Local businesses damaged by West Eugene fire
A vacant home was completely destroyed and three nearby businesses were damaged in a second alarm fire in West Eugene on Sunday evening. Just before 6:30 p.m., Eugene Springfield Fire (ESF) crews were called to a report of a possible house fire near Highway 99 and Barger Drive. Firefighters responding to the area could
Opening Ohio State-Oregon betting line sends concerning message to Ducks
The Oregon Ducks open as early 6-point favorites for their marquee matchup against the Ohio State Buckeyes.
Taylor sets championship record in 200m gold run
Tate Taylor won the 200m men's final at the 2026 U20 World Championships with a record time of 19.83 seconds, completing the 100m/200m sweep in Oregon.
Eugene woman with memory issues goes missing
Lee Betty Boren, a Eugene woman with memory issues has gone missing after last being seen leaving the 1200 block of Jacobs Drive in an unknown direction, Eugene Police say. She was described as wearing a pinkish-blue blouse, with police saying she may have her Chihuahua with her as well.
EUGENE MAN JAILED ON DUII, CRIMINAL MISCHIEF CHARGES
A Eugene man was jailed on DUII and criminal mischief charges on Friday afternoon. A Douglas County Sheriff’s Office report said just before 5:10 p.m. a deputy responded to the recreational vehicle parking lot at the Douglas County Fair regarding a hit and run incident. Fairgrounds security attempted to...
Black Girl From Eugene: Just an act
Ayisha Elliott: I recall him telling me that 'an act is just an act, only good until they decide to stop pretending.' I had no idea what he meant at the time." Ever sit in a café and cry? It’s a moment, for sure. I know everyone is going through something, and I only hope we can face it with grace and integrity. Clearl
Crews put out Sunday morning brush fire off Highway 99, Beltline
Eugene Springfield Fire and Lane Fire Authority responded to a brush fire Sunday morning near where the Beltline crosses Highway 99. According to a Lane Fire Authority Facebook post, firefighters responded at 9:30 a.m. “Firefighters from multiple departments are working together to manage the incident,” Lane Fire Autho
Indiand walk-off Emeralds to snap Five-Game losing streak
SPOKANE, Wash. - The Spokane Indians are back in the win column.
Free automobile light repair clinic offers quick fixes across Eugene and Springfield
Two volunteers replace headlights on a vehicle at the light repair clinic, Aug. 4, 2026. A group of mechanics and car enthusiasts are running free automobile light repair clinics in Eugene and Springfield. The light repair clinic was created with the Neighborhood Anarchist Collective a little over a year ago...
Lane ESD board seeks two new members
Lane Education Service District has two vacant seats on its board of directors — one at-large and one to represent the Springfield Public Schools area. As a county-wide public education entity, Lane ESD offers technology, administrative, school improvement and special education contractual services to Lane County’s 16

















