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TRUMP INC. GOES TO WASHINGTON

While President of the United States, Trump's extensive business interests will be in the hands of his three oldest children.

(SAN FRANCISCO) - Donald J. Trump and his family have business interests in at least 20 countries in addition to extensive hotel and real estate holdings in the United States.

Could Trump administration actions around the world be shaded even slightly by his ties to foreign players? Would his overseas holdings be targets for terrorism?

Oregon Updates Temporary Rules for Streamlining Marijuana Testing Process

These are newer temporary rules to update the temporary rules effective Dec 2, temporarily.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The new temporary testing rules update previously adopted temporary rules that took effect Dec. 2. Those rules allowed producers and processors to test fewer marijuana samples in an effort to lower costs and streamline the testing process.

OHA officials found the Dec. 2 temporary rules remained burdensome, and additional changes were needed.

U.S. Veterans Made History at Standing Rock

Thousands of veterans joined the Standing Rock Sioux in an unprecedented show of force that brought an end to the Dakota Access Pipeline.

(CANNON BALL, ND) - The event at Standing Rock is giving life to a movement of American people whose unified voice can rise above the grinding of bulldozers and the screams of injured protesters.

It ushers in a new idea of what it means to be American and amplifies the message to police and national guard soldiers that their archaic tactics of violence toward Native people will no longer be tolerated.

Oregon`s Governor Advises Against Partying and Driving

Over the past 5 years during the holidays, 14 people died in crashes and half of those were alcohol-involved crashes.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Members of the Governor’s Advisory Committee on DUII are reminding motorists this holiday season about the dangers of driving under the influence, which includes alcohol and other impairing drugs, such as cannabis (marijuana).

“Impaired driving is completely preventable,” said Chuck Hayes, chair of the Governor’s Advisory Committee on DUII.

Standing Rock Sioux Tribe`s Statement on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Decision to Not Grant Easement

NO ACCESS! But the fight is not over.

(CANNON BALL, N.D.) - The following statement was released by Standing Rock Sioux Tribal Chairman Dave Archambault II:

“Today, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced that it will not be granting the easement to cross Lake Oahe for the proposed Dakota Access Pipeline. Instead, the Corps will be undertaking an environmental impact statement to look at possible alternative routes...."

DAPL: Sec of Army Announced the Easement has been DENIED

"We will not fight tonight, we will dance!" -Rami Bald Eagle, Cheyenne River Lakota Tribal Leader

(SALEM, Ore.) - Moments ago, the Secretary of the Army contacted tribal leaders and announced the easement has been denied.

Thousands of U.S. Veterans have boots on the ground at the Standing Rock Protest, many more than expected. Tim King, former editor of Salem-News.com, is there and heard the announcement. It looks like the AMERICANS have won, after all.

Oregon Switches Gears to Revive Cannabis Industry

The OHA says the temporary rules provide relief for the industry while maintaining "public health protection".

(SALEM, Ore.) - The outcry has apparently been heard. The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) announced today it is modifying testing standards for medical and recreational marijuana products with new, temporary rules.

According to those most affected, testing costs have driven up consumer prices, created product shortages, and caused some processors to actually cease operations (temporarily) and furlough employees just as the holidays are upon us.

Highlighting Details of Trump`s Tax Plan

Trump has widely spoken about his plans to cut taxes for businesses, with the hope it will stimulate the economy.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Not all of the details of his proposed plans are known yet, but in a general sense, most expect the President-elect will be calling for income tax cuts across all areas including for individuals, businesses, and investments.

The plan Trump’s presenting calls for reducing tax brackets from seven to three, with rates that would be 12 percent, 25 percent, and 33 percent. The current top rate is 39.6 percent.

Is Oregon Good for Business?

Oregon’s recent legalization of marijuana is attracting a new industry and new group of entrepreneurs to the state.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Although business owners may complain about high fees and high capital gains tax rates, the lack of state sales tax and low corporate tax actually make Oregon very attractive to businesses.

In a recent study by Ernst & Young for the Council on State Taxation, Oregon tied with Connecticut for the lowest effective business tax rate.

What To Know About Investing In Marijuana Post-Election

The election of Trump as the next U.S. president has some investors nervous

(SALEM, Ore.) - Marijuana and its legalization remain controversial in the eyes of many people in the U.S., but initiatives are moving forward in many states to make it legal and accessible regardless.

Investors have been eyeing marijuana-related stocks and investment opportunities for quite some time, particularly considering 25 states and the District of Columbia have legalized the possession and distribution of medical marijuana.