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`Spiritual Warrior` James A. Ray Charged With 3 Counts of Manslaughter

How The hopes and expectations Of Spiritual Materialism are shaping many lives.

(LAGUNA BEACH) - "Jesus was saying to those Jews who had believed Him, "If you continue in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine; and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free." John 8:31-32

Democrats and Republicans Vote to Override Veto on PERS Bill

In some cases, retirees have been ordered to pay back the difference months after the error, upending retirement plans and forcing some workers out of retirement.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Oregon Senate voted this morning to override a veto of Senate Bill 897 from the 2009 session. Democratic and Republican Leaders agreed that the bill is crucial to protecting public employees from unfair retirement calculation errors. The bill passed the Senate 28 – 0 in the 2009 legislative session.

Pres. Obama`s Proposed 2011 Budget Bolsters War on Drugs

Obama administration to expand drug war by tilting funds heavily toward law enforcement and away from treatment.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - According to 2011 funding “highlights” released this week by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), the Obama administration is expanding the war on drugs and focusing its funds toward law enforcement over treatment.

Bird Deaths May Trigger Lawsuit Against Utility Cooperative

Power lines contribute to 75 percent decline in Newell’s shearwaters.

(KAUA‘I, Hawaii) - Four citizen groups have advised Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative (KIUC) of their intent to sue over its failure to prevent the continuing deaths of rare native seabirds.

Notice was sent to the electric utility company that its long-standing refusal to implement measures to protect Hawaiian petrels and Newell’s shearwaters from fatal collisions with its power lines violates the Endangered Species Act.

Foreclosure Rates in Salem Increase

Information based on the actual number of active mortgage loans rather than the total number of households in a given area.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Foreclosure rates in Salem have increased for the month of December over the same period last year, according to First American CoreLogic.

New Jersey Closing its Nose to Vapor Intrusion Crisis

Vapor Intrusion Rules Cast into Regulatory Limbo as Horror Stories Multiply.

(TRENTON, N.J.) - Rules seeking to accelerate indoor air sampling and provide more rapid response to toxic vapors seeping into homes, day-care centers and other buildings were recently set aside by New Jersey authorities and the new administration of Governor Chris Christie has pledged to kill them altogether, according to Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER).

Oregon Soldiers Tour Ancient City of Babylon

Mythological creatures, the Lion of Babylon, an endless list of amazing sites...

(BALAD, Iraq) - Oregon National Guard soldiers currently deployed to Iraq may be in a war, but they're also in one of the world's oldest and most fascinating places. Master Sgt. Thomas Hovie of Salem, Oregon is a non-stop video photographer and editor.

In this report showing soldiers of the 2-162 Infantry, Oregon National Guard, touring the ruins of the ancient city of Babylon and the palace of Saddam Hussein, Tom also doubles as reporter.

California Senators Voting Against Single-Payer Healthcare Received Twice as Much from Health Insurers

Some things are just too clear.

(BERKELEY) - The California State Senate voted last week to pass a single-payer health care bill.

Obama`s Suggestion that Americans Avoid Vegas Angers Mayor & Former Mob Attorney Goodman

The mayor of Las Vegas says the President's pending trip to Sin City will be an awkward one.

(LAS VEGAS, Nv.) - President Obama angered Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman this week, when he said that Americans impacted by the nation's economy shouldn't blow their money in Las Vegas. Goodman believes the statement will damage Las Vegas' economy.

Beaverton Sex Abuse Suspect Arrested in Panama

The suspect is charged with first-degree Sodomy and first-degree Sex Abuse.

(BEAVERTON, Ore.) - Beaverton Police were called to investigate a sex abuse allegation on November 15, 2008, at the YMCA, 4925 SW Griffith Drive, Beaverton. It was reported to have happened at 5:23 p.m. that day, according to Detective Pam Yazzolino with Beaverton PD.