Oregon
California Highway Patrol seizes 37 pounds of cocaine worth $1.3 million in I-5 traffic stop; 2 Oregon men arrested – KTVZ
FRESNO, Calif. (KTVZ) – A California Highway Patrol officer’s traffic stop on Interstate 5 in Merced County led to the discovery of 37 pounds of cocaine with an estimated street value of $1.3 million and led to the arrest of two Oregon men on several felony charges, CHP said Friday.
The CHP officer pulled over a white Jeep Cherokee shortly after 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7 for an undisclosed traffic violation. During the contact, “the officer noted several indicators that led him to believe the two occupants were engaged in criminal activity,” CHP said in a news release.
After questioning and investigation, the officer developed probable cause to search the vehicle and find the drugs.
Tyler Lee Smith, 24, of Philomath, and Angel Pacheco, 20, of Albany, were taken to the Merced County Jail on charges of possessing cocaine for sale, transportation of cocaine across non-contiguous counties and conspiracy to distribute cocaine.
The case was turned over to the Merced Area Gang Narcotics Enforcement Team (MAGNET) composed of law enforcement personnel from the California Department of Justice, CHP and several other agencies.
“I would like to thank our officers for their continued commitment and dedication to removing dangerous narcotics from our roadways,” said CHP Central Division Chief Damon Gilmore.
Oregon
Oregon health officials warn of measles exposure at Happy Valley clinic
HAPPY VALLEY, Ore. (KATU) — Health officials have identified a new measles exposure site in Happy Valley.
The Oregon Health Authority and Clackamas County public health officials said people may have been exposed at Providence Immediate Care – Happy Valley, 16180 S.E. Sunnyside Road, Suite 102, between 11:05 a.m. and 3:47 p.m. Tuesday, May 12.
Officials said anyone who was at the clinic during that time should notify a health care provider about the possible exposure. Providers can determine whether a person is immune to measles by reviewing vaccination records, age or laboratory evidence of a previous infection.
Health officials urged people to monitor for symptoms and seek medical advice if they believe they may have been exposed.
ABOUT MEASLES
Measles is a highly contagious respiratory virus that spreads through the air when an infected person breathes, speaks, coughs or sneezes. The virus can linger in the air for up to two hours and can infect up to 90% of unprotected close contacts. Complications can include pneumonia, brain inflammation and death.
Nationwide, measles cases have been rising since early 2025. Nearly 2,300 cases were reported last year, with most occurring among unvaccinated children.
Symptoms typically begin seven to 21 days after exposure and include cough, runny nose and conjunctivitis accompanied by a high fever. A rash usually follows, starting on the head or neck and spreading downward. People are contagious from four days before the rash appears until four days after.
A graphic from the Oregon Health Authority shows the symptoms of Measles.
HA advises health care providers to report suspected cases immediately and consider post-exposure treatment for exposed patients. The measles, mumps and rubella vaccine can be given within 72 hours of exposure. Immunoglobulin may be administered within six days.
For most people 6 months and older who are eligible for vaccination, receiving the MMR vaccine within 72 hours of exposure is recommended.
Anyone not protected against measles is at risk, according to OHA. The agency encourages residents to check their vaccination status and contact a health care provider with questions.
Oregon
Oregon man shot at In-N-Out drive-thru drove family to safety with bullet lodged in head
Oregon police have arrested two suspects in connection with the shooting of a father who drove himself to a hospital after being struck in the head by a bullet after shots rang out while he was pulling out of In-N-Out drive-thru with his wife and two young sons.
Ethan Adrian Armenta-Lagunas, 20, and Gabriel “Alex” Javier, 18, both of Salem, were taken into custody Wednesday.
They face charges of first-degree assault, unlawful use of a weapon, criminal mischief, and recklessly endangering another person in connection with the Feb. 9 shooting of Marcio Garcia.
Multiple guns were allegedly found at Armenta-Lagunas’ apartment, the Keizer Police Department said. Javier was arrested later in the day.
Authorities are still searching for a third suspect, 22-year-old Anthony Taylor-Manriquez, who is considered armed and dangerous.
Garcia, 28, was in a car with his wife and two children, ages 2 and 7, when shots rang out near the burger chain.
The gunfire shattered the car windows and struck Garcia in the head; his wife and children were uninjured, police said.
“In the middle of chaos and fear, while he was injured and in pain, he somehow found the strength to drive us out of the scene to safety,” his wife wrote in an online fundraiser.
“He protected our family before thinking of himself. That is the kind of man and father he is.”
Images posted online showed the bullet that was removed from Garcia’s head during surgery in February, according to his wife.
She also noted that Garcia did not suffer major brain damage and is currently recovering at home.
“The doctors told us what we already believe — this is nothing short of a miracle,” she said. “Now he faces a long road of rest, healing, and recovery.”
Oregon
PeaceHealth says Oregon CEO Jim McGovern out, Heather Wall to continue as interim leader
PeaceHealth announced Thursday that Dr. Jim McGovern is no longer serving as chief executive for the organization’s Oregon region, effective immediately.
Following a period of administrative leave, we determined that a leadership change was in the best interest of the organization,” said Sarah Ness, PeaceHealth president and CEO.
Heather Wall will continue in her established interim leadership role to ensure continuity, stability and uninterrupted operations across the Oregon region while PeaceHealth recruits for the chief executive role in Oregon.
BE THE FIRST TO COMMENT
“Together, as we shape our future, PeaceHealth leaders are entrusted to consistently bring our Mission and Values to life by creating environments where caregivers and partners feel seen, heard, supported and inspired to do their best work,” Ness said. “We remain focused on delivering high-quality, compassionate care and supporting our caregivers as we move forward together.”
-
Nebraska52 seconds agoConcordia Nebraska to host Early Childhood Conference June 7-8, 2026, with preconference
-
Nevada7 minutes agoVegas casino pulls plug on prediction market conference amid Nevada crackdown
-
New Hampshire13 minutes ago
EPA, environmental advocates face off over PFAS in Manchester’s wastewater treatment plant
-
New Jersey19 minutes agoFurious NJ customer accused of threatening to blow up Lowe’s store over a lawn mower he bought
-
New Mexico25 minutes agoTwo men arrested for deadly shooting outside Frontier Restaurant
-
North Carolina31 minutes agoSketch of Revolutionary NC brigade discovered hanging on NY wall
-
North Dakota37 minutes agoMemorial service at North Dakota State Capitol honors fallen officers
-
Ohio43 minutes agoOhio State educators honored for service in classroom and beyond