Oregon rain and mountain snow update as atmospheric river moves south

Oregon is forecast to get a shot of rain across this weekend, and eventually mountain snow, but it won’t be as powerful as ...

Salem clashes highlight growing tensions as immigration enforcement surges in Oregon

Protesters clashed with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials over the weekend in Salem amid a surge in immigration enforcement, leading to advocates recommending residents stay indoors, ...

Oregon Humane offers veterans $75 off pet adoptions as more than 100 animals seek homes

Oregon Humane says adoption fees will be reduced by $75 for all veterans and active military members from Veterans Day to ...
Columbus Dispatch

Hundreds rally in Salem for anti-Trump No Kings protest

Hundreds flocked to Salem for a No Kings protest and march Oct. 17 to promote early voting as part of a national campaign opposing President Donald Trump and his policies. About 1,000 are expected to ...
Oregon Public Broadcasting

6 races could set the balance of power in Salem next year

Democrats aim to pad supermajorities in the House and Senate, while Republicans are looking to claw back ground.
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Student and parent protests highlight resistance to Portland, Salem closure plans

Students, parents, and community members are pushing back against proposed school closures in Portland and Salem.
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Western Oregon University undergraduate student presents research at prestigious conference

Western Oregon University student Garrett Dyemartin recently presented his research at the 2026 Pacific Northwest Political ...
Columbus Dispatch

Leaders react after 30 reportedly tear-gassed by ICE in north Salem

At least 30 people were tear-gassed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents on Lancaster Drive in Salem on Oct. 10, according to Salem Police. Police said in a news release officers received a ...