Madeleine Moore
Madeleine Moore joined Salem Reporter in 2024 and reports on a variety of topics including public safety, addiction, treatment and the criminal justice system. She came to Salem after graduating from the University of Oregon in June 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism.
CLASS OF 2025: South Salem grad balances starring on stage with passion for science
Sofia Yao unexpectedly starred on stage in this year’s musical at South Salem High School, balancing theater work with a challenging class schedule. Yao graduated from South last Friday and is planning to study biomedical engineering in California.
Despite city’s leniency, money troubles mounted for Rudy’s Steakhouse ahead of closure
Rudy’s Steakhouse struggled with paying rent and debts on its city leases for months leading up to its abrupt closure in April. The restaurant could have been closed several times over its time downtown, but city officials repeatedly forgave Rudy’s, an investigation by Salem Reporter found.
Chemeketa welding instructor dies in Friday afternoon crash on Lancaster Drive
Salem man Terry Calderwood, 55, died in a single-vehicle crash on Southeast Lancaster Drive Friday afternoon after crashing into a culvert. Calderwood is the sixth person to die in a traffic crash in the Salem area this year.
South Salem warehouse shipped thousands of pounds of illicit marijuana candy before federal bust
A Salem man ran an elaborate drug trafficking organization for years that mailed thousands of pounds of marijuana-infused candy and cereals across the globe while raking in millions in cash and cryptocurrency. Jered J. Hayward, 45, was already on probation…
What to do in Salem from June 5-11: Pride parade, garage sales, dance night
Events in Salem this week include Salem’s annual Pride Parade and Block Party, a night of Latin dance lessons in Riverfront Park and a new art exhibition in a downtown gallery.
Salem police announce return of community academy for April 2026
The popular Community Police Academy was canceled for the year after the city asked the Salem Police Department to cut non-essential overtime. After voters approved a property tax levy passed in May, police said the academy will return in April 2026.
A place to safely rest becomes a Salem crime scene
Staff and residents at Salem’s Union Gospel Mission said Monday they were praying for the Bend man accused of stabbing 12 people Sunday evening at Salem's largest shelter. Five remained hospitalized Monday.
Fundraising event showcases art projects, business skills of Eagle Charter students
Students at Eagle Charter School sold and displayed the projects they spent months working on as part of a program that combines civic engagement and giving back to the community. Some of the products made by students have gone to local organizations helping find home for pets and support refugees.
What to do in Salem from May 29-June 4: Noble Fest, Riverfront Carousel birthday, mystery movie
Events in Salem this week include a folk music lineup at Blast Off Vintage, a birthday celebration for Salem’s Riverfront Carousel and a comedy show criticizing horror movies.
New Willamette Valley Vineyards CEO wants to build area’s largest winery into national brand
Founder Jim Bernau is stepping back from his role at Willamette Valley Vineyards, bringing in Wine.com founder and longtime friend Mike Osborn to lead the largest vineyard in the Salem area.