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What Should Businesses Know Following the News of the Election?

There's a possibility of a traditional Republican leadership style.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The U.S. Presidential election was more than a simple process to elect a new president. Rather, it was an ideological showdown between Hillary Clinton, a career politician who was the obvious choice in the eyes of most voters, journalists and business owners.

Then, there was Donald Trump. Someone well-versed in businesses, but seen as a complete outside to the political arena with no governing experience.

American Heartburn

Taking one day at at time seems to be the consensus.

(Pender Island, BC) - Economics Nobelist Paul Krugman wonders: “Is America a failed state and society? It looks truly possible.

"I guess we have to pick ourselves up and try to find a way forward, but this has been a night of terrible revelations, and I don’t think it’s self-indulgent to feel quite a lot of despair.”

Slick Santiam Pass Kicks Off Winter Driving Conditions

Precarious driving conditions are upon us. Be Prepared.

(SANTIAM PASS, Ore.) - A crash on the Santiam Pass was reported by Oregon State Police, whereas a pickup lost control and struck an @OregonDOT snowplow. There were no injuries, but it was a vivid announcement that Winter driving conditions are here.

If you travel in Oregon’s winters, you will encounter snowplows and sanding trucks. Be Prepared before leaving on a road trip of any length. The Oregon Dept of Transportation recommends that you take your time, and plan the trip cautiously for a successful journey.

Highway 34 Crash Takes Life of Salem Man

OSP is seeking any persons who witnessed this crash to call 503-375-3555.

(LINN COUNTY, Ore.) - OSP Troopers and emergency personnel responded to the report of a multiple vehicle crash blocking Highway 34 near milepost 2 (just east of Corvallis) about 6 a.m., today.

Preliminary investigation revealed a 2006 Subaru sedan was traveling eastbound on Highway 34 when it lost control for unknown reasons.

Salem Man Killed In Highway 99W Crash Near Amity

The driver of the Ford, a 27-year old male, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

(AMITY, Ore.) - A 1995 Ford Ranger pickup was traveling northbound and for unknown reasons, crossed the centerline and struck a 2006 Freightliner tractor towing a set of double trailers head-on.

The driver of the Freightliner attempted to move to the right shoulder to avoid the collision, however was not able to do so. Seatbelts were worn by all occupants of the vehicles.

Salem Receives Additional Housing Vouchers to Help Homeless Veterans

With the additional 25 vouchers, Salem now has 88 Vouchers to Assist Homeless Vets Find Permanent Homes.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The supportive housing assistance is provided through the HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) Program which combines rental assistance from HUD with case management and clinical services provided by VA.

HUD’s recent announcement awarded $18.5 million to housing authorities nationwide to help more than 2,200 veterans experiencing homelessness to find homes. VASH vouchers are now providing permanent housing to 1,893 homeless veterans in Oregon.

Teens Killed in Double Fatal on I-5 near Tualatin

Neither of the juveniles were wearing seat belts

(TUALATIN, Ore.) - The preliminary investigation revealed a white 1996 Volvo 740 (passenger car) was traveling northbound in the center lane behind a red 2003 Volvo semi-tractor. The operator of the Volvo attempted to the pass the semi-tractor.

The Volvo car collided into the rear of the commercial vehicle. The impact caused the Volvo to spin out of control and collide, again, with the semi-tractor.

Water Positioned as a Top Challenge in Fight Against Climate Change at COP22

World Water Council emphasizes the need to create synergies as pillars for water security and to do justice to the African continent

(MARRAKESH, Kingdom of Morocco) - Following the inauguration of the first Global Climate Action Day for Water in the history of the UNFCCC, the World Water Council, through the voice of Honorary President Loïc Fauchon, presents today the outcomes of those discussions held during 9 November’s “Water Day.”

Climate Action Champion, Minister Hakima El Haite and Ambassador Laurence Tubiana, receives the key recommendations with great interest in the presence of other ministers and high-level participants during the “High Level Panel on Accelerating Climate Action”.

Thanksgiving Weather: Stormy Pattern May Cause Delays for 48.7 Million Americans

A storm will roll into the Northwest the middle of next week

(AccuWeather Global Weather Center) - A stormy pattern persisting into Thanksgiving will have impact on the busiest cross-country travel week of the year. More people travel farther during the week of Thanksgiving than any other week of the year.

AAA says 48.7 million Americans are projected to travel 50 miles or more from home Wednesday, Nov. 23, to Sunday, Nov. 27, which will be the greatest volume since 2007, just prior to the Great Recession.

Four Ways to Protect Your Wealth in a Post-Election Economy

“Better safe than sorry” is the name of the game!

(SALEM, Ore.) - The long-awaited United States Presidential election is finally over, with the public on both sides keeping a keen eye on the country's economic climate moving forward.

Post-election economies are a bit of an enigma. Given the tendency of stock prices to fluctuate in response to new Presidential appointments and election years in general, it's natural to feel a bit nervous about your financial future in the face of change.