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Fighting the Pandemic and Reopening the Economy

The U.S. is still doing battle with the first wave of the pandemic.

(SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.) - Few would disagree that the collapse of the U.S. economy into a recession was mainly caused by the coronavirus pandemic and worsened by the inept leadership at the federal level.

It would seem to follow that the priority should be to contain the causative virus and reduce the deaths associated with it as quickly as possible before reopening the economy.

Successful Rescue of Fallen Climber on Mt Hood

The events of Saturday morning will not soon be forgotten.

(MT HOOD, Oregon) - Katie Howard, of Portland, called 911 at about 7:30 a.m. to report her climbing partner had fallen and was presumed to be seriously injured.

26-year old Von Donald Houvener, of Portland, had fallen about 300 feet down to the White River Canyon and was located at approximately 9,100' elevation.

Two Fugitives from Alabama Arrested in Oregon

Marion County deputies safely capture two men wanted for multiple murders.

(MARION COUNTY, Ore.) - Deputies from the Marion County Sheriff's Office, with members from the Marion County SWAT team, initiated a traffic stop on a Silver/Grey Dodge Charger with an Alabama license plate in Stayton at 12:30 pm June 21, 2020.

Inside the Dodge were two men suspected of killing seven people in a shooting on June 5th.

Functions of HGH: Can It Change Life For the Better?

A sedentary lifestyle and high sugar intake increases the natural slowing of hormone production.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Human Growth Hormone, or HGH, is produced by your body throughout your lifetime. As we age, factors such as inactivity, obesity and endocrine disorders can reduce the amount of these hormones produced by your body.

IGF, or insulin-like growth factor, is a specific growth hormone related to overall pituitary function.

Who Will Go to Prison Next: Purdue Pharma? The Sackler Family?

Insys Therapeutics founder, John Kapoor is serving a prison term -- why not Purdue Pharma and the Sackler Family?

(MYRTLE BEACH, SC) - Tuesday evening, June 23, PBS Frontline will air an hour episode on the sordid crime spree by Insys Therapeutics, maker of Subsys (fentanyl), resulting in a brave attorney representing a family in the death of their young daughter because she was prescribed Subsys for non-cancer treatment.

Damning evidence was uncovered which helped lead to convictions and prison sentences of executives of the disgraced pharmaceutical company.

Withdrawal of Las Vegas Sands a Major Setback for Japan`s Casino Efforts

Las Vegas Sands recently withdrew from building a major casino resort in Japan. This withdrawal has been a substantial hit to the efforts of Japan's investments in casino gambling.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Economic development is one of the significant aims of Japan today. Projects that enlarge the net exports and imports of a given nation are considered vital signs of economic growth and development.

Therefore, as an integrated casino resort was to be put up in the country, this should have contributed to economic growth and development in Japan.

COVID-19 - Pandemic or Profit Maker?

“Dexamethasone is inexpensive, on the shelf, and can be used immediately to save lives worldwide."

(MYRTLE BEACH, SC) - In April, Dr. Sidell was treating COVID-19 patients and began questioning the protocol used in ventilators.

He said, "COVID does not appear to be a pneumonia, instead resembles something similar to high altitude sickness. We are treating the wrong disease." (via Twitter)

Fatal Crash Claims Two When Vehicle Goes Off Cliff in Oregon Wilderness

The vehicle was 100 or more feet down a steep embankment.

(WILLAMINA, Ore.) - Initial reports indicated there were 4-6 people in a vehicle that had "gone off a cliff".

Upon arrival, crews found three victims in two separate locations along the road. They were transported to Salem Hospital.

Sports Betting: Up to COVID-19 and Beyond

Sports betting has been on the rise for the last two decades. It was at its peak as the pandemic hit. How has it been impacted and what’s the future?

(SALEM, Ore.) - You can imagine the overwhelming challenge faced by betting sites that rely on the action of live sport to flourish.

One minute you are part of a sector that is peaking in popularity, with billions spent each year. Then, sports are shut down because of a pandemic and the foundation of your business is swiped out from under you.

Top Challenges Restaurants Face Today

Stand out from your competitors by being a vigilant problem solver.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The food industry is one of the businesses with high-risks prepositions. It requires a lot of capital, it faces a lot of competition, and the diners’ choice may be beyond overwhelming.

That’s why research shows that about 60% of restaurants fail within the first year of operation, while 80% of them fail within the first five years of operation.