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Tim King Interviews Israeli Peace Activist Gila Svirsky

It isn't every day you get to hear candid talk about the inner-struggle for peace in Palestine and Israel.

(SALEM, Ore.) - We constantly report stories about the conflict in the Occupied Territories of Palestine, and Israel itself, at Salem-News.com. It is our opinion and that of millions around the world, that most of the world's problems stem from the conflict in this disputed region of the world.

If you listen to Israeli Peace Activist Gila Svirsky, you just might believe that there is hope for this eternally painful and deadly situation. She says that the core problem, like so many in the world, stems from people who have extremist beliefs. A resident of Jerusalem, Gila was born and raised on the east coast of the U.S. before moving to Israel 43 years ago.

Salem-News.com Newscast for Friday (VIDEO)

Recorded live Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. in our Downtown, Oregon news studios.

(SALEM, Ore.) - In tonight's news, Police investigate a serious crash on Turner Road that injured a Eugene Woman, in the same set of curves that saw a recent fatal crash. And an Israeli peace activist visits Salem from Jerusalem, to talk about solutions for Mideast peace.

Bonnie King will have the weekend weather forecast, and we'll introduce you to a team of local ghosthunters who are on the trail of some interesting and hard to explain events in some of Oregon's lonelier locations.

A View From The Other Side at this Weekend`s Psychic Faire In Salem (VIDEO ADDED)

Residents and visitors can look forward to an afternoon of fun and enlightenment.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Tea Party Bookshop and SynergetInc are coming together Saturday, September 26th, from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m., to present their third Psychic Faire.

Tad Stuck with the The Tea Party Bookshop, said, "We have an incredible program, with local psychics, astrologists, channelers, tarot readers, energetic healers and more." Stuck says this is the perfect opportunity to meet a wide array of talented individuals, ask questions, set up a session, and learn something new.

Ron Noble Talks About Recovery of Murder Victim Brooke Wilberger (VIDEO)

The former Corvallis Police Lieutenant says he is relieved by the recovery of Brooke's remains, calling it bittersweet news.

(SALEM, Ore.) - McMinnville Police Chief Ron Noble was a Corvallis Police Lieutenant when Brooke Wilberger disappeared in May 2004. Her remains were recovered in recent days after a confession from her killer, Joel Courtney. He avoided a death sentence by revealing the location of her remains.

Over the five years of Salem-News.com's existence, the story of Brooke Wilberger has surfaced many times.

Dr. Phil Leveque Comments on Jack Herer`s Recent Heart Attack (VIDEO)

In this video, Doc Leveque talks about his close friend who fights for his life at the time of this writing.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Our Dr. Phil Leveque and Hemp Icon Jack Herer, go back a long way. Over the years, along with other noted activists, doctors and attorneys, they have led the movement to legalize cannabis, marijuana, and of course, Hemp.

As of this morning, Jeannie Herer told Salem-News, "Right now we're just waiting for the results of the latest EEG test. He still hasn't woken up."

Hemp Guru Jack Herer`s Condition Critical But Stable

Jack Herer is the author of "The Emperor Wears No Clothes" the best-selling cult classic that ignited the Hemp Revolution worldwide.

(SALEM, Ore.) - As of this morning there was little change in his condition. He has not awakened, and is in stable but critical condition. On this, the seventh day since Jack Herer was struck down by a heart attack, he is still fighting for his life, but he's not fighting it alone.

His friends, family and followers number in the tens of thousands, and they're all holding strong that Jack will be back.

Salem-News.com Newscast Recorded Friday (VIDEO PROGRAM)

NBC's Ann Curry speaks to Iran's President about new developments in Iran's relationship with the U.S. We'll look at the type of plane U.S. pilots may have to deal with if there are future conflicts, and we'll show you the Vietnam Traveling Wall that recently came to Albany, Oregon.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Here are some of the stories you can look for during our special live 7:00 news broadcast on Salem-News.com for September 18, 2009.

Oregon State Police say one northbound lane is open following a multi-vehicle crash involving 26 motorcycles and two passenger cars on Interstate 5 near the Baldock Rest Area south of Wilsonville.

NYC Won`t Run Marijuana Ads But That Won`t Silence Patients

New York City TV just showed its colors.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Cannabis, or marijuana as it is widely known in the United States, has been used medicinally for thousands of years. This fact is indisputable. Another fact, it has never caused a death.

Now, let's get down to business. Speaking directly to those with an objection to marijuana: You don't like marijuana, because it makes you uncomfortable. As a kid, it was a taboo, and associated with the seedy road of life. Now that you're an adult, you see it as a risk. A risk to your social status, to your employment status, even to your personal relationships.

Hempstalk Fashion Show Mixes Beauty and Art With Natural Style

Hemp Fashions range from the semi-nude to the downright classy.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - A diverse set of models displayed the latest Hemp Fashions over the weekend at Hempstalk in Portland. Thousands watched as the different styles were shown, all 100% made from the marijuana or cannabis plant.

Hemp is the term that refers to the industrial strains of the plant. They have historically been used for everything from food and fuel, to medicine, clothing and food.

DEA vs. Cannabis: a Vexing Subject Says NORML`s Allen St Pierre (VIDEO)

NORML Executive Director sets the record straight about marijuana prohibition, addiction, and more.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - I spoke with Allen St Pierre, Executive Director of NORML (National Reform of Marijuana Laws) while he was appearing at Portland's HempStalk last weekend.

NORML has been a driving force of marijuana advocacy, medicinal marijuana, and law reformation on state and federal levels since its formation in 1970. In 1999 they adopted their current mission statement, "...to achieve the repeal of marijuana prohibition so that the responsible use of cannabis by adults is no longer subject to penalty."