Moving to Salem? Here's what to know about government, schools, restaurants, parks and recreation in Oregon's capital city.

The map came with new requirements for risky properties. Scrapping it would end a “prolonged and ultimately pointless argument with rural residents,’” a key Democrat said. Oregon’s ...

SALEM, Oregon — The Oregon Senate has voted to repeal the controversial Oregon wildfire hazard map. By passing Senate Bill 88, lawmakers have teed up a repeal the map, which was introduced in ...

An Oregon bill that would eliminate a controversial wildfire hazard map moved one step closer to reality on April 22 after it passed the Oregon Senate. It now moves onto the House. Senate Bill 83 ...

Nestled in the heart of Willamette Valley wine country off Interstate 5, Salem is home to an estimated 182,726 people and the state capital. It was founded in 1842 and became the capital of the ...

DEA agents said they seized these bundles of cash when arresting Heriberto Salzara Amaya in Salem, Oregon, on April 28, 2025. U.S. Attorney's Office DEA Acting Administrator Robert Murphy said the ...

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Oregon Senate on Tuesday unanimously passed legislation to repeal the controversial statewide wildfire hazard map that sparked concern and criticism in recent months over ...

Opponents of the bill say it will not prevent teens keep flavored tobacco and nicotine products out of the hands of teens and ...

The “view line” for Tuesday’s aurora forecast dips down into the northeast tip of Oregon, meaning people in the Hermiston and Pendelton area might get to see lights in the night sky.

Gov. Tina Kotek and state fire officials held a press conference at Oregon's largest wildfire supply depot to discuss the state's readiness efforts.