Salem OR

Guess what’s back again. It’s our old friend the logjam in the Willamette River under the Albany railroad bridge. It was less than a year ago that the pile of logs and debris that had built up for years in the same spot was cleared away. Over several...

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 nature (sexual abuse, stalking, etc.). Individuals are identified in the log only if...

This May, Democratic voters will choose their candidate for the Benton County Board of Commissioner’s Position 1. The incumbent, Pat Malone, is facing a challenger, John Wilson, who’s criticized his handling of the Coffin Butte landfill. Both of the candidates say they want to avoid raising taxes on...

What's happening with house prices in Salem in 2026?. Home prices across the U.S. have remained at record highs for years, driven by a limited supply and a persistent homebuilding shortage. More recently, economic uncertainty has kept more homebuyers on the sidelines, but it's also discouraged home sellers, further limiting new listings and putting upward pressure on prices. Sellers who are in the market...

CORVALLIS, Ore. — The 4th Annual Spring Stampede, an all-girls rodeo, is set to return May 16, 2026, at the Benton County Fairgrounds, promising a full day of competition, community spirit and celebration of cowgirls in the arena. The event will bring together female competitors of all ages for...

A hike up Marys Peak promises wildflowers, views and echoes of Kalapuyan legends. The highest point in Oregon’s Coast Range was sacred to the tribe. It’s still a hallowed place to walk. I’ll tell you about the hike in a minute. First let me tell you about the legend.

Newberg’s favorite rodent is back. The dancing mouse bronze statue dubbed “Boys Night Out” has found a new home adjacent to the rear entrance of the Newberg Public Library. After spending the past four months stored at the department’s yard, the popular public art piece was installed...

The Eola-Amity Hills American Viticultural Area (AVA) is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2026 with a party on May 2nd at Zenith Vineyard near Salem, and AM Extra viewers can get 15% off tickets with the discount code KOIN.

SALEM, Ore. — Salem’s oldest tree has been through a lot. But, after approximately 400 years, root rot has gotten too bad and crews are set to remove the massive white oak any day. Willamette University Biologist David Craig tells our News Partner KGW they are looking forward...

It will turn noticeably warmer and brighter as we head into today and tomorrow. After the recent stretch of clouds, it will feel like a big shift. There will be plenty of sunshine, and the air will feel drier and more comfortable. Temperatures will climb quickly—first reaching the upper 60s to low 70s, then jumping well above that.