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Oregon Sees Fewest Independence Day Highway Deaths Since 1970

Preliminary Post-Fourth of July Holiday weekend statistics show second fewest number of traffic fatalities in almost 40 years.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Preliminary statistics reported this morning by ODOT's Fatality Analysis Reporting Unit, known as "FARS", following the 54-hour Fourth of July holiday reporting period reflects the second fewest number of traffic fatalities in Oregon during this holiday period since 1970.

FARS statistics reflects the Fourth of July holiday period as the deadliest major holiday weekend of the year in Oregon.

Israel`s Piracy`s Sequel: The Silence of The Sheep

Humanitarian gestures such as relief ships and truck convoys may or may not get through, but they cannot alleviate the crisis that is Gaza nor bring Israel to heel.

(JACKSON, Miss.) - Israel’s hijacking last week of The Spirit of Humanity on the international high seas was a simple act of piracy. We have seen different reactions elsewhere to piracy, most notably off the coast of Somalia, or even to the kidnapping of embassy staff and humanitarian aid personnel.

In this case, as in previous instances of Israeli violations of international law, nothing has been done. Indeed, there has been almost no coverage of the incident anywhere in the mainstream media, and a shameless silence from sheep-like political leaders almost everywhere – a silence that needs to be examined carefully.

Report: `Electrosmog` is an Emerging Public Health Issue (AUDIO)

A certain type of air pollution is being overlooked, according to a new report landing in Congress’ mailbox this week. The study shows the biological effects of wireless radiation, also called ‘electrosmog.’

(WASHINGTON D.C. ONS) - Cell phones, wireless networks and the developing "smart grid" utility technologies are being hailed as progress for communication and information, but the downside is an emerging public health issue.

A report documenting health hazards linked to wireless radiation, called "electrosmog," is landing on desks in Congress this week, issued by the National Institute for Science, Law and Public Policy (NISLAPP).

Man Gored to Death by Bull in Oregon City

A family patriarch was killed by a 1200 pound bull‏ that threatened rescuers and attacked a second man, a neighbor, who barely escaped with his life.

(OREGON CITY) - A 1200 pound bull attacked and killed a man Sunday around 4:38 p.m. during a family get together in Oregon City. 66-year old Aurgliano Paulino Martinez-Sierra was killed by the massive bull while attending to his farm animals east of Oregon City.

The tragedy took place as an estimated 30 or more extended family and friends gathered on Sunday, to visit and at their family residence on South Springwater Road in Oregon City, Oregon.

AMBER Alert Issued for 4 California Children

The suspect vehicle is a 1991 gold/brown Toyota Previa with California tag number 5SEF614. Anyone with information call 877-527-3247 or dial 911.

(LOS ANGELES, Calif.) - The State of California issued the Amber Alert Sunday morning after the children were abducted in Los Angeles. The suspect allegedly raped his ex-girlfriend and shot another woman in an attempted carjacking. He then kidnapped two children, and two of his own children and fled with them according to police.

Matthew Samos a 1 year old black male, 2', 20 pounds with brown hair and eyes.

Salem-News.com Writer Bruce Sallan Launches New Website

Brucesallan.com will feature several examples of Bruce's clever and insightful writing.

(AGOURA HILLS, Calif.) - Our writer Bruce Sallan has launched a new Website. The author of the popular column "A Dad’s Point-of-View", says he is very proud to announce brucesallan.com.

I am glad that a showcase now exists for his top-quality, widely useful timeless work. In his articles, Bruce explores many situations that the average writer might skim over, and as he tries to get to the bottom of the main issue of whatever perplexing dilemma might be at hand, he explains to his readers what worked, what didn't and why.

Several Hurt in Highway 18 Van Duzer Corridor Crash

The highway was blocked for four hours.

(LINCOLN CITY, Ore.) - Seven people were injured, two seriously, in a four-vehicle traffic crash Saturday morning on Highway 18 west of the Van Duzer Corridor in Lincoln County.

Oregon State Police Sergeant Justin McGladrey says Saturday at approximately 12:20 p.m. a 1998 Harley Davidson motorcycle operated by 44-year old David Carl Josephson of Yacolt, Washington, was stopped behind a group of traffic westbound on Highway 18 near milepost 7 due to an earlier crash about three miles west.

Pickup Fire Partially Closed I-5 south of Salem for 90-Minutes (PHOTOS)

The fire spread to a grassy hillside, damaging a small section of state highway property, including trees and brush.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The northbound lanes of Interstate 5 in Salem were restricted to one lane Saturday afternoon for about 90 minutes after a pickup caught fire and spread to a grassy hillside south of Salem.

Oregon State Police Trooper Steve Hinkle says at approximately 5:40 p.m. a 1994 Ford F-150 pickup towing a 5th wheel travel trailer was northbound when it began to smoke.

Driver Crashes & Rolls Nearly Sideswiping Oregon State Police Car (PHOTOS)

Idaho Man Critically Injured After Nearly Crashing Into OSP Patrol Car on Highway 95 South of Jordan Valley

(JORDAN VALLEY, Ore.) - Police say an Idaho man is in critical condition following a Wednesday night crash south of Jordan Valley where he reportedly almost hit an Oregon State Police trooper's patrol car before traveling off Highway 95 and rolling several times.

The ongoing investigation indicates alcohol is a possible contributing factor. The driver is identified as 41-year old Enrique Casas Valdez of Kuna, Idaho.

West Linn Home Heavily Damaged by Fire (PHOTOS)

Firefighters credit neighbors for helping a fire engineer stretch fire hose down the block to the closest hydrant.

(WEST LINN, Ore.) - An early morning fire caused extensive damage to a home located at 1913 Sunburst Terrace in West Linn today. Crews from Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue, Lake Oswego Fire & Rescue, and Clackamas County Fire District 1 responded.