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A stretch of days over 100 degrees and consistently warm weather meant this July was Salem’s hottest on record, according to data from the National Weather Service.

July broke several heat-related records, and set the state up for a tough fire season.

We spoke to an Oregon State University climate scientist about what that means. See that story below.

Here’s some of today’s news. Read all our latest coverage anytime on our website.

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Climate change fueled an early July heat wave leading to one of the worst fire seasons in the state, climate experts said.

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Since beginning in 2018, Salem-Keizer’s Unified program has gone from a gym class at South Salem High School to a movement bringing together thousands of students with and without disabilities.

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A measles outbreak that began in June has now sickened 23 Oregonians in three counties, including 13 in Marion County. Most are unvaccinated children.

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