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Good evening, Salem.

You have just over one week to return your ballot for the May 20 election – and so far, turnout is sparse. Your votes will determine a majority of seats on the Salem-Keizer School Board and the future of Salem’s library, among other things.

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Marion County’s latest report, posted Friday, May 9, showed just 18,600 people had voted – just 8% of those registered.

If you need help voting, check out our coverage of Salem races and ballot measures here. Here are lists of Marion and Polk County ballot drop box locations. You can also mail your ballot, no stamp needed.

Here’s some of our latest news. Catch all of our reports anytime on our website.

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Burglar caught sleeping in Salem home accused of shooting acquaintance with stolen gun

Salem police arrested Jimmy J. Santos, 25 of Salem, Sunday afternoon after a homeowner reported a break-in and a burglar sleeping inside. Santos faces criminal charges in three other cases…

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Salem police to present updated plate readers, crime reporting system to city council Monday 

The Salem City Council Monday night will hear updates from the Salem Police Department about expanded license plate detectors, a new crime reporting system and revamped agency policies.

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Keizer wants to hear from you as it considers boost in local fees

Keizer officials are considering raising monthly fees residents and businesses pay for parks and police as costs outpace tax collections.

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Former Oregon Secretary of State ordered to pay $3,600 after ethics investigation

Oregon’s ethics commission increased the fine for former Secretary of State Shemia Fagan from $1,600 to $3,600.

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