Turning at intersections was one of the most common causes of traffic accidents in Salem in 2024. Here's a refresher for the rules of the road.
The Oregon State Police is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Wednesday in Salem. Around 11:30 a.m., Salem Police officers were pursuing a wanted suspect near River Road and Gardenia Drive in Salem.
“What they tend to do is buy you certainty and labor peace,” said Mike Salsgiver, executive director of the Oregon chapter of Associated General Contractors, which opposes the executive order. “We have absolutely no problems with that as long as they are agreed to by the customer and by the contractor.”
Voters in 13 Oregon counties – including all of the ones abutting Idaho – have passed measures in the past few years directing county leaders to study moving the state boundary. Greater Idaho’s leaders say the change would “make both states better” – or at least make more residents of each state happier with the political status quo.
Saying they needed more information, members of the Oregon Government Ethics Commission voted Friday to investigate Gov. Tina Kotek’s reported spending on parking, concert tickets and an employee recognition buffet.
A person has come forward with a ticket matching all six Powerball numbers for Saturday's $328.5 million jackpot sold at a Fred Meyer in Beaverton.
Lawmakers face a long list of daunting tasks this session; from passing the next two-year state budget to approving a multi-billion dollar transportation package to pushing for more accountability from state agencies.
The Oregon Legislature meets Tuesday for a 160-day "long" session, one facing big demands for funding toward some of the state's most pressing problems.
First Taste Oregon is the ultimate showcase of Oregon’s cuisine in a weekend of the state’s best wineries, craft brews and food.
SALEM, Ore. (KATU) — The 2025 Oregon Legislative session began Tuesday at the Oregon State Capitol in Salem. The session is a long one this year, meaning lawmakers will work through the month of June.
Many Oregonians are frustrated with rising utility bills. Legislators are working towards solutions to help mitigate those costs.
Salem firefighters Cody Welling, Zach Salvage, Mike Laatsch and Capt. Mike Stewart returned Saturday after helping crews fight the LA Palisades Fire.