Salem OR

Home prices are largely starting to normalize across the country, but remain high even as more homes come to the market. Near record-high mortgage rates are keeping homes largely unaffordable for most buyers. Even a percentage point increase can increase a monthly mortgage payment by more than $100. That's causing...

This past Saturday I was able to visit with John Thomas of Thomas Winery. I’ve been on the mailing list of Thomas for over 15 years and have been fortunate to try most of the wines going back to 2004 or so. I’ve blogged about Thomas frequently including Thomas Winery: The Best Pinot Noir You Have Never Heard Of.

Considering pet adoption? Or perhaps you just enjoy all things cute and cuddly? Numerous charming pets are ready for a loving home at animal shelters situated in and near salem.

Polk County, OR – Major safety improvements are coming to two of Polk County’s most crash-prone intersections. The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) announced plans to begin construction in 2026 at Highway 22’s intersections with Kings Valley Highway (OR 223) and Perrydale Road, both located west of Rickreall.

The local business community offered to invest $180,000 into the hiring of Homeless Services Team officers from Nov. 24 to Apr. 23.

Researchers at Oregon State University say they’ve discovered a new use for the waste left behind from the winemaking process.

MARION COUNTY, Ore. – One man is dead after he merged into the path of an 18-wheeler on Sunday afternoon. Oregon State Police (OSP) says

A Benton County grand jury has indicted a 22-year-old Philomath woman on manslaughter and other charges stemming from a crash on Alsea Highway this past spring that killed a 13-year-old California boy. Haley Grace Sumners faces allegations that include four felony charges and four misdemeanor charges in connection...

Daily and weekly reports from the Yamhill County sheriff and Newberg-Dundee police. – Denny Nickolas Whitzel, 63, of Newberg, was arrested for DUII and reckless driving. The case remains open. – Alexandria Rose Naval, 35, of Newberg, was arrested on a hold from McMinnville Municipal Court. Bail was set at...

CORVALLIS, Ore. – The Chintimini Wildlife Center is the only wildlife rehabilitation center between south of Portland and Eugene, and is entering a new chapter with the introduction of a new interim executive and deputy director. The center's interim executive director, Alyssa Nelson, and Heather Gibons, the interim...