Stabbing Victim Dies in Hospital
A 38-year-old Eugene man was arrested in connection the stabbing of another man who later died of his injuries in the hospital.
Pet of the Week: Lorek
EUGENE, Ore. — Meet our fluffy Pet of the Week, Lorek!. For more information on Lorek, and all of the other adoptable pets at Greenhill, visit green-hill.org.
Eugene woman sentenced to nearly three years in prison for arson after brief relationship...
EUGENE, Ore. - A woman from Eugene has been sentenced for setting a man's home on fire after a brief romantic relationship. Leticia Crystal Blue Ocean Datu-Strong pleaded guilty to first-degree arson and received a 34-month prison sentence. Datu-Strong, who was arrested in June, will receive credit for time served....
Downtown Eugene stabbing victim dies of injuries sustained in attack
EUGENE, Ore. -- A man who was stabbed in downtown Eugene earlier this month has died of his injuries, according to the Eugene Police Department. EPD officials said they responded at about 10 p.m. on Dec. 2 to a stabbing in the area of Oak Alley and East 10th Avenue. Callers reported an incident in which a man was...
Looking back at the Christmas Flood of 1964
In 1964, a deluge of torrential rain fell upon the Willamette Valley, inundating the region and causing streams and rivers to overflow their banks. Thousands of people were stranded and evacuated from their homes. Areas including Oakridge, Blue River and Dorena were cut off as the raging waters washed roads away. On...
To right Springfield budget, survey respondents favor new revenue over cuts
Results from Springfield’s Fiscal Stability Task Force summer survey show respondents favor exploring new revenue options and economic development over cost-cutting and legislative proposals (such as property tax reform). The survey asked questions about recommendations from the task force, which was convened by...
Lane County deputies arrest two for siphoning gas and outstanding warrants in Glenwood
GLENWOOD, Ore. — Lane County Sheriff's deputies arrested two people in Glenwood after investigating a report of people stealing gas from a business. The call came in around 1 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 18, while deputies were still working an unrelated incident south of Creswell. Deputies responded observed Kevin...
Creswell man faces charges after barricading in shed
CRESWELL, Ore. - Lane County sheriff’s deputies arrested a 32-year-old Creswell man on Wednesday who had barricaded himself inside a small shed, according to the Lane County Sheriff’s Office. LCSO officials said that deputies responded at 10:30 p.m. on Dec. 17 to a home on Davisson Road south...
Former Springfield employee pleads guilty to major theft charges
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. - Melisa Jaragosky, 41, admitted to 14 counts of aggravated identity theft and seven counts of first-degree aggravated theft. She will receive her sentence on March 10. Jaragosky faced charges in April for a total of 35 crimes. Harvey and Price specializes in fire sprinklers, HVAC systems, and...
Weather Alert Day: Rain and wind storm to hit region today
A significant rain and wind event is set to impact the region today, potentially causing disruptions. Chief Meteorologist John Mayer and weather forecaster Briana Chavez are offering insights into the major impacts expected from this weather system. Residents are urged to stay informed and take necessary precautions...

















