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Oregon Man Charged After Firing Gun Into Hatfield Federal Courthouse

Melby made his first appearance in federal court today

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - According to the complaint, at approximately 7:35pm on January 8, Melby allegedly jumped over a security fence at the Hatfield Courthouse and, using a 9mm handgun, fired several rounds into the building’s exterior.

Two courthouse security officers exited the building and approached Melby after observing him on a closed-circuit security camera.

Salem Police Make Arrests During Protest at State Capitol

This is the complete and unedited statement from City of Salem Police:

(SALEM, Ore.) - On Friday, January 1, 2021, two groups with opposing ideologies scheduled protests in Salem in separate locations. The event at the Oregon State Capitol was organized by Oregon Women for Trump and was heavily attended by affiliates of the Proud Boys.

Many of the attendees at the state capitol were armed with various weapons, knives, chemical sprays, batons and firearms.

USA Hemp Pilot Programs Extended to 2022

The Controlled Substances Act was amended to exclude hemp from the statutory definition of marijuana.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The 2014 Farm Bill has been extended through January 1, 2022 (Sec. 782) with the Dec. 27th signing of the federal Omnibus Spending Bill.

The bill includes protections for the transportation, processing, sale, and use of hemp grown in compliance with the 2014 and 2018 Farm Bills.

Oregon Reports Total COVID Death Toll of 1,433

There are 515 patients hospitalized with COVID-19 in Oregon

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - COVID-19 has claimed six more lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 1,433, the Oregon Health Authority reported today.

The OHA also reported 865 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19, bringing the state total to 110,545.

City of Salem Condemns Protesters` Actions at Oregon State Capitol

Armed "protesters" used force to try to stop the Legislature’s special session.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Monday morning, armed individuals attempted to disrupt the Oregon Legislature’s special session by taking over the State Capitol building. The Oregon State Police and Salem Police removed the individuals. Salem Police maintained order outside the building.

“During recent protests, speech has occurred that is racist and offensive. We condemn and reject racist speech that spews hatred and vile. There is no place for hate in Salem, and the City will act to protect residents from actions that threaten their safety.” -Mayor Bennett and Salem City Council President Chris Hoy

21 More COVID Deaths in Oregon Yesterday

As of 12:01 a.m. today, Oregon reports 1,339 new confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases, 21 new deaths

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - The number of hospitalized patients with COVID-19 across Oregon is 551, which is three fewer than yesterday. There are 113 COVID-19 patients in intensive care unit (ICU) beds, which is unchanged from yesterday.

The total number of patients in hospital beds may fluctuate between report times. Staffing limitations are not captured in this data and may further limit bed capacity.

Final Defendant Sentenced for Role in Series of Robberies Targeting Marijuana Traffickers

Crime gang busted for targeting individuals buying cannabis on the black market.

(EUGENE, Ore.) - In March 2017, law enforcement began investigating a group using assault rifles and other firearms to violently rob individuals set up to sell or purchase large quantities of marijuana or invest in marijuana operations in Oregon.

“In a misguided attempt to avoid detection by law enforcement, Jorge Rubio and his gang of thugs preyed on people they believed would not report their crimes. In doing so, they callously threatened the lives of their targets and risked the safety of the entire community,” said U.S. Attorney Williams.

First Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine Arrive in Oregon

Oregon kicks off massive immunization campaign as health facilities begin receiving new Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - The first COVID-19 vaccine doses have arrived in Oregon. The first three weeks of the operation, which starts Dec. 21, will see 22,425 vaccine doses going to skilled nursing facilities and 80,000 doses headed to assisted living facilities.

Essential workers, followed by people with underlying health conditions and those older than 65 are next in line.

How to Look After Your Health in a Post-COVID World

Begin, maintain and build healthier habits- now!

(SALEM, Ore.) - Thanks to some amazing scientific breakthroughs in recent months, the end of the COVID-19 pandemic seems closer than ever before. Indeed, several new vaccines represent a serious advancement in modern medicine.

While it still may be months before the US –– and the world –– has effectively contained and addressed COVID-19 cases, it is wise for individuals to start planning for that reality.

Linn County Deputy and Oregon State Police involved in Fatal Shooting Outside Gates

Salem Police assist with deadly force investigation

(GATES, Ore.) - The incident began in Bend, Oregon, when law enforcement responded to two robberies, a Dutch Bros coffee stand and Domino’s Pizza, and a stolen vehicle.

Oregon State Police Troopers and a Linn County deputy took over the pursuit until the vehicle was finally stopped at approximately 11:45 p.m. with spike strips near mile post 38 on Highway 22, outside the city of Gates.