Salem City Council Approves Downtown Building Improvement Grants
City aims to revitalize downtown with TIF funding and new home demolition program
Oregon Lawmakers Approve Nuclear Energy Feasibility Study
Burgerville Names New CEO, Keizer Restaurant Plans Still Unclear
Sports
Oregon Ski Academy Celebrates Former Student at Olympics
Students cheer on Nick Goepper and other U.S. athletes at Milan Cortina Games

South Salem High Produces NFL Talent
Oregon high school has several alumni playing in the NFL
Evergreen State College Athlete Qualifies for NAIA Indoor Nationals
Alauna Carstens punches ticket to national championships with strong performance at UW Invite
Lifestyle
5 Things to Do in Salem This Week: Cinderella Ballet, Saturn Planetarium Show, Yoga and Wine Night
Events in Salem this week include a ballet performance, a planetarium presentation, and a yoga and wine night.

Oregon State Parks Hiring Seasonal Park Rangers and Assistants
Positions available across the state for the 2026 season with competitive pay and benefits.
Salem Home Back on Market After Brief Hiatus
3-Bed, 2-Bath House Offers Spacious Living, Outdoor Amenities
Health
Peanut Butter Recall Issued in Oregon
FDA classifies recall as 'Class II' for potential health risks

Oregon Health Bill Expands Psilocybin Access, Tightens Billing
HB 4040 would overhaul hospital charity care, provider licensing, and insurance coverage rules
Skin Hunger: The Toll of Touch Deprivation on Older Adults
Experts offer solutions to address the physical and mental health impacts of being touch-starved.
Crime
Oregon Man Accused of Stabbing Woman, Dropping Her Off at Walgreens
The victim fought back but was held in the vehicle until she convinced the suspect to let her get first aid.

Mediapersons Assaulted by TVK Members in Tamil Nadu
Incident occurred in Salem, Tamil Nadu as journalists were covering a protest.
Salem Police Search for Suspect in Attempted Murder Case
62-year-old Daniel Ray Myers accused of stabbing woman multiple times during attack
Politics
Salem City Council to Consider $250K for Opioid Treatment Program
Funds would support a new pilot shelter and recovery program at Redwood Crossings

US Citizen Recounts 'Trauma' of Mistaken ICE Encounter
Salem woman suffered injuries after being pulled from her car by federal agents who later discovered she was a citizen.
Guest Worker's Relatives Accept Body After TVK Promises Financial Aid
The party assured support for the family of Suraj, who died at a meeting in Salem.