter

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In first public appearance since crash, Bonamici presents $4M for Beaverton's Downtown Loop

The congresswoman, who suffered a concussion after she and her husband were hit by a car while crossing a street in Portland last month, says she is focused on improvi… Read moreIn first public appearance since crash, Bonamici presents $4M for Beaverton's Downtown Loop

Washington County Sheriff’s Office seeks missing woman last seen in downtown Portland

Onedonna Inthavong was last seen in downtown Portland on Wednesday, Jan. 31. Read moreWashington County Sheriff’s Office seeks missing woman last seen in downtown Portland

UGB is expanding again in Washington County

Tigard will get moving on planning for the next phase of River Terrace, which could add 4,500 new homes to the city. Construction isn't expected to start before 2026. Read moreUGB is expanding again in Washington County

Adrienne Nelson's nomination to U.S. judgeship advances again

Committee moves it to a vote of the full Senate, which failed to conclude action at the end of last year, when the 117th Congress expired. Read moreAdrienne Nelson's nomination to U.S. judgeship advances again

Hillsboro to flush water mains in 2023

The Hillsboro Water Department is beginning a year-round unidirectional flushing program that city officials say will help improve the water system and prepare for the… Read moreHillsboro to flush water mains in 2023

New Seasons Market in Beaverton is chain's first suburban store to unionize

Meanwhile, United Food and Commercial Workers Local 555 is still disputing the outcome of a failed vote to unionize at the Orenco Station New Seasons Market in Hillsbo… Read moreNew Seasons Market in Beaverton is chain's first suburban store to unionize

With job cuts imminent, anxiety rises among Intel employees

The chipmaker, with 22,000 employees in Hillsboro alone, is expected to lay off thousands in the wake of poor revenues.

Seafood eats, tech expansion and brewfests hit Beaverton, Hillsboro this month

Beaverton is soon to be home to a new seafood restaurant and a $1 billion expansion to a tech company, while Cedar Hills and Hillsboro have events in February to cap off Dry January.

Hillsboro police arrest man wanted for murder in Intel parking lot

Steven Milner, 55, of Clackamas County, was arrested on Jan. 31 on suspicion of murdering Kenneth Fandrich, 56, of Oregon City, an Intel contractor.

Three arrested following chase, manhunt in Washington County involving drone, K-9

Suspects from Beaverton, Cornelius and Hillsboro are facing charges after the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and Hillsboro Police Department used a drone and tracking dog to find them in the dark.