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One Person Dies and Several Hurt in Crash NW of Salem

One driver is in custody with OSP troopers while the investigation continues.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Oregon State Police troopers are investigating a three vehicle fatal traffic crash on Highway 221 (Wallace Road NW) north of Salemtowne near milepost 17 in Polk County.

Merkley: Bill Headed to Obama Makes Historic Improvements in American Health Care

“I thank those in the House – especially Representatives Blumenauer, DeFazio, Schrader, and Wu – who stood with American families and small businesses last night to pass and improve health care reform” -Senator Jeff Merkley

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - Last night, the House passed historic health care reform legislation that will extend health care coverage to millions of Americans, end insurance industry abuses, help contain costs for millions of families and small businesses, and cut hundreds of billions of dollars from the national debt.

Southern Oregon Motorcycle Club Member Sentenced

Back to the 50's in the attitude toward motorcycle clubs.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Oregon Attorney General's Office sent out a news release today stating that "A total of seven members of the North Valley Chapter of the Vagos Outlaw Motorcycle Club have been convicted of charges ranging from robbery and kidnapping to burglary and coercion."

U.S. Senate Passes Nowruz Resolution

PAAIA would like to extend its deep appreciation to Senators Menendez and Cornyn for their leadership, and to the many Iranian Americans around the country who contacted their Senators to educate them about Nowruz and to express their support for the resolution.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - Today, the U.S. Senate passed by unanimous consent the Nowruz resolution sponsored by Senators Robert Menendez (D-NJ) and John Cornyn (R-TX).

Last Gasp For Bird-Killing Chemical

Carbofuran, which is produced by FMC Corp, is an insecticide used to kill pests on corn, soy beans, cotton, potatoes, and other crops.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - Opening arguments were heard in an appeal starting today in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia that will decide the fate of carbofuran, one of the most toxic pesticides to birds.

Officer Involved Shooting in Portland

A man is dead following a police shooting in Portland.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Few details are in, but around 3:05 p.m. today Portland Police officers responded to the Hoyt Arboretum on a call of a disturbance in the area of the park.

Detective Mary Wheat with the Portland Police Bureau, said an officer arrived on scene; shortly later the officer reported that shots had been fired and requested immediate medical response.

ADD, ADHD, Autism & Alcoholism: Fake Lethal Therapy & Rich Doctors

Patients use it because it is successful, NOT because it is addicting and if they run out they do NOT have serious withdrawal.

(MOLALLA, Ore.) - You should not wonder at the title, but it is based on facts. Specialty months-long expensive clinics have advertised to guarantee cures for all of them.

I’ll start with the first three. Medical Marijuana doctors in California found out almost by accident that cannabis/marijuana helped (ameliorated!) these young patients making them tractable enough to be near normal, a blessing for over wrought mothers (and fathers).

19-Year Old Dies in Downhill Skateboard Crash

Witnesses say the man was riding down SW Autumnview St. when his skateboard lost a wheel.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - On Friday, Sheriff's Deputies responded to a skateboard crash involving a 19-year old man in the community of Bull Mountain. He was pronounced dead after being transported to a local hospital.

Friday at 6:55 p.m., Sheriff's Deputies responded with Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue to a crash at 12558 SW Autumnview Street in the community of Bull Mountain. A 19-year old man who lives in the area had crashed on his skateboard and was not breathing.

Do Today`s Addicts Attempt To Mask Their Masochism?

Clarity--like charity--truly begins at home!

(SALEM, Ore.) - During my 30-plus years as a medical social worker, I've had many clients whose diagnosis included a history of drug abuse. While no two cases are exactly the same, some parallels are often uncovered. This article reflects my observations but is by no means formal research.

Comprehending Israel`s Bigger Picture

If the general American public ever fully realizes how much death and suffering THEY have caused in Israel's name, to say nothing of THEIR own cost in blood and treasure, the odds are very high that there will be a convulsion

(DUBAI) - The American-Israeli Public Affairs Committee and its cohorts have manufactured a broad level of support among the American public, but it is based on a mix of indifference, ignorance and low-level indoctrination.