Salem police officer Sgt. Jason Donner shot Jose Luis Anguiano, 35, of Salem while responding to a 911 call about a woman being held hostage at Northeast Portland Road. Anguaino “was in possession of a weapon and was uncooperative,” ahead of the shooting, according to the Oregon State Police. He will be transferred to the…

Temperatures may reach triple-digits in the coming days, prompting a heat advisory from the National Weather Service. It recommends hydrating and staying in air conditioning when possible. The ARCHES Day Center will provide a place for people and pets to cool down Sunday and Monday. To comment on this story, use the form at the…

A new report shows that Oregon fails to properly educate future elementary teachers on “the science of reading.”

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Judson Middle School closed out the school year with its vibrant, annual multicultural assembly – an event that has inspired similar events at other schools around the district since its debut last year.

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After seeing an early start to Oregon’s wildfire season this year, the state’s health authority updated its guidance for staying safe outside when air quality is affected by wildfires and pollutants.

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The impacts of inflation are starting to heat up in Salem, writes columnist Pamela Ferrara. Employment data shows that healthcare, transportation and warehousing are the only industries seeing job growth in the area.

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A Salem police officer shot a man after responding to a 911 call from an encampment on Northeast Portland Road Thursday morning. The shooting is being investigated by the Oregon State Police.

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Salem’s annual Pride parade and block party will kick off Saturday afternoon, celebrating Salem’s LGBTQ+ community and history.

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Oregon attorneys are opposing a recent federal court order that could lead to more transgender women being housed in the state’s only women’s prison.

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Here’s Salem Reporter’s monthly feature with the latest developments in recent criminal investigations and prosecutions.

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Mark Wardell, the leader of West Salem’s Community Emergency Response Team, shares ways to improve comfort and dignity while sheltering in place during an emergency.

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Here’s Salem Reporter’s monthly feature with the latest developments in recent news.

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This month, Salem’s neighborhood associations will host opportunities to celebrate an association’s 50 year anniversary, to get news from city councilors, and to hear from a water education expert from the city of Salem.

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Events in Salem this week include a mini farmer’s market in West Salem, a river exploration celebration at Minto Brown Island Park and Salem’s Pride Parade kicking off downtown.

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Salem city councilors considered public input on the 2027 budget proposal during their meeting Monday night, and voted unanimously to move it forward to a final vote on Monday, June 22. Councillors also unanimously approved their legislative priorities for the upcoming session, and annual increases in city fees and charges. To comment on this story,…

Three young boys poisoned by carbon monoxide are recovering, according to their father. Their Keizer mother has been charged with attempted murder at their home on Saturday, June 6.

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At its Tuesday meeting, the Salem-Keizer School Board will hear a presentation on a proposed policy to update standards for investigating and preventing bullying, harassment and safety threats in local schools.

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Salem city councilors will consider public input on the 2027 budget during their meeting Monday night, which starts at 6 p.m.. The budget is expected to be approved on Monday, June 22. Councillors will also discuss their legislative priorities and annual increases to city fees and charges. To comment on this story, use the form…

For its Class of 2026 series, Salem Reporter interviewed graduating high schoolers who organized blood drives, broke through barriers and led their peers with compassion and community service.

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On Friday, June 5, dozens of Roberts High School graduates graduated in an outdoor ceremony. Roberts is the Salem-Keizer School District’s alternative high school, which has programs for teen parents and others in need of support.

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