Hamilton hall demolition to begin with expected completion by end of 2025
EUGENE, Ore. - The University of Oregon is set to demolish the long-standing Hamilton Hall as part of a significant transformation project. The demolition marks the final step in a multi-phase effort that began in 2018, aiming to modernize the campus. For over 60 years, Hamilton Hall has been a central part of the...
Eugene man accused of running largest cyber attack in years
EUGENE, Ore. — A Eugene man is facing federal charges, accused of running one of the largest cyber attacks in years. The U.S. Attorney's Office in Alaska filed federal charges against 22-year-old Ethan Foltz, claiming he is the administrator of "Rapper Bot." Prosecutors say the automatic program used thousands...
Eugene residents voice concerns over proposed emergency department near downtown
EUGENE, Ore. — It's been nearly two years since Eugene lost its only hospital when PeaceHealth shut down its University District campus. Now, developers and McKenzie Willamette Medical Center want to build a new standalone emergency department near downtown. A neighborhood meeting was held Wednesday where developers...
New baby owls at Cascade Raptor Center
EUGENE, Ore. — The Cascades Raptor Center has two new residents at their facility!. A new baby Northern Hawk Owl and baby Snowy Owl are the latest additions. Employees at the Cascades Raptor Center say they are currently training in their resident residente center and getting used to their new surroundings.
Former Springfield city councilor accused of gun threats after Walmart dispute
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. - A former Springfield city councilor faces serious charges after a parking lot confrontation escalated at the Walmart on Olympic Street. Fifty-six-year-old Victoria Marie Doyle is charged with four counts of unlawful use of a weapon. The incident began on the afternoon of Aug. 16 when Doyle and two...
Eugene City Council hires new independent police auditor to oversee department
Eugene, OR – The Eugene City Council has appointed Craig Renetzky as the city’s new Independent Police Auditor. The office of the Independent Police Auditor operates as a civilian oversight entity, reporting directly to and funded by the City Council. It functions independently from the Eugene Police Department...
Springfield Creamery co-founder Sue Kesey dies
Eugene-based Springfield Creamery is best known for creating Nancy's Yogurt. In 1970, they were the first U.S. company to add live probiotics. A few years later, the Grateful Dead even played a benefit concert to help save the company.
Eugene’s Bethel district enforces school-wide phone ban
EUGENE, Ore. - The Bethel School District is implementing a new policy banning cell phones, earbuds, and smartwatches during school hours. This policy applies from the first bell to the final bell, including lunch, recess, and passing periods. According to the district, the ban covers all areas on campus, such as...
A Wife’s Place is Behind a Mic
Eugene indie rock quartet ExWife will play their most high-profile local concert Saturday, August 23, at Market Fest, the Eugene Market District’s annual street fair celebration. Together in one form or another since 2020, ExWife released their debut album, Blow, this year. Singer, guitarist and primary songwriter...
Oregon Extreme Heat Warning: Salem and Portland Brace for 100°F+ Through Early Week
Eugene, OR – Dangerous heat will grip much of western Oregon starting Friday, with the National Weather Service issuing an Extreme Heat Warning lasting through 5 a.m. Tuesday. Highs are expected to soar into the upper 90s and low 100s, with Saturday and Sunday marking the peak of the heat wave.
