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Investigation Continues in Double Fatal Crash Involving Priest

It is not known at this point exactly what may have caused the fatal crash.

(TILLAMOOK, Ore.) - Oregon State Police are continuing their investigation of a tragic double fatal crash in Tillamook county discovered Sunday, that was the subject of an intense air and ground search.

Bodies Of Missing Priest, Friend Found on Oregon Coast

Their vehicle was found about 20 yards off Highway 26 in an area not visible from the highway.

(TILLAMOOK, Ore. ) - Two people from California who have been missing in Oregon after being last seen June 8th were found Sunday afternoon off Highway 26 in Clatsop County.

On Sunday, David Schwartz, age 52, and Cheryl Gibbs, age 61, were confirmed deceased in the maroon 2005 Toyota Corolla they were believed to be traveling in.

Governor Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Memory of Two Oregon Soldiers

Flags to be lowered Monday and Tuesday in honor of Spc. Joseph Kenny and Spc. Dominic Nathaniel Rodriguez.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - Governor Ted Kulongoski has ordered all flags at public institutions be flown at half-staff on Monday, July 2nd and Tuesday, July 3rd, in memory of Spc. Joseph Kenny and Spc. Dominic Nathaniel Rodriguez.

Be Aware! Salem - Polk County Weekly Road Construction Report

Use alternate routes if possible if your commute takes you through one of these workzones.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - The City of Salem Public Works Department and the Polk County Department of Public Works wants you to Be Aware! of some upcoming road construction projects this week that could delay your commute.

Please make a note of these projects, and if your commute takes you through one of these workzones, PLEASE! slow down, and expect some delays.

Oregon Man Faces Sex Abuse Allegations Stemming from MySpace

The 20-year-old is suspected of targeting underage girls in Wilsonville.

(CLACKAMAS, Ore.) - The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office announces the arrest of a 20-year old Wilsonville man for what Spokesman Jim Strovink describes as, "an assortment of crimes involving at least two, young girls between the ages of 15 and 17."

Taliban Continue Human Shield Tactics in Afghanistan

A number of civilians were killed, NATO says it is because the Taliban use them as shields.

(HABERABAD, Afghanistan) - Taliban terrorists continue to use innocent civilians in Afghanistan as shields, NATO officials said today.

Afghan and American soldiers under International Security Assistance Force command participated in Operation Ghartse Ghar in Helmand province yesterday.

Miss Portland Crowned Miss Oregon 2007

Congratulations to Miss Oregon 2007 Kari Virding and Miss Oregon Outstanding Teen 2007 Abigail Rodriguez.

(SEASIDE, Ore.) - Oregon got “All Shook Up” as the 61st Miss Oregon was crowned Saturday night, June 30 at the Seaside Civic and Convention Center.

The 2007 Miss Oregon is Kari Virding. Receiving a $10,000 scholarship, Virding competed with 20 contestants for the coveted crown during a week of judging and activities.

Milwaukie Man Dies in Crash Near Waldport

Witnesses are asked to contact Trooper Greg Plummer at (541) 265-5354 ext. 309.

(WALDPORT, Ore.) - Police say a Milwaukie-area man died Saturday afternoon when he lost control of his car on Highway 34, about four miles east of Waldport.

Oregon Medical Marijuana Doctor Tells All: Q&A Part 6 (VIDEO)

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

(MOLALLA, Ore.) - In the sixth installment of this special Salem-News.com series on Medical Marijuana in Oregon, Dr. Phil Leveque discusses the various medical benefits with special emphasis on high blood pressure, thyroid disorders and their medical relationship with marijuana.

Missing Priest Subject of Search on Oregon Coast

The Tillamook County Sheriff is the lead agency in this search.

(TILLAMOOK, Ore.) - The Oregon Wing of the U.S. Civil Air Patrol has launched two aircraft in support of a search operation underway in Tillamook, Oregon.

The Tillamook County Sheriff Office is continuing to look for a missing California Priest named David Schwartz and his companion, Cheryl Gibbs.