Your Thursday evening update on Salem news

Good evening, Salem.

There’s been a significant increase in immigration arrests and enforcement in the Salem area this week, according to local groups closely monitoring such activity.

We have few details about the people in Salem arrested and are working to learn more. But the increase is prompting more calls to local hotlines and efforts by schools to make sure educators understand what to do if immigration agents show up. The Salem-Keizer School District has a longstanding policy not to allow immigration authorities into schools or provide student information to them without a court order.

Here’s some of today’s news. Head to our website anytime for the latest Salem news.

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Immigration arrests in, near Salem prompt schools to reinforce safety plans

Salem school leaders reinforced longstanding district policies of not allowing immigration authorities into schools this week. That came amid heightened anxiety as local advocacy groups reported more local arrests.

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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.

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What to do in Salem from Oct. 16-22: Haunted parties, vintage shopping, scary movies

Events in Salem this week include a costume party at the Grand Theatre, the return of The Westminster Festival of Fine Art and a series of Halloween movies at Salem…

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Salem-Keizer School Board approves selling Centennial School

If the school board signs off Tuesday, the Salem-Keizer School District will work to sell the former Centennial School in Keizer and a field north of Chavez Elementary School.

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Immigration arrests in, near Salem prompt schools to reinforce safety plans

Cherriots board to delay tax vote, negotiate with business groups

What to do in Salem from Oct. 16-22: Haunted parties, vintage shopping, scary movies

Salem-Keizer School Board approves selling Centennial School

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