Student proficiency in English language arts and math remain 10 percentage points below pre-pandemic levels, but declines appear to be leveling off.
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UPDATE: Marion County commissioners pull vote on state money for community corrections
Commissioners on Wednesday delayed a vote on accepting $27.2 million of state funding for overseeing people on probation and post-prison supervision. The board provided little information about the decision at the meeting.
EVENTS: Rodeo finals, Viva Salem and stylish pups
Events in Salem this weekend include the city’s first Hispanic Heritage Festival, food from local entrepreneurs and dogs in costumes.
WEIGH IN: How should Salem handle its budget deficit?
Salem Reporter wants your input on which cuts or other strategies city leaders should consider if voters don’t approve a payroll tax in November.
Oregon auditors flag millions in misspent money in state agencies
A Secretary of State audit found $35.2 million of questionable expenses in 10 state programs that provide social services, mental health care and emergency rental assistance
LISTEN IN: Teachers, school district are far apart on what pay raises should be given
CATCH OUR SHOW: Our journalists discuss the news of the day with Wendy Brokaw of Capital Community Media. TODAY: Pay raises for local teachers, a new clinic to care for kids.
Superintendent says improvements urgent as tests show two out of three Salem kids can’t read proficiently
New state test data released Thursday shows local students performed worse on reading and math tests than in 2022. District leaders say they intend to focus on attendance and consistent classroom instruction to boost results.
‘A smorgasbord of awful:’ council begins discussions of budget cuts
Salem councilors discussed alternatives to deep cuts should voters reject a wage tax, hoping to preserve the west Salem library, city jobs and maintain parks.
Woodburn man charged with murder of woman found dead at Salem motel
Salem police announced that a Woodburn man indicted for murdering a woman found dead in a Salem motel surrendered on Monday, Sept. 19.
Oregon State Hospital will keep vehicle keys secure, add barriers to prevent escapes
Changes to the state hospital’s operations follow an order by federal officials to fix its transportation protocols so no more patients escape.
