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Salem Man Arrested for Shooting Police Officer

Salem Police Detective Angus “Scotty” Emmons was treated and released for non-life-threatening injuries.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Salem Police detectives were in their vehicle after conducting an investigation when an unknown vehicle drove up next to the detectives and several shots were fired at the detectives’ vehicle.

One of the bullets penetrated the car, striking a detective in the arm.

Unidentified Federal Officers Detain Peaceful Anti-Racist Protesters

"The outside agitators from Donald Trump’s paramilitary force must be withdrawn from Portland immediately."

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - The Trump Administration sent federal law enforcement into Portland in order to suppress Oregonians advocating for justice at Black Lives Matter protests.

Federal law enforcement is utilizing unmarked vehicles to detain peaceful protesters.

What Oregon Sportsbooks Can Learn from Their UK Counterparts

Oregon is one of four US states that allows sports betting.

(SALEM, Ore.) - In the UK, it’s safe to say that the betting industry is currently thriving.

Because of the fact that the gambling industry is proving to be so lucrative and popular in the UK and indeed, in many other parts of the world as well, more and more countries are looking to get their own slice of the pie and take a page out of the UK’s book.

Schools Reopening During a Pandemic?

Risk of infection for students, teachers, school staff and all of their families should be of prime concern.

(SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.) - Many states seem schizophrenic about school openings, especially states that have done too little too late about curbing the pandemic.

Trump is pressuring schools to reopen without regard to whether it is safe to do so. And many red state governors are feeling the White House pressure to reopen in spite of the rising levels of new cases in their states, giving little or no consideration to the risk of infections to teachers, school staff, students and the families of these students.

Dad`s Finally Home for Dinner! Craig Cesal Finds Freedom.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW with Craig Cesal, recently released from federal prison where he was serving a life sentence on a first offense drug charge.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - A few weeks have passed since Craig walked out of the prison yard and into the outside world. I caught up with Craig to find out how he was doing.

The following is his story in his own words.

Drugs and Stolen Fire Equipment Discovered in Hillsboro

Suspect Mitchell was discovered to be already in custody at the Washington County Correctional Facility.

(McMINNVILLE, Ore.) - CRT investigators located and recovered nearly all the property stolen from the West Valley Fire Department burglary which included medical supplies, radios, and protective equipment.

In addition to the stolen property, a commercial drug amount of methamphetamine, illicit prescription pills, and evidence of delivery of a controlled substance was located.

COVID-19 Cases and Deaths Mounting in Oregon

Oregon reports 4 new deaths and 217 new confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - COVID-19 has claimed four more lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 224.

The Oregon Health Authority reported at 12:01 a.m. today that there are 217 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19, bringing the state total to 10,817.

U.S Members of Congress Move to Block Israeli Annexation of Palestinian West Bank Territories

The Free Palestine Movement comments on the positive move for peace and justice by U.S. Congress

(OCCUPIED PALESTINE) - The Free Palestine Movement accepts the positive statement by twelve members of the U.S. Congress to condition aid to "Israel" on blocking annexation of territories in the Palestinian West Bank.

It is a gesture in the right direction, and we support it as such. However, we caution that it is a very small step and that much more is needed to restore justice.

Oregon Caves Closed but Offering Ranger Walks, Talks and Outreach

All Activities Adhere to the Latest COVID-19 Health Guidance, Tours Remain Closed

(CAVE JUNCTION, Ore.) - While Cave tours remain closed, Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve is offering ranger-led nature hikes and outreach presentations through August 2, 2020.

All surface areas of the park remain open for hiking and other uses. The Oregon Caves Visitor Center and the Illinois Valley Visitor Center are open daily from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Bring lots of questions.

The Conspiracy to Push India and China into War Must Be Thwarted

India's embrace of the Dalai Lama in 1959, coupled with an unresolved border dispute, created renewed conflict between India and China.

(DIASPORA /Tamil Nadu) - India shares its 15,100 km long border with seven countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar, China, Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Of these, India has a long history of border ties with China (3488 km) and Pakistan (3323 km). This is because after India gained independence from Britain, the borders between the two countries have not yet been properly determined. This has led to frequent clashes between India and China.