Sister sues state over Lane County patient’s death in Oregon State Hospital
Kenneth Hass’ sister has filed a wrongful death lawsuit, alleging that Oregon State Hospital failed to prevent his death in a seclusion room and violated “constitutionally protected ‘fundamental rights.’”. The lawsuit, filed by Sierra Hass, on Monday, July 13, in U.S. District Court in Portland, comes...
Lane County health officials monitor cyclosporiasis outbreak affecting 31 states
LANE COUNTY, Ore. — Lane County Public Health is urging residents to take extra care when handling fresh produce as a cyclosporiasis outbreak spreads across much of the country. “Due to the fact that the current cyclosporiasis outbreak is effecting the majority of the US, (31 states) Lane County...
Springfield museum reopens after renovations, new exhibit debuts
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. - The Springfield History Museum reopened after months of renovations funded through grants and community donations. The museum's Kathy Jensen Gallery now has new flooring, updated exhibit cases and a more flexible layout for exhibits and community events. The reopening also introduces a new exhibit e
Eugene racing track issues e-bikes and motorized vehicle prohibition reminder
EUGENE, Ore. - Emerald Valley BMX in Eugene recently issued a reminder regarding the prohibition of motorized and electric vehicles at their racing track. The facility posted a warning on their Facebook page saying e-bikes, electric motorcycles, pit bikes, remote control vehicles and any other motorized vehicles are no
Hot Start to the Week
Today will be sunny and hot with highs in the low-90s and light winds out of the northwest, with Meteorologist Scott Elnes.
The rankings finally caught up with what Oregon already knew about Dakota Guerrant
Oregon Ducks commit Dakota Guerrant earned 5-star status in Rivals' latest recruiting rankings update.
Watch: The Oregon Country Fair Hosts an All-Star Celebration of Bob Weir
The 57th installment of the Oregon Country Fair closed out on Sunday in Veneta, OR. The climatic final performance was billed as the All-Star Celebration of Bob Weir. The core roster featured Steve Kimock and Dan Lebowitz on guitars, Pete Sears on bass, Jason Crosby on keys, Dave Ellis on sax and Kanika Moore on vocals
Eugene (OR) 3-Star DL Tripp Johansen Commits to Montana State
The Williamette High School three-star prospect chose the Bobcats over offers from Nevada, Navy, Army, Harvard, Yale, and others.
UPDATE: Coburg Road reopens after crash near Beltline
EUGENE, Ore. — UPDATE 7/13/26 11:34 AM. North and southbound lanes of Coburg Rd. have resumed normal traffic flow after an earlier crash, Monday morning. According to the Eugene Police Department (EPD), the crash involved two vehicles, one of which ended up on its side with four occupants inside; three children and one
Here’s what I spent on a day at the Oregon Country Fair
A first-timer at the Oregon Country Fair, I approached the fairgrounds near Veneta on Saturday, July 11 with a simple question: How much will this cost?. Beyond the colorful costumes and communal showers, the whimsical annual three-day festival has been a marketplace for artisans and vendors since its founding in 1969.
