Eugene police raid leads to seizure of guns, drugs
EUGENE, OR — The Eugene Police Street Crimes Unit had an active morning Tuesday, serving search warrants with the help of the SWAT team, Drones, Crisis Negotiation Team, and the Investigations Division. The search warrants stemmed from an ongoing investigation of narcotics dealing and felon in possession of a...
McKenzie Watershed Alliance employee fired in $1.5M theft
The McKenzie Watershed Alliance says it discovered more than $1.5 million in unauthorized payments tied to an employee, prompting state and federal investigations and the employee’s firing.
From Oregon State to Oregon: How Bleu Dantzler landed his dream school
Oregon outside linebacker Bleu Dantzler saw himself playing for the Ducks one day while growing up in Chandler, Arizona. He just didn’t realize his path would require him to spend one year at nearby Oregon State to reach Eugene. Now that he’s spent the past seven months in Eugene,...
Oregon Defensive Coordinator Chris Hampton Shares Honest Assessment of Boise State Broncos
After Tuesday's fall camp practice, Oregon Ducks defensive coordinator Chris Hampton revealed his thoughts on the Boise State Broncos' offense.
Amateur Athlete: Marist senior CJ Jones named to 2027 Navy All-American Bowl
EUGENE, Ore. - Marist High School senior CJ Jones has been selected for the 2027 Navy All-American Bowl. Over the last several years, Jones has worked to become the No. 1 punter in Oregon and No. 6 nationally in the class of 2027. He persevered through two ACL injuries and adversity on the field to become one of only a
Photos: Barreau’s brassy legacy
As the stands filled at the Eugene Emeralds game Aug. 22, popcorn was passed around and the crowd milled about. Barry Barreau, 71, stood alone. As always, he warmed up to make sure he could hit the high C note, and he drank excess amounts of water so as not to be “scared spitless” before his performance.
After difficult year, 4J superintendent aims to simplify demands on staff, promote achievement
Last year, on her first day on the job, Superintendent Miriam Mickelson greeted incoming kindergarteners. On the same day, she became responsible for Eugene School District 4J’s projected $30 million budget deficit. Previously a superintendent in Washington state, Mickelson prepared for the role by watching budget comm
Warm and sunny afternoons ahead for Eugene and the Willamette Valley
Today and through the upcoming week, Eugene and the Willamette Valley will see morning clouds give way to warm, sunny afternoons. Temperatures will generally remain in the low 80s and upper 70s under light winds, with Meteorologist Scott Elnes.
Eugene City Council stays neutral on Clean Energy Fund initiative
Eugene city councilors have opted to remain neutral regarding the Clean Energy Fund initiative that will appear on the November ballot. The council adjourned a Monday night special meeting without taking a vote on whether they would urge votes in favor of or against the measure, effectively remaining neutral. “"I...
SPRINGFIELD MAN JAILED FOLLOWING ELUDE INCIDENT ON MONDAY
A Springfield man was jailed following an elude incident on Monday. A Douglas County Sheriff’s report said just after 5:00 p.m. a deputy attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a motorcycle on Interstate Five northbound near milepost 148 in the Oakland area. The bike failed to yield and exited the freeway in the Drain a

















