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Oregon Couple Accused of Killing Newborn Daughter

The investigation in this case is ongoing.

(PORTLAND, Ore. ) - Portland police have arrested a couple on Murder by Abuse and Manslaughter charges in connection with the April 12 death of their newborn child.

North precinct officers arrested 29-year-old Sarah Mangus and 34-year-old Jamie Mangus both of Portland, after being indicted earlier this week by a grand jury.

Arson Maybe to Blame for Union Gospel Mission Thrift Store Fire

It is anticipated that the main sales area of the building will reopen within the next few days.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - A three alarm fire that gutted part of the Union Gospel Mission Thrift Store early Wednesday morning may have been intentionally set.

Salem police along with the Salem fire department are still investigating the cause of the fire, which was discovered by a railroad train engineer who noticed flames showing on the west side of the building.

Registered Sex Offender Arrested After Towing Undercover Police Car

Michael Alan Selmer, from Falls City, is the subject of an ongoing investigation after OSP received information he acquired two tow trucks.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - A 35-year old Polk County man under investigation by Oregon State Police related to an alleged illegal towing business was arrested Tuesday for failing to register as a sex offender and parole violation.

His tow trucks displayed the name "Whoops! Towing" and he allegedly posted tow impound signs at various businesses in the Salem, Jefferson and Independence areas, using a spotter to call for tows before removing vehicles.

Second Drive By Shooting Suspect Identified

The Silver Honda Accord that one of the suspects had been seen driving is no longer of interest in this case.

(DALLAS, Ore. ) - The Polk County Sheriff's office has identified the second involved person in a drive by shooting on June 8 in Falls City known initially as "Scotty".

"Scotty" has been identified as 31-year-old Scott Newton of the Mill City area. Scott Newton also goes by the nickname, "sidewinder".

Oregon Grandmother Sentenced After Toddler Drank Meth Laced Tea

The young child is home and is going fine after the incident. Toddler

(RIVERSIDE, Calif. ) - A grandmother whose 2-year-old granddaughter drank methamphetamine laced tea has pleaded guilty to child endangerment and possession of a controlled substance.

The Riverside Press-Enterprise reports 51-year-old Cynthia Ann Watson entered the pleas Tuesday in a Riverside County court. She was sentenced to 60 days in custody, including 43 days in a work-release program.

Two Suspects Sought After Drive By Shooting in Polk County

Nobody was injured during the exchange of gunfire.

(FALLS CITY, Ore. ) - The Polk County Sheriff's office is continuing to investigate a drive by shooting in the small town of Falls City, west of Salem.

The Sheriff's office says on Tuesday, at 3:30 p.m. deputies were advised that two white male subjects had gone to the falls located between Parry Road and Mitchell Street and threatened another male with firearms.

Man Calls Salem Hospital with Firearm Threat

Access is available through Building A emergency department, the same access used during evenings.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - Salem Hospital is on a modified lockdown after a potentially hazardous situation early Tuesday morning.

Police say a man called in around 6:55 a.m. saying he had a firearm.

Salem Man Kills Older Brother With Sword

Neighbor's in the area that spoke with Salem-News.com said that drug activity is very high in the area.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - The man Salem Police arrested July 3 for stabbing his brother to death has been formally charged with murder.

50-year-old Jon Louis Bush was in Marion County Courtroom on Monday to hear the charges against him. The Judge placed a no bail hold on Bush, and he remains incarcerated at the Marion County Jail.

Salem Man Takes Test Drives, Impersonates Sheriff`s Deputies

Please remember that deputies and police officers acting in their capacity will always carry official identification to include a badge. Impersonates Sheriff's Deputies

(SALEM, Ore. ) - Three days in a row a man identifying himself as a deputy sheriff came to the car lot at Good Fellows Auto Sales located at 218 Lancaster Drive NE to test drive a black, Chevrolet Tahoe.

On the third day employees grew suspicious and went along on the test drive.

4 Killed on Oregon Roads During Fourth of July Holiday Weekend

OSP troopers and fish & wildlife troopers arrested 25 people during the holiday period wanted on outstanding arrest warrants.

(PORTLAND, Ore. ) - Preliminary information indicates four people died in three separate traffic crashes in Oregon during the 78-hour Fourth of July holiday period between 6:00 p.m., July 3, and 11:59 p.m., July 6.

OSP troopers reported 50 DUII arrests statewide during this year's holiday period. Last year, troopers reported 60 DUII arrests.