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Palin stepping down as governor
It's adding to speculation she's focusing on a run for the White House.

Oregon Century: Part 19 - Smokejumpers
Smokejumping first took place in 1939.

Michael Jackson rehearsal footage leaked
A concert promoter says there are over 100 hours of footage of Jackson preparing for his comeback performances.

4th of July events in Southern Oregon
Ashland expects to see 30,000 visitors this weekend.

Parents of dead child agree to settlement
Dr. Patel is also facing manslaughter charges in the deaths of 3 patients in Australia.

New Ashland fire chief considers stricter fireworks laws
John Karns came to Ashland from the Beverly Hills Fire Department.

High algae levels prompt health advisory for Copco, Iron Gate lakes
Environmental groups say the toxic blooms are another symptom of a dammed river.

Suspect in auctioneer attack faces attempted murder charge
The suspect has a history of violent behavior in S. Oregon.

Water Safety Tips
Kids 12 and under must wear lifevests at all times on the water.

Source: Turkoglu cuts off talks with Blazers
Earlier reports were that he had agreed in principle with the Blazers.

Ashland's vintage soda store
An Ashland Shell Station offers more than 100 varieties of vintage, glass bottled soda.

Salvation Army runs Fan Drive
Fans are free for senior citizens and people with disabilities.

Schools use fireworks stands as part of fundraising efforts
The North Medford High wrestling team has a stand on Highway 99.

Ore. DEQ enacts 'top off' ban
They say it will reduce benzene and other toxic air pollutants from Oregon gas stations.

Schwarzenegger: Calif lawmakers protecting unions
Siskiyou County says so far, one of the county's 2 banks have decided to accept the IOUs.

Law enforcement to up patrols for holiday weekend
Police will be heavily patrolling Highways 62, 140, and Interstate 5.

Ore. man pleads guilty in quadruple fatal
His blood-alcohol level was three times the legal limit.