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Oregon Nurses and Healthcare Professionals Denounce Attack on Reproductive Rights

The incoming ruling would undermine healthcare efficacy and the rights of women and people experiencing pregnancy.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Almost 6,000 healthcare professionals in Oregon and Southwest Washington, are voicing their opposition to the SCOTUS ruling that was recently leaked to the press.

“Fundamentally this decision represents a grievous threat to the right to privacy and to bodily autonomy. It should be concerning not only to women and to people who become pregnant, but to anyone who values the freedom of self-determination.”

Supporting a Reduction in the Number of Road Fatalities in Salem

November’s ballot which will include $157 million bond for improvements to Salem’s streets and sidewalks.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Earlier this year, troopers from Salem were involved in conducting high visibility patrols in order to reduce the recent increase in incidents of reckless driving on Oregon’s highways.

Speeding, impaired and distracted driving are some of the most common causes of road collisions.

Report from Germany: Refugees Welcome Sometimes

Many of the refugees will stay and contribute to society in their new home.

(OLDENBURG, Germany) - Posted on streetlamps all over Germany are stickers showing fleeing silhouettes with the caption, “Refugees welcome – bring your families”.
Some have been blacked out with felt markers or ripped partially away.

The Germans have mixed feelings about refugees.

U.S. Supreme Court Poised to Reverse Roe v. Wade

Thirteen states have trigger laws that would automatically ban abortions.

(SAN FRANCISCO, CA.) - A leaked U.S. Supreme Court draft opinion in the Mississippi case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, indicates that the Court is poised to reverse the 1973 landmark decision of Roe v. Wade.

Dobbs would not ban abortions. Rather, individual states would decide whether and when abortions would be legal.

80% of the American Public Want Abortion to Stay Legal

Oregon Reproductive Health Justice and Rights groups respond to leaked SCOTUS draft decision overturning abortion rights

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - “Oregonians should know today that abortion is still legal. It remains a constitutional right throughout the United States and we are protected here in Oregon by state law.

"Regardless of this leaked decision, or the final ruling, abortion will remain legal and accessible in our state,” said An Do, Executive Director of Planned Parenthood PAC of Oregon.

US Senator Orrin Hatch (Utah) Legacy as a Purveyor of Deaths

Orrin Hatch could have put an end to the destruction of human life.

(MYRTLE BEACH, SC) - Recently it was reported that retired US Senator Orrin Hatch (Utah) had died. In 2019, I wrote the below newspaper article for publication regarding Hatch's culpability in the unprecedented deaths to opioids.

The words "Rest in Peace Orrin Hatch" are definitely not fitting for him in death.

President Biden Pardons or Commutes Sentences for 78 Non-Violent Offenders

These are the first commutations that the President has granted.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - For some, they thought this day would not come. Others are disappointed it has taken so long. So many are still waiting. Those on this list are simply thankful to know there is a light at the end of their seemingly endless tunnel.

78 Non-Violent drug offenders, most currently serving time in America's vast prison complex, are facing something new: freedom.

The Three Safest Ways to Pay When Gambling Online

Always read how offers work and what’s expected of you as a new customer.

(SALEM, Ore.) - With the US lifting its age-old ban on betting and putting the decision in the hands of each state, millions of sports fans are now able to enjoy the excitement of betting.

In the states where betting is permitted, gamblers can legally wager on their pick of sports competitions.

One Arrested for Illegal Marijuana Grow

Water run off deemed not dangerous to area wells.

(POLK COUNTY, Ore.) - Information of an illegal marijuana grow operation initiated an investigation in Polk County.

Investigators located a sophisticated illegal marijuana grow operation with over 2000 marijuana plants at various stages of growth.

Beaverton Crash Leaves Two Students Dead and Others Critically Injured UPDATED

Four are hospitalized in Critical Condition, including a Washington County Deputy

(BEAVERTON, Ore.) - UPDATE: Beaverton Police said the two passengers in the Nissan who died at the scene were 17-year old Matthew Amaya and 16-year old Juan Pacheco Aguilera.
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Beaverton Police Department responded to the crash at approximately 12:24 a.m.