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Employing Confidence Building Measures in the Ukraine Crisis

CBMs might accomplish a series of substantive, verifiable steps that reduce tensions.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - The president of Ukraine had come to believe that as much as he wants Ukraine to join NATO, it may be just a dream.

Then came another small news item that might offer help: a report that Vladimir Putin has suggested using CBMs—confidence building measures-- to resolve issues with NATO rather than strive for a comprehensive agreement that seems out of reach.

Merkley Statement on Putin`s Re-Invasion of Ukraine

Oregon Senator urges Russia to "end this illegal incursion".

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley, a member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the following statement after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that he is launching a military operation re-invading Ukraine:

“Russia today is not only attacking Ukraine, it is attacking the very foundations of the international order..."

Not Your Champion

There are plenty of free thinkers who are not the sheeple following Trump.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Dear White America:

Donald Trump is no more your savior than Hitler was Germany’s savior.
Regain your consciousness.

History shows us again and again the momentary thrill of hearing strike-back rhetoric from those who claim to be the hero.

Russia-Ukraine Escalation Sends Crude Oil to 8-Year Highs

Gas Prices Continue to March Higher

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - The potential invasion of Ukraine by Russia is having a rippling effect on the global oil markets, sending crude oil prices higher, which in turn is driving up the price of gasoline in the U.S.

Drivers in 47 states are seeing pump prices rise. The Oregon average adds two cents to $3.99.

Cost of Living Relief Package Will Target Childcare Affordability and Support Working Families

"This will support Oregon’s economic recovery and lift up communities across the state."

(SALEM, Ore.) - As the cost of living spikes across the country, the Oregon Legislature is working on a relief package to put money back in Oregonians’ pockets and drive down the cost of everyday necessities like childcare.

This investment package will also provide one-time $600 payments to support the more than 240,000 Oregonians who claimed the earned income tax credit (EITC) on their 2020 tax returns.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict in a Nutshell

A diplomatic solution seems to be closing rapidly.

(SAN FRANCISCO, CA.) - Vladimir Putin’s aggression toward Ukraine took an ominous turn on Monday when he recognized the independence of the breakaway Ukrainian enclaves of the so-called Donetsk and Luhansk People’s Republics and ordered Russian troops into them as “peacekeepers.”

No matter what Putin calls it, when you send troops into another country without its permission, that’s an invasion.

Man Charged With Murder After Mass Shooting in Portland

One victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Four others were hospitalized with injuries.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Multnomah County DA Mike Schmidt announced nine charges filed against 43-year old Benjamin Smith including one count of Murder in the Second Degree with a firearm, four counts of Attempted Murder in the Second Degree with a firearm, two counts of Assault in the first degree with a firearm and two counts of Assault in the Second Degree with a firearm.

DA Schmidt also sought and received a warrant for Smith’s arrest.

Salem`s New Middle Housing Code Takes Effect March 16

The new rules allow for a broader mix of housing in specific residential zones.

(SALEM, Ore.) - New land use rules in Salem will soon allow development of multiple-household dwellings, known as middle housing, on building lots of at least 4,000 square feet.

Salem’s middle housing code allows for attached as well as detached middle housing. Examples of the various options include duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes, townhouses, and cottage clusters.

UPDATE: OSP Clears multi-vehicle crashes along I-84 between Pendleton and La Grande

170 vehicles were cleared from a 1.75 mile stretch of the interstate.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Oregon State Police along with several local agencies worked together throughout the night to get Interstate 84 open and cleared of vehicles.

A total of 71 people were transported from the crash scene to the reunification center via busses. 17 patients were transported from the crash scene with an additional 2 transported after having arrived at the reunification center.

Huge Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes I-84 for up to 80 Miles

About 98 vehicles have crashed along I-84 between Pendleton and La Grande

(SALEM, Ore.) - Several multiple vehicle wrecks including passenger cars and semi-trucks took place early afternoon today on I-84 westbound at milepost 230.

ODOT's cameras reveal an enormous amount of vehicles crashed into one another, completely closing the freeway in both directions.