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Suspect Arrested in Fatal Stabbing of Gervais Man

The autopsy determined that the victim had been stabbed, resulting in his death.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Salem Police detectives have arrested a Keizer man in a fatal stabbing that occurred at a crash scene early in the morning on November 28.

Salem Police were called to the intersection of Liberty St SE and Superior St SE at approximately 1:37 am on November 28 on a report of a single vehicle into a tree.

Oregon Launches Plan to End New HIV Infections in State

Five-year plan focuses on testing, prevention, treatment

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Oregon today launched an initiative that will end new HIV infections in the state, building on decades of foundational work to introduce a new five-year plan focused on testing, prevention and treatment.

The initiative, called End HIV Oregon, envisions a state in which all new HIV infections are eliminated and where all people living with HIV have access to high-quality care, free from stigma and discrimination.

Early Morning Blaze Destroys Lebanon House

Cause Undetermined Following Investigation

(LEBANON, Ore.) - An early morning fire in the 100 block of Wheeler Street in Lebanon lit up the sky and destroyed a single family dwelling.

A passerby reported the fire to 911 at 3:20 a.m. and the Lebanon Fire District was notified at 3:21 a.m.

Highlighting Details of Trump`s Tax Plan

Trump has widely spoken about his plans to cut taxes for businesses, with the hope it will stimulate the economy.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Not all of the details of his proposed plans are known yet, but in a general sense, most expect the President-elect will be calling for income tax cuts across all areas including for individuals, businesses, and investments.

The plan Trump’s presenting calls for reducing tax brackets from seven to three, with rates that would be 12 percent, 25 percent, and 33 percent. The current top rate is 39.6 percent.

Is Oregon Good for Business?

Oregon’s recent legalization of marijuana is attracting a new industry and new group of entrepreneurs to the state.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Although business owners may complain about high fees and high capital gains tax rates, the lack of state sales tax and low corporate tax actually make Oregon very attractive to businesses.

In a recent study by Ernst & Young for the Council on State Taxation, Oregon tied with Connecticut for the lowest effective business tax rate.

What To Know About Investing In Marijuana Post-Election

The election of Trump as the next U.S. president has some investors nervous

(SALEM, Ore.) - Marijuana and its legalization remain controversial in the eyes of many people in the U.S., but initiatives are moving forward in many states to make it legal and accessible regardless.

Investors have been eyeing marijuana-related stocks and investment opportunities for quite some time, particularly considering 25 states and the District of Columbia have legalized the possession and distribution of medical marijuana.

UO Ducks Announce Decision to Fire Coach Helfrich

"Football Program Getting New Direction"

(EUGENE, Ore.) - Helfrich coached the Ducks to a 37-16 record after taking over from Chip Kelly in 2013.

After reaching the College Football Playoff championship game after the 2014 regular season, the Ducks fell to 9-4 in 2015 and then 4-8 this season, which ended Saturday in Oregon's first loss to Oregon State in nearly a decade.

Mixed Feelings on Fidel Castro`s Legacy

The Castro brothers have outlasted eleven U.S. presidents

(SAN FRANCISCO) - On November 25, 2016, Fidel Castro, Cuban revolutionary, died at age 90. The Cuban government will observe nine days of mourning for Fidel Castro.

After two days of observances in Revolution Plaza in Havana, Castro’s ashes will be transported across the country to the eastern city of Santiago de Cuba.

The Best of Pacific Interior Styles

Themes that are comforting and contemporary, with a feeling of tradition and history running through them.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Pacific coast of America has a great reputation for influencing the wider cultural landscape of the US in many ways, although it might surprise some residents to find that a unique approach to interior home decoration styles is one of them.

We all know that using different colors, fabrics and accessories can combine to create a particular feeling or atmosphere in a home to really help generate a distinct mood.

Falls City Woman Killed In Highway 99W Crash

The crash is still under investigation.

(POLK COUNTY, Ore.) - About 6 pm, OSP troopers and emergency personnel responded to the crash at the intersection of 99W and Suver Road.

The preliminary investigation revealed a 2002 Ford F250 was traveling westbound on Suver Road when it attempted to cross Highway 99W, where it was t-boned by a southbound 2010 Honda. After the impact both vehicles came to rest on the roadway.