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621 stories · Updated automatically as reporting is publishedOregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum announced a $391.5 million settlement with Google for misleading users about location tracking. This historic settlement, the largest of its kind, man...
Salem Business JournalEconomists project that Oregon's tax revenue will exceed expectations by $4.97 billion, resulting in a $3.7 billion personal kicker for taxpayers in 2024. Some lawmakers are discussing suspe...
Salem Business JournalThe National Retail Federation anticipates a 6% to 8% increase in holiday retail sales, reaching up to $960.4 billion, despite inflation concerns. Online sales are expected to rise by 10% to...
Salem Business JournalA potential freight rail strike could significantly disrupt the U.S. economy, costing $2 billion daily and affecting various industries, including food, chemicals, and automobiles. Essential...
Salem Business JournalCapital FC hosted its annual CFC Soccer Ball Auction on November 19, raising significant funds for youth scholarships. Two upcoming fundraisers, the Christmas and New Year’s tournaments, w...
Salem Business JournalMaps Credit Union's Free Community Checking program in Marion and Polk counties enables members to contribute to local causes simply by using their debit cards. Last year, this initiative ge...
Salem Business JournalThe newly remodeled Salem Withnell Family YMCA opened on October 20 after four years of renovation. The 51,000-square-foot facility aims to serve the community with improved amenities, expan...
Salem Business JournalSmall Business Saturday, on November 26, 2022, is gaining popularity as Black Friday's appeal declines due to early holiday sales. Spending at independent retailers reached $23.3 billion las...
Salem Business JournalA Porch report identifies the best U.S. locations for DIY enthusiasts, highlighting the Salem metro area with 4.88 hardware stores per 10,000 residents. The COVID-19 pandemic spurred increas...
Salem Business JournalAt a Portland event, EPA’s Jennie Romer announced $751,550 in pollution prevention grants for Oregon, Idaho, and the Knik Tribal Council. These funds support initiatives that reduce pollut...
Salem Business JournalSalem's industrial real estate market shows diverse trends across zip codes. Central Salem has low vacancies and rising rents. South Salem faces elevated vacancies despite strong rents. Nort...
Salem Business JournalThe market is undergoing significant changes, driven by high inflation and rising interest rates. While Salem, Oregon is expected to remain stable due to its conservative growth patterns, th...
Salem Business JournalNew housing construction in the U.S. is declining, affecting first-time homebuyers. Despite a rise in multi-family units, median home prices remain high, peaking at $348,200 in early 2020. A...
Salem Business JournalSeveral developments are ongoing in Salem, including Checkpoint 221, a new food cart pavilion with 16 carts and a bar set to open by Christmas, and Travel Salem's relocation to a renovated f...
Salem Business JournalIn Oregon's competitive gubernatorial race, voters in Marion and Polk counties, especially Salem, will influence party majorities in the legislature. Democrats have held power for a decade,...
Salem Business JournalA survey of 3,351 job seekers reveals that resumes are, on average, 73% accurate in Oregon, slightly above the national rate of 72%. Finance applicants tend to have the lowest accuracy at 34...
Salem Business JournalThe Mid-Willamette Valley Homeless Alliance in Salem has launched a comprehensive plan to tackle chronic homelessness among unsheltered adults in the Marion-Polk region, where 62% are affect...
Salem Business JournalThe residential real estate market is still active despite cooling compared to previous years, with low inventory at 2.6 months. This is a favorable time for seniors to sell, leveraging home...
Salem Business JournalOn November 26th, the Salem Main Street Association will host a Winter Holiday kickoff with a parade and tree lighting to enhance downtown's festive spirit and support local businesses. Emph...
Salem Business JournalAlfredo Mendez and Liliana Perez founded El Torito Meat Market in McMinnville 20 years ago, growing it into a prominent Mexican market in Oregon with seven locations. Originally a meat marke...
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