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Medical Marijuana: Malignant Misinformation & Federal Foolishness

Federal Employees Paid to be Liars... Am I preaching to the choir?

(MOLALLA, Ore.) - Thousands of Salem-News.com readers have read my articles and hundreds have responded, some viciously. This article is to those who believed the BS of the movie REEFER MADNESS.

Osama bin Laden Hype Misled Public

“If what the government has told us about 9/11 is a lie,” said William Rodriguez, a fireman who survived the WTC attack, “somebody has to take action to reveal the truth.”

(BOSTON, Mass.) - A National Public Radio rehashing of the 1999 Egypt Air crash made me uneasy. It seemed like an effort to indoctrinate listeners to believe that Muslims would commit suicide by deliberately crashing passenger jets. I wondered what was coming.

The sky was blue and deceptively cheerful in New Jersey a few weeks later on September 11, 2001, when I heard about the attack on the World Trade Center.

Deputy Attacked and Assaulted Because No One Would Accept Inmate`s Collect Call

The deputy was transported to a local hospital for treatment of her injuries. She has been released from the hospital.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - A corrections deputy at the Multnomah County Jail was reportedly attacked by an inmate at approximately 2:00 a.m. Sunday.

Deputy Dawn Hathaway was assaulted by 40-year old Larry Clifford Lande, a spokesman said. Lande approached the Deputy work station and complained about not being able to have someone accept a collect call.

Combat Photojournalist Suicide: The Price of Conflict is Too High

Sometimes the chickens come home to roost; my friend, an incredibly talented war photographer, is another war statistic.

(SALEM, Ore.) - My friend Caleb Schaber killed himself April 17th. He was an amazing, far-reaching, eclectic artist, archaeologist and war photojournalist and I suspect that his time covering the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan are what led to this.

I suspect that, but I don't know and possibly never will. I just know that some people have tremendous strength and endurance and general survivability even in the worst conditions. This is Caleb's story, and he was one of the strongest and most daring human beings I ever knew.

Beaverton‏ Bar Fight Lands Seven in Jail

The fight started when a man's wife who was singing karaoke, was insulted and slapped on the rear by another patron.

(BEAVERTON, Ore.) - Deputies in Washington County were called to the Azteca Restaurant in Beaverton early this morning on a fight involving patrons and security. Seven people were arrested and two were taken to area hospitals, according to Sheriff's Office spokesman Sgt. David Thompson.

He says that the report came in at 2:19 a.m. about a large group of people fighting at the Azteca restaurant on SW Beaverton Hillsdale Highway.

Oregon Soldier Bound for Iraq Pops `The Question`

"Will you marry me?" - Specialist Garen Hart
"I'm overwhelmed" - Fiancé, Melinda Morris

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - While soldiers from the 41st Brigade Combat Team trained and prepared for duty in Iraq at Camp Roberts California, Specialist Garen Hart, of Sherwood, Oregon, was hatching a plan.

In between mastering soldiering skills in the training lanes with other Oregon soldiers, he collaborated with his commanders on how he would go about proposing to his fiancé, Melinda Morris, of Portland, Oregon.

Motorcyclists Make Big Showing Saturday in Salem (VIDEO)

They remind drivers that the time of year has arrived when increasing numbers of motorcycles will take the state's streets and highways.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Hundreds of gleaming motorcycles lined the street in front of the Oregon State Capitol Saturday to celebrate of the kickoff of the riding season.

They say the purpose was to share camaraderie, educate the public, and get the word out about a number of important messages that potentially affect both drivers and cyclists. A number of groups were present at the event that for the most part, was held under sunny skies.

Former Congressman & Football Star Jack Kemp Dies

Jack Kemp began his political career with nine terms as a Congressman for Western New York in 1971, after 13 years in pro football.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Well known Republican politician and former pro football player Jack Kemp, died Saturday in Bethesda, Maryland at the age of 73.

The longtime professional quarterback also served New York as a Congressman, ran as a Presidential Candidate, Cabinet Secretary and Vice Presidential Candidate. The LA Times reported an hour ago that he was at home when he passed away.

Danish Army Interpreter Unique in Afghanistan (VIDEO)

Most countries only use Afghan nationals.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The term for language interpreters in Iraq and Afghanistan is generally 'terp and they are highly regarded. These are the men and in the case of Iraq, women, who work with Coalition forces and in almost every case, place their lives on the line for doing so.

But Danish troops in Afghanistan are taking a different approach and as the video below from NATO Television indicates, using members of their own forces to translate the lingo can be highly effective to say the least.

11 Probable Cases of H1N1 Influenza Virus Identified in Oregon

Oregon has received its first shipment of antiviral medications and respiratory protection equipment from the Centers for CDC to treat and protect citizens during the H1N1 flu outbreak.

(SALEM, Ore.) - As of late Saturday, 11 people in Oregon have been identified as having probable cases of H1N1 influenza virus.