Police Chiefs and Sheriff issue a statement to the residents of Marion County regarding the death of Tyre Nichols in Memphis, Tennessee

01/28/2023 12:36 PM

Armed robber arrested

01/27/2023 3:56 PM

Salem Reads 2023 Kicks Off February 1, Exploring "Born a Crime"

Everyone is invited to engage and explore together as the 7th annual Salem Reads: One Book, One Community kicks off on February 1. This month-long series of events, activities, and displays explores the themes of "Born a Crime" by Trevor Noah in 2023.

01/25/2023 10:48 AM

Late evening hit and run collision in southeast Salem

01/23/2023 5:26 PM

Armed robbery response leads to suspect shot

01/23/2023 5:19 PM

Armed robbery response leads to suspect shot

01/23/2023 1:54 PM

Detectives handle suspicious death of child

01/20/2023 7:59 PM

Enter "The People Who Shaped Me" Writing Contest for Teens and Adults

Entries are accepted until 5 p.m. Tuesday, February 7 for a writing contest honoring the people who helped shape us. We are looking for essays, creative nonfiction, or fictionalized stories about the real people who have influenced your life. Stories should be 200-1,000 words.

01/17/2023 5:34 PM

Salem Police detective recognized as top forensic examiner

01/12/2023 5:17 PM

Charro Attire Exhibit at Salem Public Library

Come see an exhibit featuring six mannequins dressed in authentic, handmade Charro Attire, which highlights the expression of a custom with a history dating back more than 500 years. The Charro Attire Exhibit will be on display until March 3 at Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE.

01/11/2023 11:31 AM

Judge Authorizes Community Improvement Bond Sales

The City of Salem has been cleared to sell bonds from the Community Improvement Bond measure passed in November 2022. The judicial remedy fixed a technical error found in the ballot title describing the bond.

01/06/2023 11:43 AM

Budget Committee Considers Five-Year Financial Forecast January 11

The City of Salem will present the five-year financial forecasts to the Budget Committee on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at 6 p.m., in Salem City Council Chambers.

01/06/2023 11:10 AM

Salem City Council Returns to In-Person Meetings

The Salem City Council will meet in-person in the City Council Chambers at the Salem Civic Center on January 9, 2023. Hybrid meetings will allow participation both in-person and online.

01/05/2023 12:32 PM

Prepare You & Your Family for Emergencies

Winter and wet weather is here, and it is a good idea to be prepared if this weather creates an emergency.

01/05/2023 9:26 AM

One arrested after minor traffic crash

01/04/2023 2:57 PM

Woman assaulted at local park, suspect arrested

01/03/2023 2:33 PM

Multi-agency investigation leads to large seizure of drugs, guns

12/28/2022 6:05 PM

Driver dies in single-vehicle collision

12/25/2022 11:20 PM

Suspect in west Salem building fire arrested

12/24/2022 6:06 PM

Warming Shelter Seeks Volunteers and Donations for Extreme Weather

12/23/2022 10:20 AM

Winter Storm Warning for Northwest Oregon, Salem Areas

A Winter Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for Thursday, December 22, 2022, beginning at 4 p.m., until Friday, December 23, 2022, at 1 p.m.

12/21/2022 4:24 PM

Pedestrian killed in hit and run collision

12/21/2022 9:38 AM

Pedestrian fatality in afternoon collision

12/19/2022 9:18 PM

Late-night fires ignited, arrest made

12/19/2022 1:27 PM

Join the Snuggle Up Winter Reading Club

Children, teens, and families are encouraged to snuggle up for at least five hours of reading or listening to stories in January. Completed reading calendars can be turned in during February 2023 to claim a free book for your home library!

12/16/2022 2:18 PM

Mayor Hoy Joins New Mayors for White House Briefings

12/16/2022 9:52 AM

Salem’s Federal Infrastructure Grant Applications Clear Preliminary Round

On Monday, December 12, 2022, the Salem City Council voted to authorize the City Manager to apply for FEMA funding to design and construct 3 projects related to providing clean water supply in Salem.

12/14/2022 11:00 AM

CPR in Schools Saves Another Life

12/14/2022 6:50 AM

Shots fired in grocery store parking lot under investigation

12/07/2022 11:11 AM

Two-vehicle collision leaves one deceased

12/06/2022 10:57 PM

Help Decorate the Library Mitten Tree

Help to decorate the Mitten Tree by bringing new or gently used mittens, hats, scarves, socks, and other warm fuzzy things to benefit children and families in need. The Mitten Tree is located in the Children's Corner on Floor 2.

12/03/2022 1:50 PM

Mayor Chris Hoy Participates in Harvard Program for New Mayors

12/02/2022 4:10 PM

Salem Works to Correct Technical Error in Ballot Measure

The City of Salem discovered Tuesday that a required sentence was missing from the ballot title describing the November 2022 Community Improvement Bond appearing in the Marion County voters pamphlet.

12/01/2022 1:15 PM

One injured in early morning shooting incident

12/01/2022 1:11 PM

Woman struck, killed by passenger train

11/23/2022 10:05 AM