Fire crews extinguish large Creswell blaze Saturday night
CRESWELL, Ore. - Five fire crews put out a large structure fire late Saturday night in the Creswell area. The Lowell Rural Fire Protection District says they helped South Lane Fire fight the fire along with multiple other agencies. Dexter, Pleasant Hill, Goshen, Row River and Coburg fire departments also responded.
Eugene skaters honor teen’s legacy, raise mental health awareness
EUGENE, Ore. - A Eugene family turned grief into action, using skateboarding to bring people together and support mental health awareness. Ben Moody passed away five years ago due to suicide. This year he would be turning 21, and his family celebrated his life with an annual birthday event in his memory with the help of The Ben Moody Foundation, founded by his mother, Summer...
UO Museum of Natural and Cultural History presents a new exhibit for the 250th...
The University of Oregon Museum of Natural and Cultural History, pictured on April 16, 2026. To celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary, the University of Oregon’s Museum of Natural and Cultural History has opened a new exhibit that highlights cultures that have impacted the United States. It will showcase...
Oregon field athletes win four events on second day of Oregon Team Invitational
Oregon field athletes enjoyed a successful second day of the Oregon Team Invitational, treating the Hayward Field crowd to wins in men’s shot put, women’s pole vault, women’s discus and men’s javelin. Pole vaulter Emily Fitzsimmons headlined the day by breaking the school record, which had stood since 2003.
Oregon’s Simeon Birnbaum sets collegiate record in the 1500 meters
Simeon Birnbaum, a University of Oregon junior, set a collegiate record in the men’s 1500 meters at the Oregon Invitational Saturday, April 18. His time, 3 minutes, 31.69 seconds, was nearly a second and a half faster than the previous record, 3:33.02, set by Liam Murphy of Villanova in March 2025.
Beavers Finish Strong Weekend in Eugene
The Beavers concluded a successful weekend in Eugene, achieving six record improvements. Beatrice Pettersson highlighted the event with a personal-best performance in the shot put, securing second place and moving up to No. 4 on OSU's all-time list. Numerous athletes not only improved their personal records but also contributed to strong finishes across multiple events, including the 1,500 meters and hurdles. Performances...
PeaceHealth exec pressed doctors on care decisions for years, newly obtained emails show
While making life-or-death decisions in the emergency department inside PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend, several doctors said messages like this would unexpectedly appear on their screens from someone upstairs. “I see you’re in the RB ED. Rm 20. I’m reviewing admissions.”. Jim McGovern, chief hospital executive...
Eugene Springfield Fire responds to gas leak after construction work strikes line, reminds residents...
Eugene, OR – The Eugene Springfield Fire Department responded earlier today to an outside gas leak in the area of Bedford and Oakway in Eugene. According to the department, the incident occurred after a gas line was struck during the construction of a residential driveway. Crews were dispatched to...
Police Warn as Organized Burglars Target Eugene Homes
Eugene Homes Under Threat as Burglary Ring Returns When I looked at this case, one thing was clear to me, […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.
Cold mornings, Dry & Warm Afternoons this Wekend
Frost returns Friday and Saturday mornings, but the afternoons will be mild and dry. There is the possibility of a stray shower on Sunday for coastal areas although that low pressure appears to remain well offshore. Warmest afternoons will be towards Saturday, best rain chances return with low pressure on Wednesday, but no snow.

















