Police, sheriffs across Oregon scramble to find place to destroy drugs as incinerator closes

Police and sheriff’s offices across the state that have relied for decades on Marion County's incinerator must find another place to dispose of drug evidence, drug paraphernalia and other contraband.
3 leaders of Oregon police certification agency on leave while under investigation

Brian Henson, deputy director of operations, and Staci Yutzie, deputy director of the training division, were placed on leave in May, as well as defensive tactics coordinator Richard Daniel.
Jury awards more than $3 million to Salem man falsely arrested by an officer who used excessive force

A jury found Salem Officer David S. Baker used excessive force in violation of Christopher Garza’s civil rights and committed battery and false arrest under state law.