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A Florida man was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison today for video recording himself sexually abusing a child he met on social media and sharing the abuse video with others online. In March 2018 he travelled to Oregon to meet the child.

As winter storm systems continue to roll through Oregon, we want to remind everyone to be prepared for what they may encounter over mountain passes in the coming days. Many higher elevations across the state are expecting heavy snow, strong winds and reduced visibility.

Travelers should prepare for winter driving conditions throughout the state over the next few days. Depending on where you're located in Oregon, snow, very low temperatures, and high winds are all in the forecast. Many roads through high-elevation areas have packed snow and ice.

If you bet purple Gatorade would be dumped on the winning coach at the end of the Super Bowl, you came out a winner. Numbers show Oregonians placed nearly 307,000 bets with wagers totaled $5.3 million. The average wager was $17.46.

An armed robbery suspect was shot and killed this morning by Salem Police. The suspect crossed the street to the NAPA auto parts store parking lot where he was confronted by officers and gunfire was exchanged. The suspect was struck and killed in the shootout.

The Oregon State Marine Board says 2022 was a safer boating year than 2020 and 2021, but the number of fatalities is still high. 2022 ended with 16 boating fatalities.

Raul Ramirez was the first Latino ever elected as Marion County Sheriff. He subsequently won two more elections, serving ten years before retiring in 2007. He was named Oregon Sheriff of the Year in 2006, and in 2007 was the Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association President.

Anyone planning holiday travels should get on and off the road before the coming ice storm hits the roads. Forecasts say the ice storm will start Thursday night and reach large parts of Oregon. Travelers should complete their journeys before the storm arrives to have a safe and happy holiday.

74-year-old Linda Louise Wisher was walking along the 300 block of Madrona AV, and as she crossed the driveway to an apartment complex, she was struck by a vehicle exiting the property. Police say the victim was dragged several hundred feet where she was found by the motorist.