Hailey Cook
Hailey Cook covers healthcare for Salem Reporter, from the city’s only hospital to local outlooks on health insurance coverage. She joined the newsroom in 2025, following the completion of an internship through the University of Oregon’s Charles Snowden Program for Excellence in Journalism. She also works as a photojournalist, capturing community events, government meetings and other gatherings.
Salem Health and Santiam leaders discuss partnering amid “inflection point” in local health care
Leaders of Salem Health and Santiam Hospital & Clinics led a panel Tuesday, April 7, saying their planned merger will allow for local health care growth in what they described as an environment under pressure.
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PHOTOS: As Salem residents protest Iran War, Trump announces ceasefire
As President Donald Trump's deadline for Iran to open the Straight of Hormuz loomed, about a dozen people gathered near the Oregon Capitol to protest what they said were dangerous threats.
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5 things to do in Salem this week: Alpaca show, free dragon boating, Booklover’s Burlesque Festival
Events in Salem this week include an alpaca show at the fairgrounds, the opening night of Booklover’s Burlesque Festival at Grand Theatre and a free dragon boating class at Riverfront Park.
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Salem cyclist killed on SE Pringle Road
A Salem man was struck and killed by a work van at the intersection of Southeast Pringle Road and Southeast Madrona Avenue on Monday, April 6.
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Heart clinic privately settles monopoly lawsuit with Salem Health
Oregon Heart Center and Salem Health settled a $15 million lawsuit that claimed Salem Health was attempting to monopolize heart care in the city. The terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
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Wildlife officials kill West Salem coyote following multiple reported sightings
Federal officials killed a coyote following a reported daytime attack near West Salem, but DNA later showed the incident involved two domestic dogs, and no coyote. The decision to kill the animal was a result of multiple reports of concerning coyote behavior made leading up to the attack and in the time after.
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UPDATE: Oregon State Police locate missing Marion County woman
Oregon State Police are searching for a missing Marion County woman, Maria Linda Jade Kilmer. Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or state police directly.
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6 things to do in Salem this Easter: Egg hunts, vendor market, Easter Bunny photos
Easter events in Salem this week include egg hunts at the Salem Center, Deepwood Museum, Salem’s Riverfront Carousel and more. Some hunts will also have photos with the Easter Bunny, a bounce house and face painting.
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Vineyard owners interested in selling farmland outside Salem for VA cemetery expansion
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is moving ahead with plans to expand Willamette National Cemetery to a 307-acre farm property east of Salem. The agency has proposed demolishing the historic Waldo House as part of the project.
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Organizers expect large turnout for Salem’s third No Kings protest
Salem is expected to again join in protests in cities across the country on Saturday with thousands expected for the No Kings event. Organizers say the midday protest is in response to continued immigration enforcement actions and the recent war with Iran.
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