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U.S. Needs to Protect Iraqi Interpreters (VIDEO)

Despite the fact that more than 300 interpreters working with U.S. troops have been killed since 2003, the DoD started to enforce a ban on face masks in September.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Military interpreters in Iraq and Afghanistan have many challenges. While some have little or no family living in the country, most do. Exposing their identities from terrorists is essential and a serious no-brainer.

Still, the U.S. government recently decided that the Iraqi "terps" could no longer conceal their appearances with face masks. People all over Iraq and Afghanistan keep their faces covered; it is part of their culture.

Below is a statement from U.S. Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) on the Pentagon’s decision to again allow Iraqi interpreters working with U.S. troops to protect their identities with masks.

WWII Veteran Has Special Connection to Old Fort Stevens

Fort Stevens abounds with historical sites and experiences. For Dr. Phil Leveque the old base has a personal connection; his father served here.

(FORT STEVENS, Ore.) - If you let your imagination go at old Fort Stevens on the north Oregon coast, you can almost hear the sounds of the big guns that once roared and shook the ground here, but today lay silent as a testimony to another time in history.

Oregon City Family Survives Home Invasion Robbery

The suspects were described as male, under six feet tall, 20 years of age wearing ski masks and black clothing.

(OREGON CITY) - Oregon City Police are looking for two suspects in a home invasion robbery that happened early this morning at 12:12 AM. Lt. Lisa Nunes with the Oregon City Police Department, says officers responded to a report of a panic alarm on Nevin Court in Oregon City.

Alternatives to Evacuation Can Save Homes, Lives

Researchers say alternatives to evacuation make sense because in many cases, mass "relocation" often results in traffic jams and car accidents, nervousness and panic, which can cause harm to people during fire events.

(PULLMAN, Wash.) - When uncontrolled fires are close to inhabited areas, people are asked to evacuate their homes. Lack of knowledge concerning what to do during a fire leaves some people with no alternative.

The United States does not have a lot of experience regarding alternatives to evacuation, but a Washington State University researcher and his doctoral student are studying several Western U.S. communities that have begun to explore opportunities for alternatives to evacuation during wildland fires.

"People hate to evacuate," said Matt Carroll, professor in the Department of Natural Resources Sciences. "When asked after an evacuation, many people say they will stay behind next time. There are many reasons for that feeling, you have to give up your autonomy and control over your life when you evacuate."

Rural Towns East of Salem See Spike in Break Ins

The owner of the cafe that was broken into, just gave the community a free Thanksgiving dinner just last week.

(STAYTON, Ore.) - Employees discovered a break in this morning at 5:25 AM at the Covered Bridge Cafe at 505 N. 3rd Avenue in downtown Stayton, as they arrived for work to open the cafe.

Police discovered that the front door windows had been broken and a steel grate from a street drain weighing about 75 pounds was laying just inside the door on the floor.

Stayton Police on the scene taking fingerprints think this was the method used to gain entry into the cafe. Investigators say the cash register was open and most of the change left for the morning shift was taken. It is not known at this time if anything else was taken.

It`s the Auto Technology, Congress

If our nation ever plans to address the importance of clean technology, climate changes, and energy efficiency, the future of these proprietary technologies must be a priority in Washington, not just Detroit.

(CHICAGO) - General Motors, Ford and Chrysler are collectively one of the world's primary sources for the research and development of green and fuel-efficient technologies. As Washington decides on aid to the ailing auto industry, top consideration should be given to the significant potential of these Big 3 technologies for stimulating economic and job growth and creating a greener and more fuel-efficient world.

In fact, much of the privately funded green and energy innovation in the United States will stall or likely never come to fruition if the domestic automobile industry fails.

The important global role played by the Big-3 in these fields is clarified by comparing four of their key patent portfolios with those of the other 15 largest global auto manufacturers -- emission control, mainly catalytic converters and related chemistry; fuel cells; hybrid and electric vehicles, mostly motor and battery innovation; and emerging related technologies developed by these same firms including solar, wind and other green inventions.

Officer Involved Shooting Investigation‏ Under Investigation

The Major Crimes Team comprised of detectives from law enforcement agencies within Multnomah County has been assigned to investigate. The Gresham Motor Officer was not injured in this incident.

(GRESHAM, Ore.) - A police officer in Gresham was involved in a shooting Thursday evening, after he said a driver he was pursuing on his police motorcycle, drove his vehicle straight toward him.

Gresham Police say it began at 5:13 Thursday evening when a Gresham Police Motor Traffic Officer became involved in a pursuit of a vehicle that was driving recklessly near NE 162nd Ave and NE Holladay Street.

The pursuit traveled through the neighborhood until the suspect vehicle, a Red Toyota Tercel with Washington license plates, reportedly slid to a stop at the intersection of NE 166th and NE Wasco Street.

Michigan`s Proposition 1 Takes Effect Legalizing Medicinal Marijuana

Physician Authorizes First Patients for Medical Marijuana in Michigan

(SOUTHFIELD, Mich.) - A national nonprofit organization, THCF Medical Clinics, opened a new medical marijuana clinic Thursday at 2000 Town Center in Southfield. Eric Eisenbud, MD, along with the executive director of THCF, Douglas P. Stanford and several medical marijuana patients, held a press conference this morning in Southfield.

Salem`s Fall Leaf Haul Set for First Saturday in December

The equipment, operators, and hauling costs are being donated by the Mid-Valley Garbage & Recycling Association, and the disposal fees have been waived by Marion County Public Works Environmental Services.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Fall Leaf Haul, a free leaf collection and composting program, is scheduled for Saturday, December 6th from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, at three collection sites around the City.

The program is being organized by the City of Salem, the Mid-Valley Garbage & Recycling Association, and Marion County Public Works–Environmental Services to provide a means for Salem Residents to compost their leaves and grass clippings (no limbs accepted!). The program is designed for Salem residents only (no commercial landscapers, please).

Food or cash donations will be taken for the Marion-Polk Food Share. Cash donations will also be taken to support the Parks Tradition Fund.

Medical Marijuana Licensees: Registered Like Sex Offenders

Phillip Leveque has spent his life as a Combat Infantryman, Physician Pharmacologist and Toxicologist.

(MOLALLA, Ore.) - Erin Hildebrandt has written and posted a very true and heart rending personal story of her apprehension about the Oregon Medical Marijuana Law and contrasting it with her previous home, Maryland.