Since opening last February, The ARCHES Family First resource center has seen 580 in-person visits from families nearing or experiencing homelessness. The most common reason for visiting is an inability…

Nearly half of newly-licensed Oregon teachers in 2023 earned degrees online from programs that can’t show they effectively teach reading instruction. To comment on this story, use the form at…

In early June, Salem’s first sobering center will open at Bridgeway Community Health’s downtown hub for recovery services. The building’s expansion will also add a larger place for people to…

The city of Salem has spent at least $5 million on a high-profile effort to develop a major downtown property which still faces gasoline contamination, financing hurdles and no construction…

Events in Salem this week include the return of Cherry Blossom Day at the Oregon Capitol, free tours of the Deepwood Museum house, garden and nature trails and a motorcycle…