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Editor’s note: This day-in-the-life portrait is based on an interview with the doctor as she referred to her notes from the day, with careful attention to patient privacy. The reporter was not in the emergency department and did not witness the events described. A 68-year-old man with chest pains.

EUGENE, Ore. - A new mental health outpatient clinic is coming to Eugene to address a growing need for mental health care in Lane County. Kairos is a mental health care provider that has operated several clinics in Grants Pass, Medford and Coos Bay for nearly 50 years before expanding north to Lane County. Kairos also

The city of Eugene is building a new sidewalk next to the Eugene Federal Building. Construction on the new sidewalk, which will cost the city $50,000, is set to begin June 9 near the southeast corner of Sixth Avenue and Pearl Street. The east lane of Pearl Street between Sixth and Seventh avenues will be closed interm

Jun. 8—PULLMAN — Washington State's recent influx of recruiting visits have begun to bear fruit. The Cougars have secured a commitment from wide receiver Tomas Dixon, who announced his decision on Monday afternoon, becoming the 10th member of WSU's class of 2027. Listed at 5-foot-11 and 165 pounds, Dixon comes from San

The city of Eugene’s projected budget gap for the two-year cycle starting in 2027 has significantly widened, city finance leaders said Monday, June 8. The city would need to reduce spending in its general fund by $5.1 million per year beginning in 2027 to keep reserves on target, Principal Financial Analyst Maurizio Bo

In Skinner Butte Park on Monday, bird-watchers and city employees alike looked up at a bald eagle’s nest. In the nest, a young eagle was missing its sibling. Just days before, an eaglet fell from the nest onto a lower branch of the tree. That’s when the Cascades Raptor Center heard from community members that the bird

EUGENE, Ore. — Drivers and pedestrians along Highway 99 in Eugene will see an increased police presence June 25 as officers from multiple agencies conduct a targeted safety enforcement effort along the corridor. The Eugene Police Department (EPD) is planning a multi-jurisdictional team enforcement on June 25 to address

A recent black bear sighting near Spencer Butte has wildlife officials encouraging Lane County residents to take a few simple steps that can help prevent future conflicts between people and bears. For many Oregonians, seeing a black bear is a reminder of what makes our state so special. From the forests surrounding Eug

During the Eugene City Council’s public meeting Monday night, residents packed in Eugene City Hall to demand the resignation of Eugene Police Chief Chris Skinner. All council members and Mayor Kaarin Knudson were present during the meeting. The Eugene branch of the Party for Socialism and Liberation posted on...

EUGENE, Ore. — Concert tickets for the 2026 Lane County Fair’s Toyota Main Stage series are on sale with organizers urging fans to buy early as viewing options will be more limited this year. The Lane County Fair runs July 22-26, 2026. Fair officials say the concert series...