Statesman Journal

The Statesman Journal is the primary daily newspaper serving Salem, Oregon. Established in 1851 as the Oregon Statesman, it eventually combined with the Capital Journal to create the current newspaper, which is the second-oldest in the state. The Statesman Journal is available in Salem, Keizer, and parts of the mid-Willamette Valley. As of 2012, its average circulation on weekdays was 27,859, while Sunday readership was around 36,323. It is owned by the national Gannett Company, which also owns the nearby Stayton Mail and Silverton Appeal Tribune.

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This south Salem street will partially close for the rest of 2025

15 hours ago | statesmanjournal.com | Whitney Woodworth

A portion of McGilchrist Street SE will be closed to eastbound traffic through the end of 2025. The closure is part of a multi-year renovation of the south Salem street. It will be closed from 22nd Street to 25th Street. Local access will be available to all residences and businesses in the area. The one-mile stretch of the street just west of the Salem airport has long been a problem area. The street is not wide enough to accommodate the influx of daily traffic.
Flyover planned for Armed Forces Day celebration at the Capitol Mall in Salem

19 hours ago | statesmanjournal.com | Capi Lynn

Capi LynnSalem Statesman JournalThe Oregon National Guard and Oregon Military Department invite the public to join them for their Armed Forces Day celebration on May 14 at the Capitol Mall in Salem. The family-friendly event across from the Oregon State Capitol will feature an F-15 flyover, hands-on displays of the Guard’s newest vehicles, aircraft and equipment, and food trucks.
Crater Lake National Park opens boat tours for last summer until 2029

1 day ago | statesmanjournal.com | Zach Urness

Visitors can now reserve their spot on a boat tour at Crater Lake National Park this summer, the last time the iconic cruises will be offered until 2029. “We look forward to welcoming guests aboard for another year of scenic adventures and unforgettable experiences,” ExplorUS, the new concessionaire for Crater Lake, said on its website. Boat tours will take place July 7 to Sept. 14.
Construction underway in Salem at State and 25th streets: What driver should know

1 day ago | statesmanjournal.com | Whitney Woodworth

Construction at the intersection of State Street and 25th Street began May 12 and will continue to impact traffic through October. The Capital Improvement Project construction includes building accessible curb ramps and sidewalks, installing a pedestrian island, modifying and extending an existing median island, and adding signal improvements.
Sabrina Ionescu revels in return to Matthew Knight Arena with New York Liberty

1 day ago | statesmanjournal.com | Alec Dietz

Before her return to Matthew Knight Arena for the first time in more than five years, Oregon great Sabrina Ionescu said she was looking forward to "Shout."The Ducks' tradition was in full force May 12 heading into the fourth quarter during the New York Liberty's preseason 84-61 win over the Women's Japanese Basketball League's Toyota Antelopes. A sellout 12,364 fans shouted and raised their arms as the Liberty prepared for a stretch run to end the game.
The nominees for 2025 Crystal Apple Awards are in — more than 100 of them

1 day ago | statesmanjournal.com | Capi Lynn

Capi LynnSalem Statesman JournalA record 101 teachers, administrators and support staff from 50 public and private schools and programs in Salem and Keizer have been nominated for the 2025 Crystal Apple Awards. The annual awards program recognizes excellence in local education and is presented by the McLaran Leadership Foundation, the charitable arm of the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Salem-Keizer Public Schools.
Why Sabrina Ionescu wants to keep giving to Eugene community: 'She is a giving person'

2 days ago | statesmanjournal.com | Alec Dietz

Since that day nearly a decade ago, when Sabrina Ionescu drove up Interstate 5 from the Bay Area to Eugene to sign her letter of intent to play at the University of Oregon in 2016, Ionescu hasn't changed. Sure, she's gotten more confidence since becoming the NCAA's all-time leader in triple-doubles and the first player in NCAA history to record 2,000 points, 1,000 assists and 1,000 rebounds.
Oregon lawmakers to hold public hearing on major firearm bill, amendments: How to testify

2 days ago | statesmanjournal.com | Dianne Lugo

Oregon lawmakers are considering amendments to Senate Bill 243, potentially removing a 72-hour wait time for firearm purchases. The amendment also would narrow where local governments could be allowed to restrict concealed carry in public buildings. A public hearing is scheduled May 12 and work session is scheduled May 14. Lawmakers are scheduled to discuss proposed amendments to Senate Bill 243, one of three major gun bills that have advanced during the Oregon Legislature, on May 12.
Sabrina Ionescu and New York Liberty down Toyota Antelopes in Eugene: Highlights

3 days ago | statesmanjournal.com | Alec Dietz

In front of a sellout, 12,364 fans at Matthew Knight Arena May 12, Sabrina Ionescu and the New York Liberty put on a show in a 84-61 win over the Toyota Antelopes of the Women's Japanese Basketball League. Ionescu scored a game-high 25 points with six 3-pointers, including three in the fourth quarter after a spirited "Shout."Teammate Nyara Sabally, another former Duck, scored seven points and had six rebounds.
Oregon softball will open the NCAA Tournament at home in the 4-team Eugene Regional

3 days ago | statesmanjournal.com | Chris Hansen

The Ducks can begin to chart their path to the Women's College World Series. And it will begin from a familiar location. After nearly 40 minutes of watching the 64-team field unveiled May 11 on ESPN2, Oregon was finally announced as the final home site in the NCAA Softball Tournament and will host the Eugene Regional at Jane Sanders Stadium May 16-18. The Ducks will open with a game at 4:30 p.m. Friday against Weber State. "It was a little stressful," senior shortstop Paige Sinicki said.