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We’re in for a blustery Halloween, Salem.

The National Weather Service is forecasting showers and patchy fog into the night, so we hope your costumes include a warm or waterproof layer.

Speaking of Halloween — did you know kids are far more likely to be hit and killed by a car on Oct. 31 than any other day of the year? Drivers, if you’re out and about tonight, plan to go slow and keep an eye out for trick-or-treaters, especially in residential areas, so everyone in Salem can have a safe and enjoyable holiday.

While you’re getting your candy ready, here’s some of today’s news. Catch all Salem Reporter’s stories anytime on our website.

PHOTOS: Salem gets in the Halloween spirit
From Gilbert House to Willamette Heritage Center, kids had multiple opportunities to show off their costume and gather treats over the weekend.
PHOTOS: Salem gets in the Halloween spirit
From Gilbert House to Willamette Heritage Center, kids had multiple opportunities to show off their costume and gather treats over the weekend.
Republicans face best chances in years to gain state Senate seats
Analysts say five seats in the Portland and Salem areas, southern Oregon and north coast are highly competitive.
Republicans face best chances in years to gain state Senate seats
Analysts say five seats in the Portland and Salem areas, southern Oregon and north coast are highly competitive.
LOCAL HISTORY: Salem’s hanging grounds
Craig Smith of the Willamette Valley Genealogical Society recounts the four documented public hangings held int he 1850s in Salem.
LOCAL HISTORY: Salem’s hanging grounds
Craig Smith of the Willamette Valley Genealogical Society recounts the four documented public hangings held int he 1850s in Salem.

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