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Leaders of Salem’s transit agency indicated Wednesday they’re willing to form a committee with opponents of a proposed business tax in an effort to reach a compromise.

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Reporter Abbey McDonald spent last week in Washington D.C., where she and other local journalists had the opportunity to ask direct questions to longtime federal workers, former White House regulars…

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Salem school leaders reinforced longstanding district policies of not allowing immigration authorities into schools this week. That came amid heightened anxiety as local advocacy groups reported more local arrests.

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Keizer City Councilor Soraida Cross is facing a state ethics probe after a preliminary review found she may have “attempted to use her position to avoid being issued a criminal…

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Events in Salem this week include a costume party at the Grand Theatre, the return of The Westminster Festival of Fine Art and a series of Halloween movies at Salemu0026hellip;

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