Category City News
Salem history moment: Who was the girl on the train to open the railroad bridge?
Andy Zimmerman of Salem's Historic Landmark Commission tells the story behind the 1913 opening of the railroad bridge across the Willamette River.
Oregon House passes Gov. Tina Kotek’s housing bill, approves $369 million
A housing package that will invest in infrastructure, homebuilding and homeless shelters is heading to the governor's desk with bipartisan support.
Mayor, police chief to hold community meeting Wednesday on reducing gun violence
City leaders are hosting a “community conversation” kicking off an effort to prevent shootings by working with community organizations. The event will be held Wednesday evening at the East Salem Community Center.
Recovery houses in Oregon provide crucial transition in path toward drug-free life
Oregon lawmakers are poised to allocate $18 million this session to help recovery houses around the state grow.
Salem police sergeant’s DUI trial set for August
Sgt. Dustin Wann on Friday sought and was given a judge’s approval to travel out of state while awaiting trial for a drunk driving charge. He has pleaded not guilty, according to court records.
COLUMN: Selecting a Medicare plan as a public retiree
Jim Sellers, former Oregon journalist and state agency employee, writes a regular column to help thousands in Salem deal with the confusing world of Medicare and federal benefits. He's available to answer your questions.
Over 200 apartments, grocery store on wish list for empty downtown block
The city shared additional details about the proposed development for what is referred to as Block 50, which includes 230 apartments, 15% of them affordable, and hopes for a grocery store.
Invasive plant removal, play equipment coming to Salem parks with annual grant
A dozen parks will get money from the Salem Parks Improvement Fund this year, a record number for the 18-year-old program.
Heppner legislator reports $1 million income – but some sources aren’t clear
AROUND OREGON: Greg Smith formed a consulting business at the same time he entered the Oregon House. The Republican state representative recently reported his annual household income has topped $1 million. A new ethics disclosure requirement may reveal more about where that money comes from.