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Will Tel Aviv Take the U.S. to War Again?

Iran is not about nuclear weapons. Neither was Iraq. Iran is about the need for serial well-timed crises to advance Israel’s expansionist agenda.

(TEMPE, Az.) - Tel Aviv long ago proved its mastery at waging war “by way of deception” – the operative credo of the Mossad, Israel’s intelligence and foreign operations directorate.

Yet its latest operation reveals a need to freshen up its repertoire of dirty tricks.

Shooting Investigation in the Mt. Hood National Forest

Clackamas County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that took place Thursday night.

(MT. HOOD, Ore.) - A report of a shooting in the Mount Hood National Forest was called into the Clackamas County Sheriffs Office Thursday night at 9:30 p.m.

DoD Announces Units for Next Iraq Rotation and Extension

DoD will continue to announce major unit deployments as units are identified and alerted. For information on the units announced today or other units involved in this rotation.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - The Department of Defense announced today major units scheduled to deploy as part of the next force rotation in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

The announcement involves three brigade combat teams, and one armored cavalry regiment totaling approximately 15,000 personnel.

NASA`s LCROSS Mission Will End With A Bang...On The Moon

The Lunar CRater Observing and Sensing Satellite (LCROSS) mission is seeking a definitive answer as to whether or not there is water on the moon.

(CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla.) - Earth’s closest neighbor is holding a secret. In 1999, hints of that secret were revealed in the form of concentrated hydrogen signatures detected in permanently shadowed craters at the lunar poles by NASA’s Lunar Prospector.

These readings may be an indication of lunar water and could have far-reaching implications as humans expand exploration past low-Earth orbit.

Salem Foreclosure Rates Increase

The mortgage delinquency rate has also increased in Salem.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Foreclosure rates in Salem have increased for the month of August over the same period last year, according to First American CoreLogic, the leading collector of national, state and local data on home prices, foreclosure and delinquency activity, real estate sales volume and mortgage loan activity.

According to recent data from First American CoreLogic on foreclosures for the Salem area, the rate of foreclosures among outstanding mortgage loans is 1.76 percent for the month of August, an increase of 1.06 percentage points compared to August of 2008 when the rate was 0.70 percent.*

Senate Hears Testimony on DoD Toxic Soup

A growing awareness of serious toxic waste on military bases is getting national attention.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - The Defense Department is the biggest owner of EPA Superfund sites. Over 130 military bases are on the National Priority List.

In his opening statement today, Senator Daniel Akaka, Chairman, Senate Veterans Affairs Committee, noted the requirement for the VA to provide health care and compensation to veterans who were harmed by exposures while in the military.

Experts Say Winds and Dry Conditions Fuel Fire Conditions

Wildland fire agencies are not at full strength in the fall, since some of the seasonal firefighters have returned to their regular jobs or college classes. A larger fire this time of year would stretch resources thin.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Fire experts say easterly winds could elevate the risk of wildfire in northwestern Oregon forests this weekend. Foresters caution hunters and other outdoor recreationists heading afield to be mindful of activities that could start a wildfire.

"The forecast is for gusty winds," Oregon Department of Forestry's Neal Laugle said.

Event Will Raise Awareness About Suicide, Depression and Addiction at WOU

"...we will also be providing counselors, trained professionals and other resources for those dealing with depression, addictions, self-injury and suicide." - Organizer Sean Bitzer

(MONMOUTH, Ore.) - A group in Monmouth is taking big steps to raise awareness about giving hope, and finding help for those struggling with depression, addictions, self-injury and suicide.

In a sometimes depressing world; one that all too often offers little or no hope, non-profit organizations are reaching out to create a hope filled solution.

Oregon Law Enforcement Wins $31 Million in Federal Stimulus Grants

Oregon law enforcement coalition wins federal stimulus grant money for additional police officers, prosecutors and crime victims’ services.

(SALEM, Ore.) - A new coalition of Oregon Attorney General John Kroger, district attorneys, sheriffs, police chiefs and victims’ advocates has won a total of $31 million in federal public safety grants from the federal government.

“Thanks to the work of the coalition, law enforcement in Oregon is in a better position to protect the public,” said Attorney General Kroger.

Equifax President Steve Ely Discusses Credit Repair

Salem-News.com's Tim King spoke to Steve Ely this week from Oregon

(NEW YORK) - Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke says the recession is 'very likely over' however the economic recovery will take some time. These tough times can make it difficult to maintain your “fiscal fitness.”

But, if your debt is mounting and your credit rating is hurting, there is help available.