Welcome to this week's episode of Coffee Breaks!

In this episode of our new series in partnership with Salem Reporter, Jacob Espinoza sits down with Rachel Alexander to discuss:

• Top Halloween activities in Salem, from Rocky Horror at the Grand to the Lost Forest Zombie Shoot
• Mayor Julie Hoy's petition to repeal state homeless camp sweep regulations
• Rising immigration enforcement concerns and their impact on local businesses and community events
• Updates on Día de los Muertos celebrations happening around Salem

This is a quick 10-minute update on what's happening in Salem, bringing you the latest news and community happenings.

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Timestamps:

00:01 - Coffee Talk theme song banter and introduction

00:54 - Top three Halloween activities in Salem

01:12 - Rocky Horror Picture Show tradition at the Grand

02:10 - High school trick-or-treating events

03:12 - Ghosts at the Grand returns with new features

03:35 - Lost Forest Zombie Shoot debuts in Salem

04:59 - Trunk-or-treat events making a comeback

05:46 - Mayor's petition on homeless camp sweeps explained

08:12 - Community reactions and the debate over empathy vs. cleanliness

09:05 - Immigration arrests increase and community response

10:48 - Día de los Muertos celebrations still happening despite concerns