Keizer woman champions new state law after web harassment
A random check of internet archives turned up a startling use of a family photo on a pornography website. A Keizer woman has been the voice for tougher criminal sanctions for such abuses.
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Keizer, city wants to know your thoughts on more growth
Citizens are invited to attend a listening session at the Keizer Event Center on Tuesday, May 27, to share views about how and where to grow the city. Keizer is running out of room for more housing, reports indicate.
CLOSURE FOR CADEN: Keizer mother deemed insane in killing of son
A ruling in Marion County court, eight years after Caden Berry was killed, commits his mother for life. The case offers a window into the tragedy of a Keizer family ravaged by mental illness and abuse.
City safety efforts earn SHARP acclaim – and maybe lower costs
No other city in Oregon pulled off what Keizer has – a rewarding focus on employee safety.
Happy 75th, KeizerFEST!
Keizer's getting ready for the big community festival that dates back to 1950. This year's events start Thursday, May 15, and continue through the weekend.
Keizer police recover guns after a witness monitors suspected burglar
A 25-year-old man is facing a new round of charges, accused of burglarizing a Keizer home on Wednesday, April 30, and taking firearms. He already was facing charges for carrying a gun near Salem Hospital in February.
Cross makes final pick for revamped diversity panel
All but one of the members of the city's Diversity Advisory Committee have been replaced in recent weeks. Keizer City Councilor Soraida Cross completed the turnover with her recent appointment.
Flareup at council reveals continuing strains between mayor, councilor
An effort to market the Keizer Cultural Center became a flash point in a recent Keizer City Council meeting. Councilor Lore Christopher called out Mayor Cathy Clark for questioning a request for $2,400.
Reward offered to find burglars who broke into Keizer firearms shop
Thieves got into a Keizer firearms dealership in the middle of the night, taking three guns and a suppressor. Federal officials say a reward of up to $3,000 will be paid for information leading to the burglars.
Verda Lane gets green light for major overhaul in 2026
As years of planning and cost increases, the city of Keizer says it's now a "go" to rebuild a stretch of Verda Lane. The work will be done next year.