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Register Now to Learn How to Hunt in Oregon

Safety is emphasized, and each class begins with a safety talk.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - Are you new to hunting or out of practice?

Let the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife help show you how to enjoy this sport before fall hunting seasons kick off later this year. Register now for one of the upcoming August and September hunting workshops.

Oregon Man Files to Run for President in 2016

If elected, Baker said he will work hard for all 1,461 days of his term as President.

(PORTLAND, Ore. ) - Ed Baker of Portland, Oregon has filed paperwork with the Federal Elections Commission to run for President of the United States in the 2016 election.

Baker said he isn't a member of any political party, secret society, or the CIA. He said he will work with everyone and that he would like to see America again at it's best. He added that he will be in touch with, represent, and work for the people of America. He said he knows what it's like to go without, as he was homeless for 18-months.

Albany, Oregon News and Events

The Albany Community Pool will open registration for summer evening youth swim lessons for ages 3 and older at 5:30 p.m. Thursday.

(ALBANY, Ore. ) - Blue Oyster Cult and Bachman & Turner will perform Saturday at 8:00 p.m. on the Main Stage at the Oregon Amphitheater as the headline act for the 2014 ATI Northwest Art & Air Festival in Albany, Oregon.

The weekend includes hot-air balloon launches at dawn every day; a balloon “night glow” on Friday; more than 70 Northwest artists with their crafts for show and sale; food; a wine and microbrew garden; live music; Family Zone; classic car show; free Young Eagles flights for kids; and aircraft displays, and other activities at the airport.

Missouri National Guard Brought into Ferguson to Try and Restore Peace

A preliminary private autopsy, asked for by Brown's family, showed the teenager was shot at least six times, the New York Times reported on Sunday night.

(FERGUSON, Missouri) - Missouri's governor said on Monday he would send the National Guard into the St. Louis suburb of Ferguson to restore calm after authorities forcibly dispersed a crowd protesting last week's fatal shooting of an unarmed black teen by police.

Federal Autopsy Ordered in Death of Michael Brown

President Barack Obama has been getting regular briefings while on vacation in Martha's Vineyard, including from senior adviser Valerie Jarrett.

(FERGUSON, Missouri) - U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder ordered a federal autopsy of a teenager shot dead by a police officer in Ferguson, Missouri, seeking to assure the family and community there will be a thorough investigation into a death that has sparked days of racially charged protests.

Eighteen-year-old Michael Brown, who was black, was shot by white police officer Darren Wilson on Aug. 9. The police department in the St. Louis suburb has come under strong criticism for both the death of an unarmed man and its handling of the aftermath.

Washington Man Takes Own Life after Standoff with Oregon Police

If you or someone you know needs help with suicidal thoughts or is otherwise in an immediate mental health crisis, HELP is available.

(SISTERS, Ore. ) - Oregon State Police, with the assistance of Deschutes County Sheriff's Office and Bend Police Department, are investigating the death of an adult male following a standoff Saturday during a stop along Highway 20W between Sisters and Bend.

Beaverton Woman Crashes into Apartment Building

Nobody was injured in the incident.

(BEAVERTON, Ore. ) - A Beaverton woman crashed into a neighbor's apartment Saturday night.

When Washington County Sheriff's Deputies arrived they found that 29-year-old Madysen Boyer had crashed into her neighbor’s apartment while she was parking her car.

Albany Police Officer Fires Weapon in Wal-Mart Parking Lot

No one was injured during this incident.

(ALBANY, Ore. ) - The Linn County Sheriff's Office and the Linn County District Attorney's Office are investigating an officer involved shooting in the parking lot of an Albany, Oregon Walmart.

Albany police say Saturday night just before midnight, two officers contacted an occupant of a vehicle in the parking lot of the Walmart store located at 1330 SE Goldfish Farm Road.

3 in 10 Oregon Surfers Admit to Surfing During Health Advisories

Surfers ingest 10 times more ocean water than swimmers, about 170 milliliters a day, or half a can of soda, researchers said.

(NEWPORT, Ore. ) - Health warnings issued by state officials when beaches have high levels of bacteria do not keep many surfers out of the water, according to a new study by Oregon State University.

Nearly three in 10 surfers admit they knowingly surf during health advisories – nearly the same amount that chooses not to surf during periods of elevated bacteria.

Portland Police Asking for Public`s Help Locating Missing Man

It is possible the missing man may appear confused or disorientated.

(PORTLAND, Ore. ) - The Milwaukie Police Department, in coordination with Portland Police, is asking the public for help in locating 70-year-old Charles Edward Johnson, a Portland resident, who was last seen at Providence Milwaukie Hospital on August 2, at 10:20 a.m.

Portland police say that Johnson left the hospital, and has not returned to his southeast Portland residence.