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Oregon lifts COVID-19 vaccine requirements, other health measures as federal emergency ends
The state is asking people with COVID-19 to wait until one day after their fever breaks to be around other people instead of self-isolating for five days.
United Way plans affordable tiny home development for Salem seniors
The nonprofit is kicking off a fundraising campaign to build a $3 million village of 400-square-foot cottages near Swegle Elementary School in east Salem. Rent would be capped at $500 a month.
Salem Police Department seeks 15 new officers to focus on property crime, community patrols
City leaders say both a payroll tax and an increase in the city’s utility bill fee are needed if the city is to fund additional police officers. Chief Trevor Womack said the department’s budget increases over the past decade haven’t been enough to keep up with population growth.
City to buy former Boise Cascade lot downtown in hopes of redevelopment
The property at 295 Commercial St S.E. was slated for a rehabilitation facility before the company decided the improvement wasn't financially feasible. Salem will spend $3.5 million on the purchase.
Salem waits for announcement from unnamed airline
The city of Salem is in the final stretch to bring commercial air service back to the state capital. Officials say the airline wants to be certain the terminal and federal approval will be ready in time before announcing a start date.
New Oregon behavioral health director wants collaboration among state, advocates, patients
Ebony Clarke spoke at gathering of more than 1,000 for workers involved in behavioral health
YOUR GOVERNMENT: Council considers repealing sit-lie ordinance to comply with state law
The Salem City Council meets Monday, May 8, and will also consider new doors for the main entrance of the public library and a step toward improving crosswalks near River Road City Park and Orchard Heights Park.
Salem police gave evidence to DEA minutes after agent’s fatal collision with cyclist
Records show an undercover Salem officer sent crash scene photos to a DEA official as a police investigation into a fatal bicycle accident got underway. Salem officials refuse to explain the unusual sharing of evidence.
See what’s being built in downtown Salem
Hundreds of apartments are under construction in Salem's core, along with several projects to add new stores and businesses. Here's a guide to what's underway.