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America`s Bridges Are Falling Down, Falling Down...

According to a 2012 Skagit County Public Works Department, 42 of the county's 108 bridges are 50 years or older. The document says eight of the bridges are more than 70 years old and two are over 80.

(SEATTLE) - An Interstate 5 bridge collapsed into the Skagit River, dumping two vehicles and a trailer in the waters north of Mount Vernon. A law-enforcement source said 150 yards of the interstate dropped into the water.

"It's a hell of a ride," the source said.

Oregon Tells Father who Inspired Jerusha Lee, Mechanic`s Daughter Debut Album, to Vacate Repair Shop

After recording debut album with his daughter and a Grammy band from LA, Lee Barfknecht, owner of West Gate Auto for 43 years, learns shop and business will be demolished for a road widening project.

(SALEM) - Lee Barfknecht, owner and mechanic of West Gate Auto, an auto repair shop in Salem, Oregon for 43 years, just had a dream come true by being involved in his daughter's debut album.

Jerusha Lee had teamed-up with Grammy-award winning musicians in Los Angeles to record "Mechanic's Daughter" inspired by her father.

Washington Bridge Packed With Cars Collapses Into River

Those who were recovered were sent to a number of different local area hospitals.

(MT. VERNON, WA) - The Associated Press reports that the Interstate 5 Bridge over the Skagit River in Northwestern Washington State collapsed tonight, dumping vehicles and people into the river.

State troopers are not certain as to how many people were injured.

Rolling Thunder XXVI May 26, 2013: Until They Are Home

Always remember our troops serving, those who have borne the battle and those who gave their lives for us so we can live free!

(WASHINGTON DC) - Few things are more "American" than the roar of hundreds of thousands of bikers riding through Washington D.C.

Each year bikers honor the more than 58,000 who gave their lives in the Vietnam War and the countless number left behind.

Dear Friend of Salem-News.com Killed by Motor Vehicle Friday Evening in California

Terry Gray was born in Costa Mesa, Orange County, in Southern California and was so proud to be a native of the sunshine state.

(ROHNERT PARK, CA) - Friday at approximately 5:23 p.m., a dear friend, one loved as family by this reporter personally, was struck and killed while attempting to cross the Rohnert Park Expressway during rush-hour.

Terry Gray was trying to get to cross a multi-lane road, according to police, family and eye witnesses.

Two Vehicle Fatal Crash US Hwy 11 at MP 20 Near Pendleton, Oregon

The deceased driver had a pet dog in his vehicle, which was treated for minor injuries and released.

(PENDLETON, OR) - State police troopers from the Pendleton Area Command say one person died this morning at approximately 8:50 a.m. when two vehicles collided n SR Hwy 11 at MP 20 near Pendleton, Oregon.

The occupants of the other vehicle either were not injured, or suffered minor injuries.

Tow Company Offers Reward After Their Driver is Injured in Hit and Run

$1000 Reward has been offered for the "Arrest and Conviction" of the responsible party.

(SALEM) - There was a Hit & Run accident on Mission Street Sunday evening, where a tow truck driver who was loading a vehicle to be towed was struck by a passing vehicle, which then fled the area.

The driver for Affordable Towing, was wearing his orange safety vest and had all emergency lights activated when the accident occurred.

Governor Kitzhaber Proclaims May as Oregon Motorcycle Awareness Month

Safety is Priority #1 for motorcyclists in Oregon and across the Nation.

(SALEM) - Motorcycle season has returned, and there could be no argument if you were anywhere close to the Oregon State Capitol on Saturday.

Oregon motorcyclists met by the hundreds in observance of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, as proclaimed by Governor John Kitzhaber.

14 Year Old Ruins Mom`s Car Fleeing From Police

More than a dozen officers were involved in the pursuit.

(WOODBURN) - Police say a 14 year old led officers on a high speed pursuit, the driver, at speeds up to approximately 115 miles per hour.

The chase ended when the wheels were completely ground off, forcing the car to a stop, unable to move any further.

Teen Driver `Impaled` in Crash, Will Survive

The vehicle was occupied by four 16-year old occupants, all Sprague High School students.

(SALEM) - Officers from the Salem Police Department responded to a serious motor vehicle crash on Ballyntine Rd S. south of Kuebler Blvd. S. at t 3:25 p.m.

When they arrived, they found a 1996 Nissan 4-door sedan had left the roadway and had collided with approximately 300 feet of cyclone fencing.