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Amber Alert Canceled for Two Washington Boys

The boys were recovered in Salem.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The State of Washington canceled an Amber Alert Wednesday afternoon after two boys were found safe in Salem, Oregon, and their father taken into custody. The children are being reunited with their mother.

Naturopaths Included in Medical Marijuana Law

Nurse practitioners and physicians' assistants may also authorize medical cannabis.

(OLYMPIA, Wash.) - A bill to expand Washington State's medical marijuana law cleared the state legislature today, and is headed to the governor's desk.

Equestrian Rider Dies After Apparently Being Thrown From Horse

Detectives with the Major Crime Unit were summoned to investigate, Allais said.

(VANCOUVER, Wash.) - Deputies were called to the 26500 block of NE Rawson Road in Hockinson to a report of a horse that had returned to its boarding stable without its rider.

Elementary Teacher Shot and Killed in Tacoma, Washington

Police fatally shot the suspect a few blocks away

(TACOMA, Wash.) - Police in Tacoma Washington say that a special education teacher was shot to death at an elementary school this morning.

AAA Says Gas, Crude Prices Are Moving Up

Retail gas prices are on the rise this week. The national average for regular unleaded jumps a nickel to $2.66, and Oregon's average gains two cents to $2.75.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Retail gas prices are on the rise this week, according to Oregon AAA. The national average for regular unleaded jumps a nickel to $2.66, and Oregon's average gains two cents to $2.75.

Washington Police Make Arrest in Trooper Shooting

Police emphasize that they are still actively seeking tips from the public.

(LONG BEACH, Wash.) - 45-year old Martin A. Jones of Seaview, Washington was arrested in Long Beach and booked into the Pacific County Jail in South Bend, on charges of Attempted Murder and Assault in the 1st degree.

Search for Cop Shooter in Washington Heats Up, State Trooper Improves

Tip line 1-800-283-7808, 1-360-405-6650 outside Washington.

(LONG BEACH, Wash.) - Washington's State Patrol is seeking witnesses to the shooting of a trooper early this morning in Long Beach. The suspect is still at large.

$26,000 Reward for Information about Shooting of Washington Trooper

Tip Line 1-800-283-7808

(OLYMPIA, Wash.) - A $26,000 reward is being offered for information that could lead to the arrest and conviction of the individual responsible for shooting Washington State Trooper Scott Johnson, Saturday morning in Long Beach.

The Washington State Troopers Association is offering $25,000 and Tacoma-Pierce County Crime Stoppers is offering up to $1,000 for information leading to the shooter’s arrest and conviction.

Somber Homecoming for NW Soldier Killed in Afghanistan (VIDEO)

Sgt. Elijah J Rao was killed by an improvised explosive device, or roadside bomb, in Afghanistan.

(HILLSBORO, Ore.) - A somber and reverent group was on hand for the arrival of a local soldier December 12, 2009, who was killed fighting in Afghanistan. The family of Elijah J Rao says he will be sorely missed.

We first reported on this loss the day after it happened when the family released word of Elijah's death. They said at the time it is the last knock a family ever wants to hear at their door.

Male Shot in Vancouver Convenience Store (UPDATE)

‏The victim has been identified as 29-year old Jose Guadalupe Muro of Vancouver.

(VANCOUVER, Wash.) - Clark County Sheriff's deputies were dispatched to the BI LO Food Mart at NE 88th St and Hwy 99 in Hazel Dell over a report of shots fired inside the store. A second caller stated that a male subject was injured. Sgt K.C. Kasberg with the Clark County Sheriff's Office says it happened at approximately 10:00 p.m.

"When deputies arrived they located a male subject with multiple gunshot wounds who was conscious and breathing."