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America`s Political Shenanigans

It is not always as it seems...

(APTOS, Calif.) - A senator has an affair with the treasurer of his election campaign and political action committee, gives her a no-interest loan of $40,000, and pays $15,000 for her children's private school tuition.

After their affair becomes public, he fires her, gives her husband a lucrative lobbying job to keep him quiet, and his parents give her $100,000 as a "gift."

Hillsboro Police Arrest Man for Mistreatment

(HILLSBORO, Ore.) - Yesterday at 7:45 PM, Hillsboro police responded to a report of an 11 year old boy discovered standing near Baseline Rd and Brookwood Rd in his underwear. He was wet and cold and was discovered by a woman passerby who offered assistance and called police.

Portland Officer-Involved Shooting Update

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Portland Police are continuing their investigation into last night's officer-involved shooting involving an armed, barricaded man, who was shooting at police. After the fire was brought under control, police found the subject deceased. Since notification of family is complete, the Bureau can release the identitiy of the man; he is 46-year-old Craig Boehler.

Fire investigators are still trying to determine if the house is structurely safe for police and fire personnel to enter. There is still much of the investigation to be done. The investigation is continuing.

Second OSP Patrol Car Struck in One Day While Trooper Investigating Traffic Crash - Interstate 84 Near Multnomah Falls

(SALEM, Oregon) - A driver was cited by Oregon State Police (OSP) Monday night after she drifted across the fog line and sideswiped an unoccupied OSP patrol car on Interstate 84 near Multnomah Falls. This was the second OSP patrol car to be struck that day while the trooper was outside of the patrol car investigating another collision during icy conditions.

Red Cross Volunteers Help 2 People in West Salem Affected by House Fire

(Salem, Oregon) - Volunteers with the American Red Cross responded to a house fire Monday evening, November 22nd, in the 1900 block of Crozer Street NW in Salem.

The fire was reported at approximately 5:30pm. All tenants were able to escape the fire and no injuries were reported.

Red Cross Volunteers Help 9 People in Stayton Affected by House Fire

(Stayton, Oregon) - Volunteers with the American Red Cross responded to a house fire Monday evening, November 22nd, in the 18000 block of Old Mehama Road in Stayton.

The fire was reported at approximately 5:30pm. All tenants were able to escape the fire that destroyed the 2-story residence. One resident was treated and released for smoke inhalation.

Duck Volleyball Ranked No. 24 in AVCA Poll #13

(Eugene, Oregon) - Heading into the final weekend of the regular season, the No. 24 University of Oregon volleyball team (18-10, 6-10) enjoyed its 59th straight week in the American Volleyball Coaches Association Coaches Top 25 Poll released Monday.

Oregon Weather Outlook - Cold

(SALEM, Ore.) - Highs are not expected or go back above freezing until Wednesday, moderate winds with little or no snow accumulation. Numerous winter weather advisories in effect across Oregon.

Former OSP Trooper Facing Theft and Official Misconduct Charges in Umatilla County

(Pendleton, Oregon) - A former state trooper will be arraigned December 7th in Umatilla County Circuit Court on theft and official misconduct charges following an investigation into allegations he falsified time cards and stole gasoline using a department issued gas card.

George Fox University presents annual Christmas concert

More than 130 student musicians will participate in event

(Newberg, Oregon) - George Fox University’s annual Christmas concert, “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear!,” returns to campus Friday through Sunday, Dec. 10-12. All performances will be held in Bauman Auditorium on the university’s Newberg campus.