Scammers target teens in search of jobs, student loans
Giving up account information creates liability
Speaking to high school classes throughout Central Oregon about personal finance, Julie Rugg sees a lot of guilty expressions when … Read more
Ferry supporters push for service between Portland and Vancouver
Portland is “woefully lagging behind” fellow river cities around the globe, backers of an upstart … Read more
The best shopping holiday for travelers is not Black Friday
Those looking to score the cheapest airfares around this Thanksgiving holiday shopping season may have … Read more
Health Authority: Senior citizens should get a high-dose flu shot
A high-dose flu vaccine has been shown to be much more effective at keeping seniors … Read more
What you need to know about the 737 MAX plane
Boeing’s popular 737 MAX aircraft and one of its flight control systems are now in … Read more
Fidelity president’s message to women: Break the intimidation cycle
She thinks women are underserved by the financial industry and is using her position to change the landscape for women, minorities
Kathleen Murphy is fed up with the investment world being created by men in the … Read more
Women increase slightly in Microsoft’s workforce
Microsoft showed a small increase in the proportion of women in its employee ranks, rising … Read more
Toyota adds style to 2020 Corolla
Proving that Toyota executives are committed to injecting their automotive appliances with a vitality that … Read more
White dove release business flying high
Twenty-one white doves emerged from white wicker baskets one afternoon in downtown Detroit and launched … Read more
Mountain bike suspension company adds employees, warehouse space
CushCore launched two years ago in Bend
Adam Krefting and Dan Hallada are hoping to make an impact with mountain bike tire … Read more
Oregon pot prices plunge; sales soar
Rampant overproduction in Oregon’s market for legal, recreational marijuana has produced a 50 percent decline … Read more
Ford recalls 4 models
Dealers will asses and fix problem at no cost to owners
Ford issued four safety recalls in North America on Friday for recent models of SUVs … Read more
Paramount strikes deal with Netflix
Paramount Pictures has signed a multipicture deal with streaming giant Netflix Inc., Jim Gianopulos, chairman … Read more
Auto tariffs put on hold
The Trump administration is holding off on new car import tariffs as the government considers … Read more
Business People on the Move
• Roberta Benzen has joined EXIT Realty Bend, 805 SW Industrial Way, Suite 4. • … Read more
National business briefing
PG&E reassured After its stock plummeted over its possible role in California’s deadly wildfires, the … Read more
OLCC proposes new rules for recreational cannabis
Public comment open until Nov. 30
In an attempt to rein in the industry, the Oregon Liquor Control Commission will be … Read more
Regulator of California's largest utility eases bankruptcy concern amid fires
The head of California's Public Utilities Commission said he can't imagine allowing PG&E Corp., the … Read more
Smartphones rule at Nike’s new store
New York City flagship lets app define experience inside and outside the building
Nike has seen the future of brick-and-mortar shopping, and it revolves around your phone. The … Read more
Pot startup backed by John Boehner goes public
The cannabis startup backed by former Speaker of the House John Boehner is set to … Read more
FDA issues plan for e-cigarette restrictions
Plus: Ban on menthol cigarettes is in the works
The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday announced a series of restrictions aimed at combating … Read more
Ikea wants to divert polluter to make wares instead
Ikea wants to turn rice straw into household wares in a move that could end … Read more
National business briefing
Stocks halt skid; Brexit roils pound U.S. stocks rose for the first time in six … Read more
Convenience store could replace Westside Shell on Galveston
Longtime operator relocates Bend auto repair business
The only items other than gasoline for sale at Westside Shell are cigarettes, windshield washer … Read more
Fires would exceed PG&E’s insurance
If found responsible, Pacific Gas & Electric would not have enough coverage
LOS ANGELES — In a grim sign for the Northern California utility giant, Pacific Gas … Read more
H-1B visa alternative hits record
Even as the number of new foreign students enrolling in U.S. post-secondary schools has fallen … Read more
DuPont Co. to buy back over $6B in debt
Two of the biggest corporate borrowers in America are preparing to buy back billions of … Read more
PlayStation begins to collect levy in Chicago
CHICAGO — PlayStation users in Chicago Wednesday began paying a 9 percent tax on streaming … Read more
Oregon orders Impact Health to stop forging signatures
Consumers who filled out survey are at risk
Impact Health Inc. has been told to stop forging consumer’s signatures on insurance documents, violating … Read more
National business briefing
Uber lost $1.07B in third quarter Uber said Wednesday it lost $1.07 billion in the … Read more
Redmond Airport adds temporary parking to relieve shortage
Holiday travelers advised to check parking camera
Heading into the busiest travel season of the year, the Redmond Airport wants to warn … Read more
RiverBend Brewing to close pub
Brewery will remain open
Sunday will be the last day of business for RiverBend Brewing Sports Pub, which opened … Read more
Pilots say Boeing did not disclose a jet’s new control feature
Boeing didn’t tell airline pilots about features of a new flight-control system in its 737 … Read more
Juul to stop selling most of its flavors
The company will also halt its social media campaigns after pressure from FDA, public
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Facing mounting government pressure and a public backlash over the epidemic of … Read more
Amazon HQ2: What do the locations get?
Amazon.com will donate land for a new grade school near its new Long Island City … Read more
