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Swine Influenza Now in the United States

At this time there have been no severe illnesses or fatalities seen in the United States. However, CDC and state public and animal health authorities are still in the early stages of the investigations.

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) - Eight human cases of swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection have been identified in San Diego County and Imperial County, California as well as in San Antonio, Texas.

This strain of influenza virus is unique because it is a combination of swine, bird, and human influenza viruses.

Swine Influenza and Severe Cases of Respiratory Illness Reported in Mexico

CDC has NOT recommended that people avoid travel to Mexico at this time. If you are planning travel to Mexico, follow these recommendations to reduce your risk of infection and help you stay healthy.

(MEXICO CITY) - According to the World Health Organization, the Government of Mexico has reported three separate events of influenza-like-illness. In the Federal District of Mexico, surveillance began picking up cases of influenza-like-illnesses starting on March 18th, 2009.

The number of cases has risen steadily through April and as of April 23rd, there were more than 854 cases of pneumonia from the capital.

German-Owned Ship Seajacked by Pirates Near Muqalla

Pirates seized the cargo ship early Saturday in the Gulf of Aden about 150 nautical miles southeast of the coastal Yemeni city of Muqalla.

(MUQALLA, Yemen) - Pirates sea-jacked a cargo ship believed to be German owned and/or flagged and captured its 17-strong crew overnight in the Gulf of Aden, a Kenyan official said Saturday.

"A 31,000-tonne cereal carrier has been seized overnight (Friday to Saturday) in the eastern part of the Gulf of Aden," said Andrew Mwangura, of the Kenya-based East African Seafarers' Assistance Programme.

Power Line Accidents Decline in 2008

The Oregon PUC monitors electric power line safety throughout the State.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The number of people injured after coming into contact with high-voltage power lines dropped slightly in Oregon in 2008 compared with 2007.

“We are very concerned that most of the accidents continue to involve individuals who are working near overhead and underground power lines,” PUC Commission Senior Electrical Engineer Jerry Murray said.

Iran Proposes Joint Nuclear Consortium

Iran plans to move ahead with light water reactors; officials there hope other Arab countries join them.

(TEHRAN / Press TV) - Iran has proposed that a joint consortium to construct and develop light water reactor plants be established by Persian Gulf states.

The Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Reza Aghazadeh, made the proposal Sunday at Tehran's first international exhibition on nuclear power plants, 'the environment and sustainable development'.

Gresham Invites Public to Heroes Memorial and Tribute

Engraved bricks form the Patriots Walkway leading to the Heroes Memorial and Tribute.

(GRESHAM, Ore.) - On behalf of the Heroes Memorial and Tribute Task Force, Chief Craig Junginger and the Gresham Police Department invite all area citizens wishing to support the men and women who have served in the armed forces, fire and police services to attend a dedication ceremony on May 2nd.

The ceremony will be held at the Heroes Memorial site located at the corner of E Powell Blvd and SE Roberts Ave and will begin at 6:30 pm.

Oregon Civil Air Patrol Initiates Response to Tsunami Drill

The CAP has performed similar missions around the Mt. Hood area, indicating key points for avalanches, debris flows and other geologic areas of concern.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Oregon coastal communities are taking part in a simulated tsunami beginning Friday, and the Oregon Civil Air Patrol will be a participant in this unique exercise.

The statewide disaster drill is called Cascade Peril 09. Tom Traver with the Oregon CAP says it deals not only with the tsunami, but with the underlying 9.0 Megaquake that caused it.

Farmers Ending Hunger on Track to Donate Two Million Pounds of Food; More Help Critically Needed

Farmers Ending Hunger is an organization dedicated to generating more high quality food for the Oregon Food Bank Network through a partnership of farmers, food processors and the public.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Farmers Ending Hunger, an organization of growers, ranchers and committed people dedicated to ending hunger in Oregon, announces it is on track to donate two million pounds of food to the Oregon Food Bank in 2009 thanks to commitments from the wheat and livestock sectors.

Two million pounds of food is equivalent to 40,000 emergency food boxes weighing approximately 50 lbs. each. Each box is enough to feed a family of 4 for 3-5 days.

White House Outlines How Stimulus Will Help Oregon

The Obama-Biden Economic Plan: "Creating Jobs, Strengthening the Economy for Oregon Families."

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) - Facing the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression, President Obama started his Presidency with decisive action -- proposing and quickly passing the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).

Since the bill went into effect, the ARRA has already helped put money back in the pockets of 95 percent of working Americans, created and saved jobs across the country and made key investments in our community to help kickstart the economy.

Salem`s Broadcast Television Station, KSLM-TV, Now an RTN Affiliate

The stations still aren't on the Salem cable system, which is a shame for local residents, but KWVT and KSLM are broadcasting great local TV for the Salem, Oregon area.

(SALEM, Ore.) - KSLM-TV, the Salem area's newest television station, is pleased to announce it has reached an affiliation agreement with Retro Television Network, RTN.

Affiliation with RTN will provide quality of entertainment programming for the local television viewer – programming not available on any other broadcast stations.