Les Zaitz
Les Zaitz is editor and CEO of Salem Reporter. He co-founded the news organization in 2018. He has been a journalist in Oregon for nearly 50 years in both daily and community newspapers and digital news services. He is nationally recognized for his commitment to local journalism.
Growth: Keizerites voice concerns about future costs, congestion
Residents expressed concern about losing Keizer's small-town feel as city councilors discussed the trade-offs between growth and livability.
Keizer woman champions new state law after web harassment
A law making expanding Oregon's "revenge porn" law to include AI-generated and fake intimate photos of people passed the Oregon Legislature unanimously and is awaiting the governor's signature.
CLOSURE FOR CADEN: Keizer mother deemed insane in killing of son
A ruling in Marion County court, eight years after Caden Berry was killed, commits his mother for life. The case offers a window into the tragedy of a Keizer family ravaged by mental illness and abuse.
Obituary: Richard Allen Reece
OBITUARY: From percussion to politics, Richard Allen Reece seemingly could talk about any subject. The Sprague High School graduate died April 23, 2025.
Reward offered to find burglars who broke into Keizer firearms shop
Thieves got into a Keizer firearms dealership in the middle of the night, taking three guns and a suppressor. Federal officials say a reward of up to $3,000 will be paid for information leading to the burglars.
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Developers plan vibrant hub on open land in heart of Keizer
Clutch Industries is planning a large development in Keizer to include housing, business and retail space.
Keizer officials raise alarm about growing costs, money needs
The city of Keizer expects to dip into reserves to cover policing costs. Tax and fee revenue is not keeping up with police department costs, officials said.
At Keizer Fire District, survey shows morale up, turnover down
Retention is up at the Keizer Fire District since Chief Ryan Russell took over operations in 2022.