Springfield Police Chase Ends with Arrest of Domestic Violence Suspect
A police pursuit in Springfield ended Thursday with the arrest of a man accused in a domestic violence incident, authorities said. According to the Springfield Police Department, officers were first called to a home on Lochaven Avenue on March 5 regarding a disorderly conduct report involving 60-year-old Kevin Wayne...
Lane Fire Authority responds to structure fire west of Eugene
VENETA, Ore. – Lane Fire Authority fire crews responded on Monday afternoon to a structure fire at a home in a rural area west of Eugene, according to LFA authorities. Fire officials said firefighters were dispatched at about 2 p.m. on March 9 to a structure fire in the 87000 block of Halderson Road. Responding...
The federal building protests: One broken window, zero answers
The Jan. 30 protest at the Eugene Federal Building didn’t just damage a window,but rather it exposed how quickly narratives form before evidence has the chance to surface. Statements and condemnations were swiftly issued, commentary circulated nationally and the public was left to sift through competing versions of...
Oregon’s newest fire district seeks funding for its first fire station
The Row River Valley is home to several rural, unincorporated communities east of Cottage Grove. Locals say the densely forested area is especially vulnerable to wildfire and other natural disasters. Two years ago, in an effort to bolster their chances of surviving a catastrophe, the communities banded together to...
Eugene rallies for International Women’s Day to inspire change
EUGENE, Ore. - Eugene marked the 115th International Women's Day with a rally that highlighted the strength and unity of women in the community. The event was part of the global Women's March "Brave Women" series, emphasizing the importance of women's advancement for societal progress. "I feel too often that...
Springfield Mobile Home Fire
Late Friday night, a mobile home fire believed to have started from an unattended lit candle left a home in ruins at Midway Manor.
Springfield man charged for allegedly stealing lottery tickets from employer
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. - A Springfield man is facing serious charges after allegedly stealing lottery tickets from the convenience store where he worked. Joshua Denney, 32, was charged with computer crime and second-degree theft on Monday. The charges stem from an incident around New Year's Eve. Denney allegedly stole a...
Springfield’s coffee lovers get new options at recently opened stands
In the mood for caffeine? You're in luck. Two new coffee stands have arrived in Springfield, offering a fresh option for your daily fix. South Valley Coffee opened near downtown Springfield in Off-Kilter Koffee's former location, and offers creative spins on espresso drinks and monthly specials. Register-Guard...
Oregon man strangled passenger, climbed on top of moving car operated by drunk driver,...
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Two men were arrested over the weekend after an incident involving drunk driving and strangulation, Eugene police said. Just before 11:30 p.m. on Saturday, authorities received a 911 call from 26-year-old Trevor Wilbanks, who said he was on top of a Toyota Camry going down Echo Hollow Road....
Disorderly Man on Top of Tree
Eugene police shut down streets in the Friendly neighborhood after receiving reports of a disorderly man with a knife in a tree that led to a shelter-in-place notice for area neighbors on Saturday.
