Salem-News.com Oregon articles

Oregon Man Receives 6.5 Years in Prison for Child Porn

"Alarming": Michael Miner uploaded child pornography to social media and a cloud-based network.

(MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore.) - Today, Multnomah County District Attorney Rod Underhill announced that 39-year-old Michael Scott Miner received a six and a half year prison sentence for being in possession of child pornography.

During this investigation, law enforcement learned that the defendant used his smartphone to search for, download and duplicate numerous child pornography photos and videos.

Legal Home Growing of Marijuana Proposed in Washington State

Positive changes are afoot for adults in Washington....finally.

(OLYMPIA, Wash.) - Legislation in Washington State has been pre-filed which would legalize home growing of marijuana by adults age 21 and older.

The bills, HB 1131 and SB 5155, would legalize small home grows of 6 plants per adult 21+ to a maximum of 15 plants per housing unit as defined in Washington law. Landlords could prohibit home growing by their tenants.

Convicted Felon Guilty of Sex Trafficking

Investigation of convicted felon results in prison sentence

(MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore.) - Mitchell admitted that in March 2017 he intentionally engaged in conduct that aided, facilitated and promoted the sex trafficking of two females.

Furthermore, Mitchell admitted that he knowingly caused physical injury to one of the females and that the assault was committed in the immediate presence of a child.

Newberg Man Sentenced 30 Years for Multiple Rapes

The abuse continued for several years until it was disclosed to authorities.

(YAMHILL COUNTY, Ore.) - 47-year old Andrew Lee Darby, of Newberg, was sentenced to 30 years in prison, after a guilty plea in Yamhill Circuit Court January 4th.

Darby was convicted of Rape and Sodomy after an investigation by the Newberg-Dundee Police Department, involving multiple juvenile victims of sexual assault.

Thieves Use Heavy Equipment for ATM Heist

They left the ATM behind and are still on the run.

(McMINNVILLE, Ore.) - When officers arrived on scene, they saw a large piece of construction equipment and the bank's ATM sitting aside. The equipment was used to push the ATM off of its concrete mooring and across the street.

The heavy equipment was determined to be stolen from near the location. Both the construction equipment and the ATM were abandoned at the scene.

Oregon`s TRUTH Dispensary: The Experience

An exclusive interview with Brandon DeCamp, TRUTH owner/operator.

(SALEM, Ore.) - TRUTH makes an immediate bold statement upon arrival. The dark-hued building was for many years a Skipper’s, and has great parking.

Inside, one enters into a large, open area with an authentic Oregon feel, created by natural wood surfaces. Impressive custom signage and showcases with colorful and orderly products draw in the undecided consumer as well as the experienced cannabis connoisseur.

Brandon DeCamp is a homegrown Oregonian, and the hands on owner of TRUTH Dispensary.

Terry Hickman Sentenced 17 Years for Killing Dallas Boyd

The cause of death was strangulation.

(MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore.) - Today, Multnomah County District Attorney Rod Underhill announced that 58-year-old Terry Hickman was sentenced to 17 years in prison for killing 29-year-old Dallas Boyd.

During Wednesday’s sentencing hearing, Ms. Boyd’s family described her as a “fun-loving” and “spunky” mother of two.

Snake River Correctional Institution Reports In-custody Death

SRCI is a multi-custody prison in Ontario that houses 3,000 male inmates.

(ONTARIO, Ore.) - An Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) adult in custody, Dan Alan Beebe died on December 28, 2018. He was incarcerated at Snake River Correctional Institution (SRCI).

He passed away at a Boise area hospital. As with all in-custody deaths, the Oregon State Police have been notified and the Medical Examiner will determine cause of death.

Tree Blocks Hwy on Humbug Mountain

Expect the unexpected throughout winter months

(U.S. 101, MP 307) - Just south of Port Orford, at 6:36 p.m. Thursday, the Humbug Mountain corridor highway became blocked by a large tree that fell across the highway.

ODOT removed the tree estimated at 6 feet in diameter, 60 feet tall.

Salem Woman Killed by Train (UPDATED)

The investigation into this fatal tragedy continues.

(SALEM, Ore.) - On Thursday, December 27, 2018 at approximately 2:20 pm, Salem Police officers responded to the area of Marion St NE and 12th St NE on the report of an adult female being struck by a southbound Union Pacific freight train.

The victim, identified as 46-year old Michelle Manis, of Salem, was found deceased at the scene.