Category Government
Race to represent Oregon’s new congressional district among state’s tightest, most heated
Republican Mike Erickson and Democrat Andrea Salinas are vying for Oregon’s 6th Congressional District that’s one of the most diverse in the state.
Marion County Commissioners consider Covid relief funds for fire district, nonprofits
Marion County Commissioners meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday in the Senator Hearing Room at 555 Court Street N.E. The meeting is streamed live on YouTube.
Property tax assessments show record jumps in Salem-area property values
The value of homes and residential land in Marion County jumped nearly 27% in 2022 — but Measure 50 will limit tax increases to 3% in most cases.
State Republicans bank on winning on education wedge issues: school choice, ‘parents’ rights’
Republicans hope ongoing frustration from pandemic school closures will win over undecided voters in November.
VOTE 2022: Governor candidates debate how green Oregon should go
As part of a continuing series on the Oregon governor's race, the leading candidates talk about climate change - and their hopes to address wildfires, greenhouse gases, and water storage issues.
Guilty plea closes Polk County cold murder case 25 years after body found
Brian Clifton pleaded guilty Thursday to murdering his wife Kathy Thomas in 1996 when the couple lived in Salem.
AGENDA: City council to finalize affordability requirement for apartment tax breaks
Apartment developers in Salem would have to make a minimum of 15% of units affordable on larger projects to qualify for city tax breaks under the proposed changes.
Oregon legislators defer vote on hostile workplace complaint against Kotek
An independent investigation determined Kotek’s actions didn’t violate legislative rules.
Johnson, Queen seek Marion County circuit judge seat
Judge Erious Johnson wants to retain his seat in the Marion County Circuit Court as Amy Queen seeks to take his spot.