Shows tagged as: economy

Mon, Apr 29 2013

School Funding On The May Ballot

There are ten local school funding measures on the May 21 special election ballot. Will you be affected?

Wed, Apr 24 2013

Talking Business

Portland Business Journal editor, Rob Smith, joins us for a business news update.

Fri, Mar 29 2013

Study Predicts Rising Health Care Claims

How much will individual health costs rise over the next five years? A study by the National Society of Actuaries predicts as much as 31 percent. 

Tue, Mar 26 2013

Talking Business

Portland Business Journal editor Rob Smith joins us for a business news update.

Wed, Mar 20 2013

Our Town: Montavilla

The next stop in the Our Town series is Portland's Montavilla neighborhood.

Tue, Mar 19 2013

American Winter

American Winter profiles Portland families struggling to make ends meet in the aftermath of the great recession.

Tue, Mar 12 2013

Researchers Detail A Possible Oregon Carbon Tax

Economists with Portland State University have just released a report about how a tax on carbon could work in Oregon. 

Mon, Mar 4 2013

Should We Follow Canada And Abandon The Penny?

With Canada abandoning the penny and President Obama calling it "obsolete," how long will the U.S. penny be around?

Fri, Feb 15 2013

Revenue Forecast Reaction

We'll discuss the quarterly revenue forecast released today with one of the Ways and Means Committee Co-chairs.

Wed, Jan 30 2013

Gauging Oregon's Rental Market Economy

What does Oregon's tight rental market mean for renters, property owners, and the rest of the economy?

Tue, Jan 15 2013

Peter Laufer Wants Yesterday's News Tomorrow

Noted journalist Peter Laufer advocates a movement toward Slow News — both a media critique and a nod to the Slow Food movement.

Tue, Jan 8 2013

Talking Business

Portland Business Journal editor Rob Smith joins us for a business news update.

Wed, Jan 2 2013

Three Oregon Congressmen Vote Against Fiscal Cliff Compromise

Oregon Representatives Earl Blumenauer, Peter DeFazio, and Kurt Schrader — all Democrats — voted against the fiscal cliff compromise.

Tue, Dec 18 2012

Recommending Criminal Justice Changes

We'll talk with two members of Oregon's Commission on Public Safety about their new recommendations for the state's corrections system.

Thu, Dec 13 2012

News Roundtable

A special Thursday edition of our weekly News Roundtable.

Tue, Dec 4 2012

Looking At Changes In The Real Estate Market

Is the housing market finally turning around?

Mon, Dec 3 2012

Paying For College Without Going Into Debt

A group of Portland State University students is pushing a proposal that would allow students to enroll in college without going into debt.

Mon, Nov 26 2012

How Important Is Cyber Monday?

We'll talk a look at the start of the holiday shopping season and what effect Cyber Monday will have on Oregon's economy.

Thu, Nov 8 2012

Looking at Community Newspapers

We'll explore the turf war brewing between the publishers of the Forest Grove News Times and the Forest Grove Leader. 

Wed, Oct 31 2012

Talking Business

Portland Business Journal editor Rob Smith joins us for a business news update.

Mon, Oct 15 2012

Labor Commissioner Race

State Senator Bruce Starr is challenging incumbent Labor Commissioner Brad Avakian in this nonpartisan statewide race.

Wed, Oct 10 2012

Talking Business

We check-in with Portland Business Journal editor Rob Smith about the latest business news.

Thu, Oct 4 2012

Reaction to the First Presidential Debate

Did you watch the presidential debate? What did you think?

Wed, Sep 26 2012

Longshore Union Negotiations Heating Up

Negotiations between the local longshore union and grain exportors may get messy this weekend.

Mon, Sep 17 2012

Hasso Hering Steps Down

After 34 years, the editor of the Albany Democrat-Herald is stepping down.

Tue, Aug 21 2012

Failure to Appear in Court

Warrants are piling up in cash-strapped Josephine County, where defendants are skipping their scheduled appearances in court.

Mon, Aug 13 2012

Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan

Now that Mitt Romney has chosen Paul Ryan as his running mate, what might that choice mean for Northwest voters?

Mon, Aug 13 2012

Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan

Now that Mitt Romney has chosen Paul Ryan as his running mate, what might that choice mean for Northwest voters?

Wed, Aug 8 2012

On the Job: Falconer

What is it like when your co-workers are birds of prey?

Fri, Jul 27 2012

Cybersecurity Act

The U.S. Senate is scheduled to take up the Cybersecurity Act soon. What would it do exactly?

Wed, Jul 25 2012

The 100 Thing Challenge

Dave Bruno got rid of all but 100 of his possessions and inspired minimalists the world over with his book and blog about the 100 Thing Challenge.

Mon, Jul 23 2012

Seniors Affected by Foreclosure

The AARP found that a large number of Americans over 50 are falling victim to the mortgage crisis. 

Wed, Jul 11 2012

How We Live: Tiny Houses

To launch a new series exploring how — and where — we live, we explore tiny houses.

Mon, Jul 9 2012

The Latest on the Columbia River Crossing

What's the latest in the quest to replace the aging I-5 bridge over the Columbia River?

Thu, Jul 5 2012

Fire Chief Erin Janssens

We'll talk with Portland's first female Fire Chief as she wraps up her first month on the job.

Wed, Jun 20 2012

Talking Business

We check in with Portland Business Journal editor Rob Smith about the latest business news.

Mon, Jun 18 2012

Distressed Oregon Counties

We'll check in with Curry county which — like many timber-dependent counties — appears to be on the brink of financial disaster — and we'll talk with the Oregon Secretary of State about the health of all 36 counties.

Thu, May 31 2012

Privatization of Washington Liquor Stores

After 78 years of state liquor sales, alcohol will be back on the shelves of Washington grocery stores Friday.

Thu, May 24 2012

Statehouse Update

A committee of lawmakers in Salem heard a somewhat optimistic revenue forecast this week. We'll get an update about the state of the budget and other news from the Capitol.

Tue, May 15 2012

Poverty in Clark County

Analysts are seeing poverty increase in Clark County, Wash. — particularly among single women.

Tue, May 8 2012

The Oregon Wine Experience

The Oregon wine industry pumps an estimated three billion dollars into the Oregon economy annually. We'll check in on the health of the industry. 

Tue, May 1 2012

May Day 2012

Protestors around Portland will roll out a series of loosely coordinated demonstrations on May Day. 

Thu, Apr 26 2012

Timothy Geithner Reaction

On Wednesday afternoon Dave Miller spoke with Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner. On Thursday morning, we'll rebroadcast their conversation and get reactions to what the Secretary had to say.

Wed, Apr 25 2012

1:30 pm Special with Timothy Geithner

At 1:30 p.m. Dave Miller will talk to U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner at an event live from the Portland City Club.

Tue, Apr 24 2012

Empty Coffers in Curry County

The combination of the down economy and the eminent loss of federal timber dollars has made Curry County one of the worst-off in Oregon. 

Fri, Mar 9 2012

Timber Payments and Curry County

We'll get the latest on the plans to extend federal timber payments and the idea of a local sales tax to shore up the budget in Curry County.

Mon, Feb 27 2012

Help for Oregon Homeowners

How might new rules about about mortgage lenders put out by the Oregon Attorney General's office — and two Oregon legislative proposals on the same subject — affect homeowners?

Wed, Feb 8 2012

Reading the Revenue Tea Leaves

The Oregon Office of Economic Analysis releases its quarterly revenue forecast Wednesday morning. How will these numbers affect budget negotiations in the short legislative session?

Wed, Jan 25 2012

Health System Transformation

The state has been working to transform the way it delivers health care. We'll ask, how's it going?

Wed, Jan 18 2012

Talking Business

Portland Business Journal editor Rob Smith joins us to discuss local mergers and acquisitions, new exports at the Port of Portland, and increasing losses at the zoo and other Metro-run venues.

Tue, Jan 10 2012

Sustainable Building?

The Oregon Sustainability Center is designed to boost the economy and reflect of the state's commitment to the environment, but critics question the project's financing and feasibility.

Thu, Dec 29 2011

The New Poverty

Earlier this year we asked: what's it like to be an Oregonian living in poverty in the 21st century? Some of the answers were surprising, so we're bringing you the conversation again.

Fri, Dec 23 2011

Voices of 2011

We wrap up our week of looking back on 2011 by bringing back a few of the most interesting and influential guests we had on the show — from arts and culture to politics and the economy.

Tue, Dec 20 2011

Reporters Look Back on 2011

OPB reporters join us to look back at the stories that shaped 2011. What news was big for you?

Mon, Dec 5 2011

Fighting to Keep Union Alive

Union Mayor Bill Lindsley is trying to keep his small town economically viable, even as he sees people in his town — like those in other rural places — increasingly move to bigger cities.

Fri, Nov 18 2011

Oregon Lottery Update

Since our show about the Oregon Lottery's plans to roll out new online games, the governor has put a hold on the program and three lottery employees have resigned. What's next for the Oregon Lottery?

Wed, Nov 16 2011

Talking Business

Our regular business chat focuses this week on the departure of locally-based companies, the cost of cleaning up Occupy Portland, and plans for Memorial Coliseum.

Tue, Nov 15 2011

What's Next for Occupy Portland?

Chapman and Lownsdale Parks are now closed. What's next for Occupy Portland?

Fri, Nov 4 2011

Voting on Urban Renewal

Besides the First Congressional District primary, there are a few other things in some Oregonians' ballot envelopes. Voters in Clackamas County and Beaverton are voting on urban renewal proposals.

Mon, Oct 31 2011

Studded Tires

Should the state ban studded tires?

Wed, Oct 26 2011

Obama's Mortgage Proposal

What's the likely impact of President Obama's plan to help underwater homeowners with their mortgages?

Wed, Oct 19 2011

Right 2 Dream Too

There's a new homeless campsite in the middle of downtown Portland.

Fri, Oct 7 2011

Oregon Lottery Online

The Oregon Lottery is getting ready to launch some new games online. But the Lottery says those are not to be confused with "online gaming."

Tue, Oct 4 2011

Biomass Power in Vancouver?

What's at stake in the decision on whether or not to allow a biomass power plant in Vancouver?

Thu, Sep 22 2011

The New Poverty

What's it like to be an Oregonian living in poverty in the 21st century?

Mon, Sep 19 2011

Housing Update

Home foreclosure filings are on the decline in some parts of the state, but where is the housing market headed now? 

Wed, Sep 14 2011

Talking Business

Rob Smith, editor of the Portland Business Journal, returns for our regular business chat. We'll discuss how much local government employees earn and how layoffs at Bank of America will affect Oregon.

Fri, Sep 9 2011

Fighting Over Grain

Why is a longshoremen's union trying to block grain shipments to the Port of Longview?

Thu, Sep 8 2011

Ten Years After 9/11

How has your perception of the world changed since the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001?

Wed, Sep 7 2011

Money Problems in Oakridge

How did the city of Oakridge come to have a $420,000 budget gap?

Fri, Aug 26 2011

Newspaper Bankruptcy

The publisher of The Bend Bulletin and other area newspapers filed for bankruptcy this week.

Tue, Aug 16 2011

Self-Employment

Some people who lost their jobs in the recession decided to start working for themselves. How are they doing?

Tue, Aug 9 2011

Economic Check-In

Stocks are plummeting in reaction to the downgrading of the U.S. credit rating. What does all of this mean for Oregon's economy? What's your current economic indicator?

Tue, Aug 2 2011

Where Credit's Due

What's your reaction to the latest debt ceiling news?

Tue, Jul 26 2011

The Debt Ceiling

How will Oregonians be affected if Congress can't reach an agreement on raising the debt ceiling by August 2?

Wed, Jul 20 2011

Starting Up

How do new companies use public and private funds to help get their ideas off the ground?

Fri, Jul 8 2011

Green Chemical Potential

Portland State University released a white paper on Oregon's potential to be a leader in green chemistry. What does that mean exactly?

Tue, Jun 28 2011

Creating Jobs in Rural Oregon

What are rural communities in Oregon doing to create jobs?

Wed, Jun 22 2011

Claire Bolderson

BBC Newshour host Claire Bolderson joins us to discuss her visit to Oregon.

Thu, Jun 16 2011

The Cost of Business

What are state and local governments doing to lure businesses to Oregon?

Thu, May 5 2011

The Lipstick Economy

What's your personal economic indicator?

Wed, Apr 27 2011

Own or Rent?

We'll check in with an Oregon real estate expert about how the market looks — for buying, selling and renting.

Fri, Apr 22 2011

State Bank

Would a state-owned bank bolster the growth of farmers and small business owners?

Mon, Mar 14 2011

Food Access

What difference does access to grocery stores make in the lives of Oregonians?

Tue, Mar 8 2011

The Role of Unions

What's the role of unions in Oregon today?

Mon, Feb 21 2011

High Speed Momentum

How would high speed rail affect jobs and liveability in the Northwest?

Thu, Jan 20 2011

Portland's South Waterfront

How does development on Portland's South Waterfront serve as an economic indicator for the rest of the region?

Wed, Dec 22 2010

Oregon and Alcohol

We explore the growth of Oregon's alcohol industry.

Mon, Dec 20 2010

Unemployed for Ages

How people who have been unemployed for a long time are doing.

Thu, Dec 16 2010

Wage Woes

What is the ripple effect of comparatively low personal income on the state as a whole?

Wed, Nov 10 2010

Spore to Spoon: Mushrooms in Oregon

As increased availability and a bountiful harvest have driven prices down, how has the mushroom industry in Oregon changed?

Mon, Oct 18 2010

The State of Taxes

Will you be voting on Washington's I-1098? If it passes, could an income tax on high earners in Washington affect Oregon?

Thu, Oct 14 2010

Candidate Conversation: State Treasurer

Our election coverage continues with a conversation with the candidates for State Treasurer.

Mon, Sep 27 2010

Global Trade in the Northwest

How does global trade factor into economic recovery in the Northwest?

Wed, Sep 22 2010

Schools & Community

How much do community services help improve student performance?

Mon, Sep 6 2010

Labor Day Special: TOL's Rural Economy Tour

What makes rural economies thrive?

Wed, Aug 25 2010

Bracing for Bad Budget Numbers

What is the best response to a wider than anticipated hole in the state's budget?

Fri, Aug 13 2010

Oregon on Screen

What is Oregon's on-screen image... and how are the TV and film industries faring here?

Wed, Aug 11 2010

Sizing Up Your Genes

How is the business of direct-to-consumer genetic testing changing the field of medicine and the way we live our lives?

Thu, Aug 5 2010

The Crossing at a Crossroads

What are the stumbling blocks and bright spots in the plans for the new I-5 bridge?

Tue, Aug 3 2010

The Garbage Business

What role does garbage play in the economy of rural Northwest communities?

Thu, Jul 22 2010

Live from Haines: Ranching Roundtable

What are the changing economic realities of ranching in eastern Oregon?

Tue, Jul 20 2010

Live from Enterprise: Logging

Where do economic and environmental sustainability meet in the woods?

Tue, Jul 13 2010

Local Library

What's the role of the public library in your community?

Mon, Jul 12 2010

Foreclosing in Oregon

How are Oregonians being affected by high foreclosure rates, short sales and tight credit? 

Fri, Jul 9 2010

Million Dollar Ideas?

If you had a million dollars to fix one of Oregon's problems, how would you spend it?

Thu, Jul 8 2010

Juncture at Junction City

Should the new mental hospital in Junction City be completed? What are the options?

Mon, Jul 5 2010

Getting Back to Work

A Think Out Loud special about getting back to work.

Mon, Jun 28 2010

What Are Workers Worth?

As the state budget faces a half-billion dollar shortfall, should public sector employees pay a portion of their health care costs?

Wed, Jun 16 2010

Cleaning up the Gulf

What are folks from the Northwest seeing and doing in the Gulf of Mexico?

Tue, Jun 15 2010

Cutting Across the Board

What will nine percent cuts, across the board, mean for state services in Oregon?

Fri, Jun 11 2010

Getting Back to Work: Retraining

Do job retraining programs work?

Thu, Jun 10 2010

Getting Back to Work: Entrepreneurs

What does it mean to start a new job as your own boss?

Wed, Jun 9 2010

Getting Back to Work: Jobs and Identity

How does a job define who you are?

Fri, May 14 2010

Klamath Drought

What do farmers do when there isn't enough water to go around? 

Thu, Feb 4 2010

Paper, Plastic or What?

What would banning plastic bags mean for Oregon?

Tue, Nov 24 2009

Green Tax Breaks

How much can Oregon afford to offer alternative energy companies to locate here?  

Mon, Nov 23 2009

The Economics of the Death Penalty

As the recession batters county and state budgets, can Oregon and Washington continue to afford the high costs of capital punishment?

Fri, Nov 6 2009

Family Finances

How do you talk to your family about money?

Wed, May 27 2009

Students and Credit Card Reform

What access should students have to credit cards?

Thu, May 21 2009

Caring for Our Seniors

How is the recession affecting the way we care for our seniors citizens?

Fri, May 1 2009

Filmed in Oregon

What's the filmmaking scene in Oregon?

Mon, Nov 24 2008

Obama Holds 9 am Press Conference

What do you think of Obama's economic team?

Tue, Apr 22 2008

Classy Politics

How does your economic outlook affect your politics?