Springfield library faces staff cuts as city grapples with costs
The proposed city budget would eliminate a Library Associate Manager and Librarian position at Springfield Public Library due to limited revenue and rising costs.
1 ejected, 4 hospitalized after rollover crash on London Road in Lane County
LANE COUNTY, Ore. — A rollover crash early on Tuesday in rural Lane County sent four people to area hospitals, and shut down a stretch of London Road as investigators worked the scene. On May 5, 2026, Lane County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) deputies responded at approximately 5:40 a.m. to...
Lane County tourism leaders push back on county budget reallocation proposal
Lane County's budget committee is proposing to reallocate $6.5 million from tourism tax reserves to public safety, prompting concern from tourism leaders who argue the funds should remain dedicated to tourism projects.
Find breakfast served 24 hours a day at new Duck-themed Eugene diner
Sad restaurant news came to Eugene at the end of April. Izakaya Meiji and The Davis , two Eugene food scene staples, announced their closure. Both spots fostered community and served great food to the city for over 15 years, solidifying them as some of the old guards of the restaurant scene. But it's not all sad news for foodies this week. Two new restaurants...
This Enormous Oregon Thrift Store Feels Like A Treasure Hunt
Most thrift stores give you three aisles and a prayer. This one gives you a warehouse. Oregon’s biggest thrift destination isn’t just browsing, it’s a full expedition. The moment you step inside, the scale hits you. Room after room of furniture, clothing, books, housewares, electronics, and things...
Eight individuals charged in transnational drug trafficking operation spanning Oregon, California, and other states...
Eugene, OR – Eight individuals have been charged in connection with a transnational criminal organization accused of transporting narcotics from Mexico into the United States and distributing them across multiple states, including Oregon, according to federal authorities. The case was announced by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District...
UO schedules final Autzen Canoe Canal footbridge closure for repairs starting May 5
EUGENE, Ore. — The Autzen Canoe Canal Footbridge will be closed again May 5 as part of the University of Oregon’s ongoing athletics practice facility upgrades. The footbridge will be closed for about three weeks to finish repairs and replace the deficient girder that crews found in March. The footbridge will be permanently opened with all repairs completed by May 24.
The Jazz Station Jam: an approachable gateway to jazz music
On the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month, The Jazz Station hosts The Jazz Station Jam, a night of fun improvisation and spectacular music. The Jazz Station, located on West Broadway, is a nonprofit organization that has been providing performance opportunities for local musicians for over 15 years. For...
School daze: One high school with top marks, one with accusations
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Deputies arrest two after Jasper Lowell Road burglary and Highway 58 chase
OAKRIDGE, Ore. — Deputies arrested two people after a pursuit ended with Oakridge police deploying spike strips, the Lane County Sheriff's Office said. Around 2:50 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a burglary reported from the 40300 block of Jasper Lowell Road. The first caller reported finding someone trespassing on his property. Shortly after, a second resident called advising...

















