MISSING CHILD ALERT: Marley Kay Wnorowski is Missing and is Believed to be in Danger

Contact 911 or local law enforcement if you believe you see her.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), Child Welfare Division, asks the public to help find 16-year old Marley Kay Wnorowski, a child in foster care who went missing from Pendleton, Oregon on Oct. 30. Marley is believed to possibly be in danger.

She may be in the company of Kyle Teeter, a 25-year-old male.

Police Make Arrest After Dead Man Found in Car Trunk

One man is being charged with abuse of a corpse in the second degree.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Upon opening the trunk, a suitcase containing a body was found. Members of the Salem Police Department Violent Crimes Unit responded to investigate the death. Detectives were later able to positively identify the body as Flennory.

During the investigation, two individuals were found living inside Flennory’s apartment.

OHA Concerned About Omicron Variant

“Pandemic fatigue” contributes to threat of virus via apathy.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - The best way to protect yourself against Omicron, or any variant of COVID-19 that is circulating, is to be vaccinated. Vaccination remains the best protection against COVID-19. Those due for a booster should get it as soon as possible.

Those who are not yet vaccinated should get their first COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible.

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Fatal Pedestrian v. Vehicle Crash on Hwy 30

Hwy 30 was closed for 2.5 hours following the crash.

(Multnomah County, Ore.) - A Ford Escape, operated by 28-year old Brandon Pollard, of Warren, was travelling eastbound on Hwy 30 and struck a female adult who was on foot within the eastbound “A” Lane.

The pedestrian has been identified as 41-year old Amy Bybee, of Portland.

Bicyclist Killed in Hwy 34 Crash

Anyone with information, please contact Sergeant Iverson at 541-766-6858.

(CORVALLIS, Ore.) - Based on witness statements, a bicyclist was riding on Hwy 34 approximately 6 miles west of Philomath. When, as the bike was turning east onto Decker Road, a Ford pickup tried to pass the bike and they collided.

Life saving measures were taken but the bicyclist was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Rodrigo Lizarraga Shares Graphic Design Tips for Social Media Strategies

“Don’t distract the user’s attention from your brand message, but make the branding simple to find.” ~ Rodrigo Lizarraga

(SALEM, Ore.) - 90% of information which reaches the brain is visual and this makes visual perception most important of all.

Rodrigo Lizarraga, an art director and graphic designer, has given us his top design tips for creating social media graphics to make sure that your message really stands out from the crowd.

How to Boost Gaming Performance On Your Android

Make your Android phone more game-friendly.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Did you know you can change some settings on your Android phone to help your games run faster?

Most of these Android game optimization methods are simple to implement, and you don't even need root access to carry them out.

Rittenhouse Meets Trump

Rittenhouse and his mother met with Trump at Mar-a-Lago.

(SAN FRANCISCO, CA.) - Vigilante Kyle Rittenhouse was acquitted of killing two people and wounded one other with an AR-15 semiautomatic rifle at a protest in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

The night of Aug 25, 2020, protesters had gathered there to speak out against the police shooting of Jacob Blake.

It's Time for Impunity to End with the FDA: PART 4

Part 4 in a series - "Why wasn't Purdue Pharma and the Sacklers charged under RICO?"

(MYRTLE BEACH, SC) - The below article was published in three newspapers including Salem-News.com in 2019 during my 19 years of "continuously" exposing Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family, maker of OxyContin.

We are now left with sheep in wolves clothing profiting off of Purdue Pharma and their fifteen minutes of fame.

One Fatality in Collision Near Enchanted Forest

Police say speed may have been the cause.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Yesterday, a motor vehicle crash claimed the life of one person near Enchanted Forest.

Monday, November 22, 2021 at approximately 11:28 AM, Oregon State Troopers and emergency personnel responded to a single vehicle rollover crash on Enchanted Way near the Hwy 164 interchange.

Parade of Storms to Resume in Washington and Canada

As cleanup and recovery efforts persist, excessive rainfall is once again in the forecast for storm-weary regions of western Washington and British Columbia, Canada.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Another train of storms is expected to race through the hard-hit areas of the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia, Canada, this week.

For those in the U.S., Thanksgiving will be a particularly wet holiday.

Customizing Is Key In Lead Nurturing Says Jonathan Diaz

“You have to deliver the correct message to the correct person at the correct time” -Jonathan Diaz

(SALEM, Ore.) - Today, the world is becoming increasingly digital, and that raises some problems for businesses. Consumers are increasing expecting a level of personalization and relevance which goes far beyond just generalizations whenever they interact with brands.

It’s no wonder, then, that when it comes to lead nurturing, finding ways to customize the experience is key and this is something that Jonathan Diaz knows all too well.

Millions Plan Thanksgiving Travel Amid Weather Worries

Americans are hitting the road (or the air)- whatever the weather.

(SALEM, Ore.) - More than 53 million people are predicted to travel for Thanksgiving this year, which is up 13% from last year, according to AAA, and near what was seen at the last Thanksgiving before the coronavirus pandemic in 2019.

Mother Nature will serve up a cornucopia of weather elements across the United States on the day before Thanksgiving including chilly winds, a bit of snow, rain showers and a few thunderstorms, but dry and tranquil weather is on the menu for large swathes of the country.

Why You Should Apply for a Medical Marijuana Card

Legal cannabis use is a stress reliever in many ways

(SALEM, Ore.) - Marijuana has a history that spans over 5,000 years. It is known to help ease and/or alleviate a number of ailments, including nausea, pain and glaucoma.

There are many factors that play a role in improving health and wellness, and for millions of people around the world, marijuana is a part of the plan.

The Climate Crisis After Glasgow

The largest delegation at the conference was the fossil fuel lobbyists.

(SAN FRANCISCO, CA.) - The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change delivered a report on climate change predicting that we can no longer stop global warming from intensifying over the next 30 years and the role of human influence on the climate system is undisputed.

The report is described as a “Code Red for Humanity.”

5 Things To Do To Alleviate Boredom

Great tips for reducing the "ho hum's" no matter where you live.

(SALEM, Ore.) - With or without a pandemic, we all get bored at some point- but what is there to do? You may have exhausted your own ideas, so here are a few suggestions to help quell your boredom next time you’re feeling a little restless.

Starting something new or returning to an activity you once enjoyed will help redirect you, and bring you new fulfillment.

Coach Berg Welcomes Six Signees to Oregon State Softball

Oregon State Athletics strives to Build Excellent Authentic Visionary Student-Athletes

(CORVALLIS, Ore.) - Oregon State head softball coach Laura Berg has announced a six-player signing class have signed their National Letters of Intent.

Jenna Birch, Madyson Clark, Kaiea Higa, Morgan Howey, Shaylen McDowell and Sydney Saenz are an exciting, very competitive set of athletes.

Officers Investigate Report of Armed Person on McKay HS Campus

Contrary to postings on social media, no shots were fired on or near the campus.

(SALEM, Ore.) - At about 11:30 a.m. today multiple Salem Police officers responded to McKay High School on the report of an armed person.

No weapons were found. No arrests were made. The students involved were released to school administrators.

How Salem, Oregon Supports and Provides For Its Aging Community

Salem is growing older by the day, that's a statistical fact.

(SALEM, Ore.) - According to the World Health Organization, the world is currently experiencing an increase in its elderly community. And we don't need to look too far to see these changes in action.

Taking a look at Salem, Oregon quickly shows that citizens over the age of 60 currently make up roughly 15% of the population.

How to Prepare for a Perfect Product Launch

To sell a product, you need to know a product... and be excited about it!

(SALEM, Ore.) - Launching a new product can be an exasperating time in the business world, particularly for small companies looking to establish themselves as real contenders in the modern entrepreneurial arena.

Careful preparation is often the key to success.

A Tale of Two Species (in The Age of Not Knowing)

Underreported and less known is how climate change affects the oceans.

(LOS ANGELES, Calif.) - It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. It was the age of information, it was the age of not knowing.

As climate change has impacted fisheries and marine ecosystems across Alaska and the Pacific Northwest, the data gathered have been surprising.

Israel's New Leadership Offers Nothing New to Palestinians

Actions against human rights groups are a major blow to Israel’s image as a democratic state.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - How have Israeli-Palestinian relations changed since the end of the right-wing Netanyahu government? The short answer: Not much; a right-wing government is still in charge.

Settler violence is increasing, nearly doubling the total of the first half of 2021.

Student with Gun Arrested at Salem Middle School

The student was transported to the Marion County Juvenile Detention Facility

(SALEM, Ore.) - A middle school student was arrested for having a handgun Monday morning.

Salem Police officers responded to Stephens Middle School at approximately 10:40 a.m. on the report by staff of a student with a handgun hidden in a backpack. The student was detained by staff without incident prior to police arrival.