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Oregon Drug Take-Back Bill Becomes Law

Oregon is the sixth state to require drug manufacturers to manage and fund take-back program

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - The law will ensure that every community in Oregon has free, convenient access to safe drug disposal.

The law takes effect in September 2019 and the program must be operational by July 1, 2021.

Hagg Lake Shooting Suspect Named

There is no update on the condition of either deputy injured in the shooting.

(WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ore.) - The Washington County Major Crimes Team has identified 56-year old Dante James Halling as the suspect who shot two deputies on Thursday, August 8, 2019.

If you saw Mr. Halling, spoke with him, or know anything about his activities or whereabouts in the weeks prior to the shooting on Thursday, please call the tip line at 503-846-2500.

Does Working Out in the Morning Help You Lose More Weight?

Exercising increases endorphins and serotonin.

(SALEM, Ore.) - "Timing is everything," as the old adage goes. While losing weight for men's health is an around-the-clock process, timing could also be crucial when it comes to working out for maximum fat loss.

From increased calorie burning to better overall thermal effects, morning workouts may be the key to breaking through a weight loss plateau.

Life in Prison at Hard Labor for Selling $20 Marijuana

Winslow’s case is one of the most egregious for marijuana violations

(BATON ROUGE, LA) - Fate Vincent Winslow was arrested in the Fall of 2008 for making $5 commission for delivering $20 worth of weed.

The man he was delivering weed to was an undercover cop and when asked why Winslow had agreed, he said because he wanted to use the $5 to buy food.

Two Deputies Shot by Theft Suspect Near Hagg Lake

The suspect surrendered to deputies after sustaining gunshot wounds.

(WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ore.) - Deputies responded to a theft of a long gun at a residence on SW Scoggins Valley Rd in Gaston. It was reported that the suspect was last seen going into the woods.

While TNT members were looking for the suspect, he began shooting at them. Two deputies were shot by the suspect and multiple TNT members returned fire, injuring the suspect.

Fatal Boom-Lift Accident Kills Two Arborists

Attempts at CPR were unsuccessful.

(HAPPY VALLEY, Ore.) - Two arborists were killed today in a boom-lift accident that occurred while the arborists were helping take down shades strung over the grounds at the Pickathon music festival, at Pendarvis Farm in Happy Valley.

The arborists were approximately 40 feet in the air when the boom lift they were on tilted and fell.

Bayard Sentenced to 75 Months in Prison for Causing Deadly Crash

The drunk driver had a blood alcohol level of 0.77% nearly three hours after the fatal crash.

(HILLSBORO, Ore.) - Roger James Bayard pleaded guilty July 26th to second-degree manslaughter, fourth-degree assault with an injury and driving under the influence of intoxicants, as a result of a fatal crash he caused while he was drunk.

March 30th, 2019, Bayard pulled into oncoming traffic...

Another Bat Tested Positive for Rabies

Bats are the most common carriers of rabies in Oregon.

(MARION COUNTY, Ore.) - A rabid bat was found in the Breitenbush area of Marion County and public health officials are warning area residents to take precautions.

Do not approach bats, wildlife, or other mammals seen exhibiting odd behavior.

Zero Tolerance for Drunk Driving in Oregon

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign aims to decrease injuries and fatalities this Labor Day weekend.

(KEIZER, Ore.) - 10,874 people were killed in drunk-driving crashes in 2017 in the U.S., that is, one person was killed in drunk driving crashes every 48 minutes.

This is why the Keizer Police Department is working with NHTSA to remind drivers that drunk driving is not only illegal, it is a matter of life and death. As you head out to Labor Day festivities, remember: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

Oregon`s Milepost 97 Fire Now 75% Contained

The fire size is unchanged and stands at 13,119 acres.

(CANYONVILLE, Ore.) - The fire had complexities: multiple land ownership including private, state, federal and tribal trust lands; a major power line and natural gas pipeline dissecting the middle of the fire area; a major interstate freeway (I-5) lining the eastern edge of the fire; and three communities directly in the path of the fire.

This was the first large fire of Oregon’s young 2019 fire season.