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Clinton Global Initiative Live From New York City ( VIDEO)

In 2005, President Clinton established CGI to turn ideas into action and to help our world move beyond the current state of globalization to a more integrated global community of shared benefits, responsibilities, and values.

(NEW YORK) - The Clinton Global Initiative has chosen Livestream to broadcast the CGI 2009 annual meeting in New York City Tuesday 22 September to Friday 25 September.

Over 60 current and former heads of state have been confirmed to attend the meeting, including President Barack Obama who will be addressing the opening session Tuesday night.

House Hears Testimony on Need for Legislation to Conserve Rapidly Disappearing Migratory Birds

The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee has already passed H.R. 2213’s Senate counterpart.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - Legislation that reauthorizes the existing Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act (NMBCA) at significantly higher levels is the subject of a House hearing today. Sponsored by Reps. Ron Kind (D-WI) and Jim Gerlach (R-PA), H.R. 2213, is required to meet the growing needs of migratory bird species.

“This legislation is urgently needed because hundreds of songbird species are now in decline or facing serious threats; effective conservation projects supported by the NMBCA can help us to start turning that around,” said Darin Schroeder, ABC’s Vice President of Conservation Advocacy, who is testifying in support of the legislation at today’s hearing.

Falling Pump Prices on West Coast Mean Little for Oregonians

Gas prices are finally easing on the west coast, but California, Washington and Oregon all rank in the top five most expensive states for gas for the second week in a row.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Gas prices on the West Coast are finally easing a bit, Oregon AAA says. The state's average for regular unleaded falls a penny this week to $2.88 while the national average loses two cents to $2.54.

One factor impacting gas prices in the west and elsewhere is the annual conversion from summer blended fuels to winter blends, which can slow refinery production and cause some regional price spikes.

Police Investigate Critical Injury Traffic Crash Near Rainier (PHOTOS)

Highway 30 was closed to one lane for about two hours.

(RAINIER, Ore.) - Police are investigating a serious injury three vehicle crash that happened Monday on Highway 30 about ten miles west of Rainier. Critically injured in this crash were Eric Hendricks, Captain of the Portland Police Bureau's Traffic Division, and his wife.

It`s a Tech World, After All

Today's technology is a blessing and a curse.

(AGOURA, Calif.) - I love technology. I hate technology. I get so frustrated with technology. All of the above. That’s my generation and definitely me. My friend Marty is a tech wizard, while my wife is still using computers primarily for e-mail. I’m somewhat in the middle with my knowledge and depth of tech use and dependence, though my boys laugh at my attempts to learn anything new.

But, it’s hard to resist all we hear about what every new tech gadget has to offer, especially for us men (a.k.a. boys and their toys).

White House Report: The Burden of Health Insurance Premium Increases on Oregon Families

Average Oregon family premium growth is 139 percent, compared to just 39 percent wage growth

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - Today, speaking to a group of State Insurance Commissioners, Vice President Biden highlighted a new White House report documenting the burden of health insurance premium increases on Oregon families.

Health insurance premiums for American families continue to skyrocket. In the past year, the national average annual family premium for employer-sponsored health insurance rose to $13,375 in 2009 – a shocking 5.5 percent increase during a recession when inflation actually fell by 0.7 percent.

An Oregon Perspective: Bringing Down the Cost of Health Care

Column from U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - Recently, I held a number of town hall meetings in Eastern and Central Oregon. Whether I was in Crook County, Wallowa or Harney, the number one issue on people’s minds was health care reform. Oregonians want to know what will change, what will remain, and how much this will cost individuals, businesses, and the country.

In the reform plans currently in front of Congress, there are several strategies that will lower health care costs while encouraging market-based competition and choice...

Israeli Women Serving Prison Time for Refusal to Join IDF

"Many were incarcerated again and again as they refused to enlist after their release from prison" - Israeli Peace Activist Gila Svirsky

(SALEM, Ore.) - Americans are raised to believe that Israel is an ally of the United States, and for most of us growing up here, there was no question about it. In many ways it is true that Israel is a U.S. ally, and in many ways it is not.

Putting a $20,000 Price Tag on the Head of Every Murderer

Murderers would be turned in left and right if the people knew it would lead to a realistic reward. First published in 2009 but no less relevant.

(SALEM, Ore.) - As a career news reporter, I have often wondered why Americans place such a low value on life. It seems that way when you think about it.

When a person disappears or is murdered, their cases often go unsolved for years, decades, or permanently.

Fire Still Threatens Oregon`s Forests

Always carry a fire extinguisher or water, and a shovel.

(SALEM, Ore.) - There's no better time of year than right now to enjoy northwestern Oregon's forests. But the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) reminds residents planning hunting or camping outings to be extra aware of fire danger as they head into the forest.

"Even though the weather has begun to cool, forest vegetation - from grasses, to shrubs, to trees – remains dry and susceptible to wildfire," said ODF forester Ashley Lertora.