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Teens in Oregon Smoking Less, Drinking Alcohol More

In survey results, 32 percent of Oregon's eighth graders and 44 percent of 11th graders drank alcohol within the past month.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - Cigarette and marijuana smoking are down among Oregon middle and high school students, and alcohol use remains the same for 11th graders but has increased 28 percent for eighth graders, according to the Oregon Department of Human Services Addictions and Mental Health Division.

In Barack Obama`s Own Words: `A More Perfect Union` (VIDEO)

The Democratic candidate for U.S. Presidency explains recent racist remarks from his pastor, while firing off what may be his most heralded speech yet.

(PHILADELPHIA, Pa.) - Barack Obama spoke in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at Constitution Center, on matters not just of race and recent remarks but of the fundamental path by which America can work together to pursue a better future.

He unequivocally condemns the words of his former pastor, yet he says he can no more disown this spiritual leader than his own white grandmother who has also made racist remarks.

Armed Robberies in USC Classrooms Under Investigation in Los Angeles

Officials say a number of student education measures have been taken.

(LOS ANGELES) - Public Safety officials at the University of Southern California and the Los Angeles Police are working in partnership to address safety concerns after students reported being robbed at gunpoint while attending class.

Police say there have actually been two recent armed robbery incidents that have occurred on the USC Campus. The first incident occurred on March 14th at around 11:00 PM. The second happened during daylight hours on March 16th at around 1:00 PM.

SEDCOR Speedway 2008

The 2008 Gala was a special evening in support of economic development in the Mid-Willamette Valley.

(SALEM, Ore.) - SEDCOR held their Annual Gala Friday night at the Oregon Pavilion. This year NASCAR racing was the theme and over 650 members were in attendance.

The evening's festivities included business show tables, dinner, entertainment complete with a casino, and the raffle drawing for a 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. Capital Auto Group and Oregon Community Credit Union were the Title Sponsors.

Medical Foundation of Marion and Polk Counties

Tickets on sale to hear Chris Gardner at Elsinore April 5th.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Medical Foundation of Marion and Polk Counties is starting to have a reputation for bringing the big names to Salem.

While raising funds to support MedAssist, one of its most important programs, the Foundation will continue in that tradition on Saturday, April 5th at the Elsinore, with Christopher Gardner, author and associate producer of The Pursuit of Happyness. His life was portrayed in the movie by movie mega-star Wil Smith.

Secretary-General Deplores Deadly Bombing at Iraqi Holy City

In today’s statement Mr. Ban appealed to "all Iraqis to show maximum restraint in the face of these provocative actions."

(KARBALA, Iraq) - UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today strongly condemned the bomb attack near the Imam Hussein shrine in the holy city of Karbala in central Iraq that has killed several dozen people and left many more injured.

"The Secretary-General extends his heartfelt condolences to the families of those killed in this heinous attack," his spokesperson said in a statement.

Improving the Community`s Health Salem Hospital Facility Replacement Project

Companies now assess how well hospitals do in providing that quality, evidence-based care, and make the information public. Salem Hospital’s intensive work to improve quality has garnered the hospital a number of recent awards.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Salem Hospital and the Salem area have grown up together. When Salem Hospital opened its doors it had five beds, and served the 4,000 people who lived in Salem.

Today, Salem Hospital serves both Marion and Polk counties, and beyond. With a combined population of more than 378,000 people, much has changed in these two counties.

Stayton City Council Considers More Local TV Programming

The council also discussed mandatory setbacks and received an update on the city water system.

(STAYTON, Ore.) - The Stayton city council met last night and councilors present were Scott Vigil, Steve Frank, Don Walters, Tim Grimes and mayor Virginia Honeywell. Absent was Don Koenig.

The first presentation of the evening to the council, made by this reporter, regarded the need for a community access television system. In the presentation it was noted that the designated channel 19 that was set aside for this purpose is under-utilized.

Representatives Say US Supreme Court Gun Case Could Impact Oregon.

This article includes a video from the Heritage foundation's director whose remarks echo those of the Oregon lawmakers.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The U.S. Supreme Court hears oral arguments today on the strictest gun ban in the country, and state lawmakers say the outcome could have implications here in Oregon.

"Whatever the decision by the high court, it could be the most significant Second Amendment case in our nation’s history," said State Representative Linda Flores (R-Clackamas).

Exhibition Explores Artist`s Reaction to Apartheid

Andries Fouries: Recent Work is supported in part by grants from the City of Salem’s Transient Occupancy Tax and the Oregon Arts Commission.

(SALEM, Ore.) - An exhibition of works by South African painter and sculptor Andries Fourie, the newest member of Willamette University’s art faculty, opens April 12th and will be on display through May 11th at the Hallie Ford Museum of Art.

Andries Fourie: Recent Work will be held in the Atrium Gallery and will coincide with the senior art majors exhibition in the Melvin-Henderson-Rubio Gallery. Fourie will give a free gallery talk about his work Tuesday, April 15th at 12:30 PM at the museum.