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Mayor Julie Hoy leads effort to expand city, county ability to sweep homeless encampments
Salem Mayor Julie Hoy and Oregon Business & Industry are leading a ballot initiative campaign to repeal a state law requiring that sweeps of people living in encampments be “objectively reasonable.” Local service providers say it would only harm homeless people and the city.
Measles detected in Marion County wastewater, but no confirmed local cases in 2025
The Oregon Health Authority announced last week that measles was detected in a sample of wastewater at a treatment plant in Marion County. A spokesperson for the agency said there have been no confirmed measles cases in Marion County, and the alert is meant to keep health care providers watchful for potential cases.
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Salem Health clinic in south Salem closes, relocating providers and patients
The Salem Health Boulder Creek Medical Clinic will close in mid-November, following its sale to an independent neurosurgery clinic. The clinic’s 4,000 patients will be able to follow their doctors to new locations.
Most Salem residents satisfied with city services, survey shows
A city survey, taken amid a series of discussions with city and business leaders about public safety, showed a renewed interest in the city addressing crime, drugs and downtown business development.
Large crowd expected in Salem for Saturday’s No Kings protest
Organizers expect a large but peaceful demonstration Saturday at the Capitol. The protest is triggered by impacts of the federal government shutdown, surging immigration arrests and the possible deployment of National Guardsmen to Portland streets.
Cherriots board to delay tax vote, negotiate with business groups
Leaders of Salem's transit agency indicated Wednesday they're willing to form a committee with opponents of a proposed business tax in an effort to reach a compromise.
State ethics panel advances probe of Keizer councilor
Keizer City Councilor Soraida Cross is facing a state ethics probe after a preliminary review found she may have “attempted to use her position to avoid being issued a criminal citation."
Salem city council approves $300,000 for subsidies to attract commercial airline
In a 6-3 vote Monday, councilors decided to put more money toward bringing an airline to Salem. The money will be dispensed over the course of three years and will bolster $1.2 million in funds shored up from Marion County, local hotels, and private donations.