Man’s death ruled suicide in Springfield house fire, authorities say
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. - In an update on a house fire on 36th Street that led to a massive police response, Springfield police have identified the man who died in that fire as 63-year-old Carlos Ortegadena. The incident occurred on the night of July 3 when Springfield Police and Eugene-Springfield Fire...
Wyden announces deal limiting out of state access to Oregon license plate camera data
Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden announced Friday that he has made a deal with AI-license-plate reader company Flock to limit other state’s access to Oregon’s data. Eugene and Springfield’s Police Departments quietly deployed more than 80 Flock cameras earlier this year. Other cities and counties, as well as private companies...
Fresno Fugitive Apprehended in Eugene, Faces Justice for Residential Burglary Charges
A man wanted for burglary in Fresno, California, has been apprehended in Eugene, Oregon, authorities report. The fugitive, 47-year-old Hans Matheus, was taken into custody without incident after being spotted at a local restaurant. Acting on a tip from the Fresno County Sheriff's Office, Eugene Police were alerted...
Oregon Black Man’s Detainment by White, Horse-Riding Vigilantes Sparks Fears of Terrifying Trend
An Oregon Black man was detained by armed, white vigilantes dressed as cowboys in 2023. Now, not only are the Lane County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse facing a civil rights lawsuit for alleged racial profiling, folks can’t help but wonder whether his detainment signifies something deeper… and utterly terrifying.
Springfield PD follows Eugene’s lead with license plate readers amid privacy concerns
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — The Springfield Police Department is following in the steps of Eugene Police with SPD set to install automated license plate readers in Springfield over the coming weeks. Springfield PD said Wednesday that the cameras will be used as a public safety tool to help deter crime,...
Oregon’s new farm rules threaten Eugene’s fall agritourism activities
EUGENE, Ore. - The future of agritourism in Oregon is under scrutiny as state officials propose new regulations that could impact local farms. These changes could mean the end of beloved community activities like pumpkin patches, hayrides, and fall festivals. The Oregon Department of Land and Conservation Development...
Lane County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse dates back to 1940’s
LANE COUNTY, Ore. — The Lane County Sheriff's Mounted Posse has a long history dating back to the 1940s. We spoke with Sergeant Levi McKenny with the Sheriff's Office about the posse's role in the community. McKenny says the posse helps promote western heritage and volunteering through volunteering at...
High school students design car for child with mobility issues
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – A child with mobility limitations got a special modified ride-on car that will help him move around, designed by Henley High School students in Klamath County. These high school engineering students built a customized red car for Paxton, a four-year-old from Eugene. It’s through the...
Healthy Kids: Know how to avoid and treat rashes, bites and stings
EUGENE, Ore. — Protecting your child's skin is important, especially in the summer months when more skin is exposed. The dangers are plentiful, from poison oak, mosquitoes, ticks, stinging insects and spiders. Knowing how to treat common rashes and bites can come in handy this time of year. Poison...
Two top administrators leave McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center
Two top administrators for the McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center in Springfield are out of a job, and the company that owns the hospital isn’t saying why. McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center’s CEO David Butler and Chief Nursing Officer Desi Shubin have both left. A spokesperson for the hospital released a statement...
