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City councilors are tackling an issue that’s top of mind for many in Salem – drug use.

City leaders are due to present a plan tonight to improve drug use prevention and treatment, in part by working better with partners like Marion County to coordinate services and identify gaps.

It’s a top issue for Salem residents according to a recent survey.

We’ll make sure to keep you posted on the discussion and the city’s plans going forward.

Here’s some of today’s news. Head to our website anytime for the latest in Salem.

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CITY MEETING: City to evaluate drug use resources, consider Airbnb fees

The Salem City Council will meet Monday, March 23, at 6 p.m. to hear updates on staff efforts to evaluate existing resources for preventing, addressing and enforcing drug use, and…

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Man accused of stabbing of 19-year-old in south Salem parking lot

Around 10:30 p.m. on Friday, March 20, Salem police officers found a man with life-threatening stab wounds after responding to a parking lot fight. After receiving surgery, the victim survived.…

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PHOTOS: Crowds flock to Oregon Capitol for Cherry Blossom Day

Taiko drummers on the steps of the Oregon Capitol kicked off Salem’s annual celebration of Cherry Blossom Day. The trees will remain lit at night through Saturday, April 4. To…

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Federal judge denies anti-gas tax group’s attempt to extend voters’ pamphlet deadline

U.S. District Judge Michael Simon on Friday denied the plaintiffs’ motion to allow for 52 more submissions to the Oregon Voters’ Pamphlet. To comment on this story, use the form…

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How Salem lawmakers’ priorities fared during the 2026 session

From immigration to health care, local lawmakers had ambitious priorities for the 35-day legislative session. Here’s what passed and what didn’t. To comment on this story, use the form at…

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SALEM REPORTER TOWN HALL: CITY ELECTIONS

Meet the people who want to run Salem city government. Our special live program will include all eight candidates for Salem City Council and the challenger who wants to become mayor. The event is Tuesday, March 31, at the Elsinore Theatre and your tickets are free in advance. Doors open at 5 p.m. so you can meet the candidates and the program begins at 6 p.m. The show will be broadcast by Capital Community Media in a collaboration to deliver this important community service. TOWN HALL TICKETS: FREE

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