Holt Elementary welcomes new kindergarteners as Eugene’s youngest step into school life
EUGENE, Ore. — It's a big day for young kids in Eugene - the first day of kindergarten!. Kids at Holt Elementary were ready to get to work. But the things they were most excited for had nothing to do with reading, writing, and arithmetic:. It wasn't just kindergarteners...
Eugene SWAT resolves early morning standoff; suspect in custody
EUGENE, Ore. - An early morning dispute at a residence on West 3rd Avenue led to the arrest on Friday of a man with a history of legal troubles, according to the Eugene Police Department. EPD officials said that officers were dispatched at 3:23 a.m. on Sept. 5 following a...
University of Oregon Investigates Student Who Found Cybersecurity Flaws
(TNS) — A former University of Oregon undergraduate who says he discovered a significant security flaw in the college’s computer network and twice reported it to university officials faced a disciplinary hearing as a result. Physics major Owen Mitchem said he was able to inadvertently access confidential...
Nonprofit group plans housing for people with criminal convictions
A Lane County nonprofit that serves people who flow through the criminal justice system is planning an affordable housing project to help people avoid homelessness after a conviction. Sponsors Inc. is planning to start construction in 2026 on The Coleman, a 52-unit affordable housing development for people with...
Oregon Parking Lot Standoff: Woman Nearly Backs Over Wheelchair-Bound Man After Fender Bender Dispute
EUGENE, OREGON – A chaotic parking lot confrontation in Eugene went viral after a woman behind the wheel nearly backed over a wheelchair-bound man who was blocking her vehicle. The clash, captured in a TikTok video, quickly spread online and has sparked debate over road rage, accountability, and escalation.
City of Springfield’s Allie Camp Named 2025 Eugene/Springfield 20 Under 40 Honoree
The City of Springfield is proud to announce that Allie Camp, Economic Development Manager, has been selected as one of the 2025 Eugene/Springfield 20 Under 40 Award recipients. Presented by the Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce, this annual recognition honors 20 outstanding young professionals who are shaping the...
Lane County resumes marriage ceremonies at clerk’s office
EUGENE, Ore. - The Lane County Clerk's Office is once again hosting marriage ceremonies after a break, according to county officials. Couples can now schedule their special day with County Clerk Tommy Gong at the Lane County Public Service Building on most Fridays. "We are excited to once again be...
Crawl Through Creativity in the Streets of West Eugene
Saturday, Sept. 6, is the second First Saturday Warehouse District Art Hop and Bike Crawl, a new, all-day art showcase designed to highlight the creative and community-oriented businesses in west Eugene. The community is encouraged to hop on a bike or carpool through a variety of events, including scavenger hunts,...
Lane County Audubon Society changes name as part of a larger trend within the...
The Lane County Audubon Society is changing its name as part of a nationwide effort to reevaluate the legacy of John James Audubon. Audubon, a founding father of American birding, was a French-American naturalist who tried to create a complete pictorial record of all the birds in North America in the early 19th...
Coming up on KEZI 9 News at 4: The latest on an ICE arrest...
Coming up on KEZI 9 News at 4: The latest on an ICE arrest in Corvallis. Plus, the Goodyear blimp arrives in Eugene. Chief Meteorologist Holden LeCroy has weather.