Quorum Health, a private equity-backed hospital chain, is going nonprofit
In late May, Gregory Brentano attended a meeting with about 50 community healthcare leaders. At the time, he was the interim CEO of McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center in Springfield, Oregon. “I asked if I could make an announcement. And I told our audience that McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center was converting to a...
Notre Dame or Oregon? 2027 4-star defensive tackle Braden Parks is set to announce...
2027 Top-150 defensive tackle Brayden Parks is set to make his commitment on Thursday. Where do things stand for Notre Dame?
West Coast Recruiting Battles Brewing Between USC and Oregon
The USC Trojans and Oregon Ducks will continue to battle for elite 2028 recruits in the state of California.
Springfield agencies warn of hidden river hazards, urge life jackets and route planning
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — The City of Springfield, Willamalane Park and Recreation District, and Eugene Springfield Fire are urging community members to take additional precautions when recreating on local rivers this summer. Recent water rescues in the Springfield area are an important reminder that the Willamette and McKen
Green with envy: McKenzie River Trust’s Green Island a site to behold
For more information about Green Island, go here. The following transcript was generated using automated transcription software for the accessibility and convenience of our audience. While we strive for accuracy, the automated process may introduce errors, omissions, or misinterpretations. This transcript is intended a
Vehicle fire on I-5 northbound near Beltline Highway causes delays
EUGENE, Ore. — Drivers on I-5 in Lane County saw slowdowns due to a vehicle fire reported north of Eugene. The Oregon Department of Transportation said the fire occurred Wednesday morning on I-5 northbound near milepost 203, about 8 miles north of the intersection with Beltline Highway. ODOT estimated...
Eugene police arrest man accused of dealing drugs from shelter near elementary school
EUGENE, Ore. — Eugene police say a man is facing drug delivery charges after investigators developed information he was dealing narcotics from a shelter space near an elementary school. The Eugene Police Department Street Crimes Unit investigated 56-year-old Joseph Alonzo Lugo after developing information he was dealin
Eugene Clean Energy Fund supporters say they’ve gathered enough signatures for November ballot
Eugene activists say they’ve gathered enough signatures to get a new climate tax on this fall’s ballot. The Eugene Clean Energy Fund would raise taxes on some large retailers and banks. That money would then go towards climate infrastructure and green jobs programs. To qualify for the November...
Thunderstorms come to Eugene area, could last until midnight
Lightning arrived to the Eugene area July 22. According to Lightning Tracker , as of noon there were 121 lightning flashes in the Eugene area within the last 24 hours. Most were in a long stretch west of Junction City to Corvallis. There also were clusters east of Florence, west of Cottage Grove and north of Harrisburg
Oregon, USC set for 2028 blue-chip recruiting battle
The heat is turning up in the recruitment for several 2028 prospects, and the Oregon Ducks are gearing up for another battle within the conference and along the West Coast. 2028 four-star cornerback Ca'ron Williams doesn't have a timeline for a commitment yet, and the odds are his decision is not coming any time soon.

















