The planned drawdown of Detroit Lake could bring major complications for the drinking water systems in Salem and Stayton.

The Oregon Health Authority declared a health advisory for Detroit Lake, Big Cliff Reservoir and the North Santiam River on July 16 due to toxic blue-green algae at the trio of recreation ...

Marion County is building a facility in Mill City with with funds from the state. But it doesn't yet have DEQ approval to operate it.

For years, Minto County Park was a mysterious little destination of deep forest and trails along the North Santiam River just off Highway 22. You’d park your car and carry your fishing rod down ...

Snow is likely in Salem on Sunday after 4 p.m., but with little to no accumulation expected. Expect mostly rain, heavy at ...

The drawdown could release sediment into the North Santiam River and clog Salem and Stayton's water filtration systems. Officials are exploring backup water sources and considering legal action to ...