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Huge Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes I-84 for up to 80 Miles

About 98 vehicles have crashed along I-84 between Pendleton and La Grande

(SALEM, Ore.) - Several multiple vehicle wrecks including passenger cars and semi-trucks took place early afternoon today on I-84 westbound at milepost 230.

ODOT's cameras reveal an enormous amount of vehicles crashed into one another, completely closing the freeway in both directions.

Hwy 211 Crash Claims Life of Motorcycle Rider

An improperly executed left turn is apparently the cause.

(CLACKAMAS COUNTY, Ore.) - A 51-year old Harley rider suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased. An improperly executed left turn is being investigated as a contributing factor to the collision.

Hwy 211 was closed for two hours.

Developer Fined for Removal of 100 Trees in South Salem

Many Oregon white oaks live 500 years.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Following a comprehensive investigation, commercial developers (et al) at 2792 Marietta St SE in South Salem have been cited with a total of $138,187.50 civil penalty after removing more than 100 trees from a property last December.

Forty-eight of those trees were determined to be Oregon White Oaks.

Oregon Firefighter Austin Smith Memorial Service

The memorial service is this Saturday, February 12, 2022 at 1 p.m. at the St. Paul Rodeo grounds.

(SALEM, Ore.) - On Thursday, February 3rd, the St. Paul Fire District as well as other mutual aid partners, responded to a reported barn fire at Champoeg Creek and McKay Rd.

During firefighting efforts, an explosion occurred severely injuring Austin Smith, who was preparing for exterior defensive fire operations. Firefighter Smith died as a result of his injuries.

Volunteers Wanted for Third Winter Beach Clean Up on February 12

Pick up trash at your favorite Lincoln County beach on Saturday the 12th, and enter to win great prizes!

(NEWPORT, Ore.) - Help clean up our local beaches this winter with the Newport Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation.

To participate, volunteers can use their own supplies or pick up bags and gloves at partner surf shops.

OSP Traffic Stop Reveals Fentanyl Pills and 9.9 lbs. of Meth

Troopers were granted consent to search the vehicle from the driver.

(MARION COUNTY, Ore.) - At 12:40 p.m., Sunday, February 6, an Oregon State Police Trooper stopped a 2017 Nissan Rogue on I-5 north near milepost 255 for a traffic violation.

During the contact, the Trooper observed signs of criminal activity and items related to drug use.

Survey Says: Salem is A Great Place For Seniors

Salem scored high for transportation, in particular

(SALEM, Ore.) - Salem, Oregon’s seniors are thriving, a recent analysis by Center 50+, the city’s senior citizen center, has found.

In a series of listening sessions and discussions, older locals were asked to share their thoughts on Salem’s support resources, housing, accessibility, and transportation.

Suspect Arrested in Downtown Salem Stabbing Incident

Cook is charged with assault in the first degree and unlawful use of a weapon (knife).

(SALEM, Ore.) - Monday evening, officers were dispatched to Marion Square Park in downtown Salem on the report of a stabbing.

A male individual suffering from a stab wound to the back was transported with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Six People Shot at WOW Hall Friday Night

There is no suspect in custody at this time. Call Tip line with info: 541.682.5162

(EUGENE, Ore.) - All six shooting victims are in stable condition and/or have been treated and released.

At this point, there is not enough to say if the event was random or targeted to individuals or a group. The only potential suspect description at this time is a male with a hoody.

Oregon Legislature Takes on Houseless Issue in Capitol City

Rep. Hoy filed two Bills to address critical local funding & houseless needs for city of Salem

(SALEM, Ore.) - Recently appointed state Representative Chris Hoy (D-Salem) filed two Legislative Concepts today to help address the growing houselessness needs for City of Salem residents and to bring much-needed funding for the city’s public safety services.

Right now, Salem faces a shelter shortage.