When we think about which city in the U.S. we’d like to live in, our minds may turn to what the city has to offer in terms of livability. Is there low crime? Does it have clean air? Is ...

Salem City Council voted unanimously Monday to send a livability levy that would fund the library, parks and Center 50+ to voters in the May 20 election. Salem's main library and West Salem branch ...

Mayor Julie Hoy highlighted economic growth and challenges like the $13.8 million budget shortfall. She urged support for the ...

Salem's budget deficit, upcoming livability levy vote, homelessness and economic growth headlined Mayor Julie Hoy's first State of the City address Wednesday afternoon. With a looming $13.8 ...

(This story was updated to include new information) Salem City Council voted unanimously Monday to send a livability levy ...

(This story was updated to include new information) Salem City Council voted unanimously Monday to send a livability levy that would fund the library, parks and Center 50+ to voters in the May 20 ...

The proposed levy would cost the average household $229 per year. The deadline for getting the levy on the ballot is Feb. 28. Salem City Council is set to cast its final vote Monday on whether to send ...