Salem OR

The iconic west Albany building constructed in 1966 as a Safeway store now has a new use. On a bike ride a couple of evenings ago I stopped there to take a look inside. As I reported in February, the building was leased by a nonprofit ministry, Adult and Teen Challenge Pacwest, in order to move its “Superthrift” second

MARION COUNTY Ore. (KPTV) - A 45-year-old Salem man was sentenced in Marion County Court on Thursday to 20 years in prison for domestic violence involving a gun and a police chase, according to the district attorney’s office. On June 29, 2025, deputies with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office...

SALEM, Ore. (KATU) — A trio of burglars, ages 18 and 19, were each sentenced to several years in prison for a violent attack on a man in Wallace Marine Park last year. According to court records, 19-year-olds Robert Lanoy and Xavier Wilcox, and 18-year-old Chance Lawrence lured the victim from the Transit Mall in downt

CORVALLIS, Ore. (KATU) — A prolific retail theft suspect was arrested in Corvallis last month during a retail theft operation. Officials said 48-year-old Oscar Porras of Salem was taken into custody after entering a business on NE Four Acre Place. "Loss prevention staff recognized Porras from previous theft investigati

Seattle Cider Co. has reinforced its standing in the Pacific Northwest cider scene after earning Gold, Silver and Bronze medals at the 2026 Northwest Cider Cup, one of North America's most respected cider competitions. The awards recognised the cidery across botanical, dry and sweet cider styles, highlighting the bread

BEND, Ore. -- Some OSU-Cascades students have come up with a potentially life-saving invention for skiers and snowboarders. The Tree Well Guardian sends out an emergency alert with GPS coordinates when someone get stuck in a tree well. "This would be attached to your ski boot and if you are...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – A winery in McMinnville is once again bringing together two things many Oregonians often enjoy, wine and the great outdoors. Yamhill Valley Vineyards has brought back its Guided Vineyard Hikes for a third year, offering guests the chance to walk the vineyard blocks and taste the wines grown at e

Editor’s note: This report is based on information submitted by the Benton County Sheriff’s Office. All calls for service may not be included. The status of incidents might change after further investigation. Locations are approximate and may not be included if it could identify victims of certain crimes of a sensitive

The bustling factories of Salem have long been symbols of American manufacturing prowess. Now one local firm is stepping into a new era with plans for Salem Robot Manufacturer IPO $2.5 Billion. This move could reshape how the region approaches automation and industrial growth. Investors around the country are watching

Construction work to replace the Waverly Drive bridge over Cox Creek could have blocked access to the Cox Creek walking trail and bike path, but it has not. On a ride Tuesday night, I noticed that the contractor has provided a handy detour for anyone traveling on the path to or from Simpson Park and the dormant Talking