Benton County jury convicts mother in death of 2-month-old baby
A Benton County jury on Tuesday found a mother guilty of causing the death of her 2-month-old baby girl, the Benton County District Attorney’s Office said on Wednesday. The jury convicted Deborah Albin on one count of first-degree manslaughter and two counts of first-degree criminal mistreatment in the death of Opal Oa
Santiam Disaster Services has helped 1,221 families after Santiam Canyon wildfires
ALBANY, Ore. — Santiam Disaster Services of Santiam Hospital & Clinics has assisted 1,221 families who were affected by the devastating Beachie Creek/Lionshead fires of Labor Day weekend 2020, Linn County Commissioners Roger Nyquist, Sherrie Sprenger and Will Tucker were informed at their June 2 meeting. Melissa Baurer
Wallace says he’s ‘not ready’ to leave prison during parole hearing
During the first portion of the hearing, Wallace said he had planned to deny his petition for parole upon entering the proceedings but was advised to continue so he could receive guidance from the board. “I’m not ready,” Wallace said, citing the need for further personal growth and treatment for...
‘Heartbreaking’: Fatal crash on rural Oregon property claims life of 1-year-old girl
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a crash that left a 1-year-old child dead on Saturday. Deputies said they responded to a report of a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on a rural property outside Aumsville just before 8 p.m. on May 30. The child, a 1-year-old girl named Jocee, w
Benton County names Rick Crager as permanent county administrator
Rick Crager has been appointed as Benton County’s permanent county administrator, effective June 1, following three months in the acting and interim roles. The Benton County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously at its May 26 meeting to make the appointment, bypassing a national search in favor of promoting from wit
Thief walks out of Salem store with $75,000 in stolen trading cards
SALEM, Ore. (KPTV) - The Salem Police Department is investigating an early morning burglary Tuesday that left a card shop owner out tens of thousands of dollars in inventory. More-Flips Sports & Trading Cards owner Luke Cochran said he woke up to notifications from his security camera system Tuesday morning alerting hi
‘Nightmare’: Man sentenced after threatening Salem woman at apartment door
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – A man was sentenced to prison after threatening a woman at her Marion County apartment, during what authorities described as a “parent or guardian’s nightmare.”. On Tuesday, the Marion County District Attorney’s Office announced that 36-year-old Juan Carlos Elias-Perez was sentenced to four...
Baker St Cafe Builds a Neighborhood Favorite on Square
DISTRIBUTED-WORKFORCE/OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 3, 2026--Square today announced that Baker St Cafe-Thai Kitchen & Bubble Tea, a family-run restaurant in McMinnville, Oregon, is
The “Killer” French Toast at This Former Oregon House Has Been Winning Hearts for...
When people talk about Oregon's best breakfasts, a few famous names always seem to come up. But tucked away on a quiet residential street in Salem is a place that has earned a devoted following without flashy advertising, trendy gimmicks, or a prime downtown location. Instead, Word of Mouth Bistro has built its reputat
For Marionberry Pie Lovers, This Oregon Bakery Is a Road Trip Stop You Can’t...
If marionberry pie is your weakness, Blue Raeven Farmstand in Amity is the kind of place that can turn a simple Oregon drive into the highlight of your day. This roadside bakery has earned a devoted following for flaky crusts, bold fruit fillings, savory pot pies, and a country store charm that makes you want to linger
