Portland Public Schools is confronting a significant budget shortfall, potentially leading to the consolidation or closure of up to twenty schools. Superintendent Dr. Kimberlee Armstrong stated the district anticipates needing to make up to $65... — read more 

Archery manufacturer Bowtech will be closing its Eugene facility. This closure will result in the layoff of 42 employees. The company is relocating its operations to Texas. This move is part of a broader trend of Oregon companies announcing workforce... — read more 

Oregon's unemployment rate has significantly increased, now ranking as the third highest nationally. This rise began approximately three years ago, with the jobless rate hovering above 5% for the past year. Major layoffs at prominent companies like... — read more 

Salem-Keizer School District will reduce its staffing by 120 positions for the upcoming school year, including 62 teachers and 58 classified employees. This reduction is part of a $23 million budget cut aimed at addressing financial challenges... — read more 

Springfield's True Value distribution center will close by year's end. This closure will result in the layoff of all 62 employees at the facility. A staffing agency issued a WARN notice to state and local officials. Layoffs are scheduled to begin in... — read more 

Avamere Health Services will lay off 129 employees as it exits the skilled nursing sector. These job reductions will begin in September and continue through October. The company is transferring management of numerous long-term care facilities to... — read more 

WorkSource Oregon is providing comprehensive assistance to employees impacted by regional economic changes and wildfires. The organization offers on-site support teams and personalized help for affected individuals. Employers are encouraged to... — read more 

PeaceHealth is outsourcing its information technology services to India-based Tech Mahindra. This move aims to modernize IT functions, including service desk support. While leadership of IT strategy and cybersecurity will remain with PeaceHealth... — read more 

Daimler is ceasing operations at its Portland plant. This closure will result in the layoff of 375 employees. The decision comes shortly after the company announced its new engineering center. Portland, Oregon ... — read more 

Central Oregon school districts are implementing significant budget reductions for the upcoming school year due to declining enrollment, increased expenses, and insufficient state and federal funding. Bend-La Pine, Redmond, and Jefferson County... — read more 

Amazon's data centers in Eastern Oregon are equipped with diesel generators that could significantly pollute the air during a blackout. An investigation found these generators could emit twice the pollution of all cars and trucks in the state. While... — read more 

Southern Oregon University has revised its Vitality Plan, reinstating two academic majors previously slated for elimination. This adjustment comes after significant feedback from faculty and stakeholders. The university's overall goal of cutting over... — read more 

The Portland Trail Blazers have significantly reduced their broadcast staff. This move comes as part of ongoing organizational layoffs. Several long-term employees, including the play-by-play announcer, are departing. The announcer declined a... — read more 

Portland City Council narrowly approved a $10 million spending package to save 30 city jobs. The vote broke a tie, with the Mayor casting the deciding vote. This package also allocates $3 million for police training programs. The decision followed a... — read more 

Portland State University has finalized its layoff plan, reducing the number of affected faculty and academic staff from initial projections. The university will now see 36 faculty and academic staff lose their jobs, with three positions shifting to... — read more 

Corporate uncertainty at major employers like Nike and Intel is rapidly affecting local housing markets, even before official job losses occur. Potential homebuyers, sensing instability, are delaying major purchases due to job security concerns. This... — read more 

Oregon Health Authority leaders have canceled planned layoffs for nine employees. This decision comes after initial announcements and internal employee concerns about management's handling of budget issues. The agency cited ongoing discussions with... — read more 

Nordic Veneer has ceased operations at its Roseburg facility after 72 years in business. The company's final production day was July 2nd, leading to the layoff of most of its approximately 55 employees. Plant Manager Bayley Adams cited intense... — read more 

Portland State University is reconsidering some layoff notices issued to 52 faculty members. These notices were initially sent to address a $35 million structural budget deficit. The university is currently in negotiations with its faculty union to... — read more 

Amanda Garcia-Snell, a top Portland official, resigned with a severance package. She received over $91,000 and six months of health insurance. Garcia-Snell is the sixth agency director to leave with a payout in the last year. Total severance costs... — read more 

The University of Oregon aims to cut $65 million from its budget. It previously laid off over 100 employees and instituted a hiring freeze. President Karl Scholz announced the freeze to conserve resources. During this period, the university filed... — read more 

Oregon's registered nurses receive the nation's top hourly pay when adjusted for living costs. Asante and the Oregon Nurses Association are currently engaged in contract negotiations. Nurses express unease due to past economic uncertainties and... — read more 

Central Oregon school districts are implementing significant budget reductions for the 2026-27 school year. These cuts stem from declining enrollment, rising costs, and reduced state and federal funding. Bend-La Pine cut $7 million, Redmond $3.5... — read more 

TriMet announced extensive service and staffing cuts. These actions address a $300 million budget shortfall. The agency will eliminate over 400 positions and reduce 31 bus routes. Ridership has not returned to pre-pandemic levels, and operating costs... — read more 

Nike is undergoing significant restructuring to correct its business course. The company closed fitness studios and consolidated tech offices. Approximately 1,400 jobs were cut as part of this realignment. Nike also relocated its prominent New York... — read more 

Oregon's Work Share program offers an alternative to traditional layoffs. The Oregon Employment Department administers this initiative for businesses. It allows companies to reduce staff hours while employees receive partial Unemployment Insurance... — read more 

The Oregon Health Authority is cutting jobs due to a $90 million budget gap. Nine to ten higher-level staffers are being laid off by July 31. This initial round precedes an anticipated $421 million in federal Medicaid cuts. These future cuts could... — read more 

Perkins & Co has been acquired. CliftonLarsonAllen completed the acquisition. The deal resulted in layoffs. These layoffs affected employees in Portland. The acquisition reflects challenges for independent firms. Portland, Oregon ... — read more 

Community Health Centers of Lane County are laying off staff. These changes impact twenty-three positions. The organization faces a large financial deficit. A $2 million deficit is forecast for the next fiscal year. Declining revenue and rising costs... — read more 

Portland Public Schools approved its new budget. The board closed a $50 million budget gap. The budget eliminates 320 staff positions. This total includes 80 teacher roles. The new financial plan begins July 1. Portland, Oregon ... — read more 

St. Charles Health System eliminated 22 leadership positions. This action followed a reassessment of leadership roles. Twenty-three vacant positions will also remain unfilled. CEO Michael Hartke mentioned recent growth. Direct patient care staff were... — read more 

Asante health system is conducting layoffs while simultaneously recruiting new staff. CEO Tom Gessel explained this dual approach in an email to staff. He stated that the jobs being eliminated differ from those being filled. Business support roles... — read more 

Oregon's semiconductor companies report soaring stock prices. This growth is fueled by an artificial intelligence bo-m. Despite this, Oregon's semiconductor employment reached a 30-year low. Intel alone cut 6,000 jobs over the past two years. Other... — read more 

Under Armour is closing its current office in Portland, Oregon. Some functions will move to its Baltimore headquarters. Other roles will relocate to New York or a new Portland location. These changes are expected to be completed by 2026. The company... — read more 

Southern Oregon University leaders released a new financial plan this week. The proposal includes cutting approximately 66 full-time equivalent jobs. It also eliminates three undergraduate degree programs. These measures are expected to save the... — read more 

Reynolds School District faces significant budget cuts and layoffs. Oregon's school funding formula undercounts student poverty in the district. This undercount denies Reynolds an estimated $9 million in state funds. The district has eliminated staff... — read more 

Central Oregon school districts are implementing significant budget cuts for the 2026-27 school year. This is due to shrinking enrollment, rising costs, and reduced state funding. Bend-La Pine cut $7 million, Redmond $3.5 million, and Jefferson... — read more 

Portland Public Schools issued layoff notices to approximately 80 teachers. Dozens more educators remain unassigned to specific positions. The district announced cuts of about 300 jobs to address a $50 million budget gap. The Portland Association of... — read more 

The Portland teachers' union filed a class action grievance. This action targets Portland Public Schools regarding planned layoffs. The union reports 82 teachers received layoff notices. They claim 77 notices violate collectively bargained... — read more 

Les Schwab Tire Centers laid off 70 employees. These cuts occurred at its Bend, Oregon corporate offices. The company stated this is part of a restructuring effort. Approximately 430 employees remain at the headquarters. Laid-off workers will receive... — read more