Good evening, Salem.

Reducing fatal shootings and serious traffic collisions are top priorities for the Salem Police Department over the next two years.

That’s according to a new strategic plan that Police Chief Trevor Womack will present Monday to the Salem City Council.

The plan also details the chief’s goals for building community trust and improving officer recruitment.

Our public safety reporter, Madeleine Moore, will take a deeper look at the plan in a report next week. Are there things you’d like to hear SPD leaders address or questions you want answered? Let her know at [email protected].

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

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Financial issues, accusations of embezzlement lead downtown preschool to shut down

Ramiro “RJ” Navarro, director of the Amiguitos Family and Child Care Center, is stepping down from his role after multiple employees reported receiving bad checks.

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Pension rates, salary increases will continue to stretch city budget, leaders say

The Salem Budget Committee convened on Wednesday to begin its work both fine tuning city services and planning for savings and revenue down the line. Salem services are in good…

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COLUMN: Job growth slows, but Salem fares better than Portland, Eugene

Salem has seen steady job growth from pre-pandemic levels, but local unemployment is ticking up, writes columnist Pamela Ferrara.

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