Salem man awarded nearly $1 million decades after wrongful murder conviction
SALEM, Ore. (KPTV) - A Salem man was awarded nearly $1 million from the state on Thursday, 17 years after a judge overturned his murder conviction citing “junk science.”. “I’m still in a bit of a state of shock,” Scott Cannon said. “We’re coming up on the 28th year fighting against Oregon. To have it be over is just...
McMinnville Police Department Shares Updates on Community Initiatives and New Station Plans
The McMinnville Police Department started off the week with updates on various community-driven initiatives and internal developments. In a social media post, the department shared a series of announcements ranging from the donation of a vehicle for firefighter training to the progression of strategic planning...
Salem reports $1.19M in downtown parking revenue, considers ending tax
During the first six months of paid on-street parking in downtown Salem, the city collected $1.19 million in revenue and is continuing to outpace projections. City leadership is set to recommend removing the downtown business parking tax at the Salem City Council meeting on Jan. 26. Free, on-street parking in Salem's...
‘Tragic incident’: 2 dead, 2 hospitalized after car crashes in ditch near Salem
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A single-car crash early Sunday morning in Turner killed two individuals, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office announced. The crash took place on Turner Road SE, just south of Crawford Street SE, at 2:30 a.m. “Deputies and fire personnel located a black Kia that had...
Oregon Weather Alert Today: Air Stagnation Traps Cold, Fog, and Pollution Across Eugene and...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Oregon wakes up under a trapped lid of cold air, where frost coats windshields and fog hangs low over quiet streets. The air feels heavy and still, with little movement to clear it out. An Air Stagnation...
Western Michigan 6’4″ Transfer Quarterback Brady Jones Picks Oregon State
Brady Jones, a tall pocket passer with a juco background and limited snaps at Western Michigan, fills out Oregon State's quarterback room. Learn more about Jones in this piece.
Albany’s new youth center offers vital support for homeless teens
ALBANY, Ore. - A new youth center in Albany is set to provide crucial support for local young people, according to the Oregon Health Authority. OHA officials said that the Albany Youth Center will offer early intervention and behavioral health services. Gov. Tina Kotek (D-Ore.) emphasized the importance of such spaces.
Salem Fire, Marion County launch new behavioral health crisis team
A new, three-person team created to help Salem residents experiencing mental health crises and substance use disorders began work on Jan. 20. The city of Salem and Marion County came together to form the Rapid Engagement, Assessment and Community Health team, also known as REACH. The program is part of a six-month...
Getting back into the swing of things
After the long winter break, it can feel like we have a serious case of whiplash with the new term sneaking up on us so fast. Many students find themselves in an uncomfortable adjustment period of getting back into their routines and settling into new classes. Now that our holiday...
Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office Closed for MLK Day, Patrols Continue to Ensure Public Safety
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Yamhill County Sheriff's Office announced through a social media post that its Administrative and Business Offices would be closed for the holiday. According to the post, the office was set to resume normal operations on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 8:30 am. While the...
