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Oregon Secretary of State Bev Clarno Responds to Circuit Court Ruling on Voters` Pamphlet

"I still believe 5 p.m. is 5 p.m. and we will appeal the ruling," said Secretary Clarno

(SALEM, Ore.) - In light of today’s decision by the Marion County Circuit Court, Secretary of State Bev Clarno has announced she will accept the Voters’ Pamphlet statement from the Oregon Republican Party that was filed after the 5 p.m. deadline on August 25.

All political parties are afforded an equal opportunity to include a statement in the Voters’ Pamphlet, but are required to file the statement before the deadline.

Oregon DMV Call Centers and Most Offices Closed Tuesday

If you have an appointment this week and your office is closed, DMV will contact you to reschedule

(SALEM, Ore.) - DMV call centers and most offices including headquarters in Salem will be closed again Tuesday because of hazardous indoor air quality. Some offices may reopen during the day if air quality improves.

Due to heavy wildfire smoke affecting nearly every part of the state, air conditions are not safe for customers and employees inside most DMV buildings.

Air Quality Advisory for all of Oregon Extended at Least Through Thursday

NOTE: Cloth, dust and surgical masks DO NOT protect from the harmful particles in smoke. Stay Inside.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, Lane Regional Air Protection Agency and the Southwest Washington Clean Air Agency extended an air quality advisory Monday for all regions of Oregon and Southwest Washington due to smoke from fires in Oregon, Washington and California.

DEQ expects the air quality advisory to last at least through Thursday.

Oregon COVID-19 Cases Nearing 30,000

Wildfires and hazardous air conditions have affected COVID-19 testing in Oregon.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - COVID-19 has claimed two more lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 511, and there are 151 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19 as of 12:01 a.m. today bringing the state total to 29,484.

The new confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases reported today are in the following counties...

Oregon Fires Cause a Smokey Traffic Hazard

Here are some steps you can take to help stay safe if you encounter heavy smoke while driving.

(SALEM, Ore.) - There were a few crashes Sunday morning in and around Salem due to low visibility. With heavy smoke and fog blanketing much of the state, ODOT is reminding drivers the best thing they can do to stay safe is avoid driving unless absolutely necessary.

Remember to check conditions if you must head out. A number of roads remain closed throughout the state.

Beachie Creek Fire Looters Arrested After Pursuit

Several items were recovered from inside the suspect vehicle

(SALEM, Ore.) - Earlier today, at approximately 10:11 a.m., deputies from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a suspicious van in the area near Detroit, Oregon. Fire crews also reported seeing the van earlier in the town of Idahna and were concerned it was involved in the recent lootings.

Two male suspects ran from the vehicle. With the assistance of Linn County’s K9 and other nearby agencies, one suspect was immediately located and taken into custody near the golf course. At the time he was seen as attempting to break into a home.

Everything You Need to Know About CBD Skincare

CBD is one of the 100+ unique phytocannabinoids found in cannabis.

(SALEM, Ore.) - CBD skincare allows you to provide your body with targeted support. You can pinpoint the spot where you feel or see discomfort and actively apply a solution. CBD oil permeates our porous skin, getting to the root of our issues.

Research shows that CBD is an antioxidant comparable to Vitamin C and Vitamin E.

Three DOC Oregon Prisons Evacuated Due to Fire Threat

A total of 1,450 adults in custody have been relocated, not released.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Three Salem institutions are in potential danger as the fires move down the Santiam Canyon. DOC has worked with the Oregon State Police and the State Fire Marshall to keep everyone who works and lives inside these prisons safe.

A total of 1,450 adults in custody (AIC) have been relocated. All AICs have been moved to and will be housed in emergency beds throughout Oregon State Penitentiary (OSP).

Marion County Declares Emergency Due to wildfires

The emergency declaration allows the county to seek resources from the state government.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Marion County Board of Commissioners has declared a State of Emergency for Marion County due to rapidly spreading wildfires in the county. Fires are expected to continue and have required evacuations.

The county will take all necessary steps to coordinate response and recovery from this emergency.

Commercial Fire in Downtown Salem

Three alarm fire on Division in downtown Salem.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Salem Firefighters are on the scene of a three alarm structure fire at 110 Division Street Northeast in Salem.

The fire has forced road closures at Front Street Northeast and D Street Northeast, as well as a road closure at Front Street Northeast just south of Division Street Northeast.