Harrisburg Murder Arrest
A Harrisburg man is facing murder charges after investigators say he intentionally hit a pedestrian with his vehicle, causing his death.
New speed limit in Eugene aims to reduce North River Road crashes
EUGENE, Ore. - Lane County residents should prepare for a change in traffic conditions this week. Crews from the City of Eugene and Lane County are installing new speed limit signs on North River Road. The updated speed limit will be 35 miles per hour through the north end of...
Pet of the Week: Shadoozy
EUGENE, Ore. – Our Pet of the Week, Shadoozy, is a two-year-old mixed breed pup who is not only playful but also a very loving and sweet boy!. Greenhill Humane Society staff say that this 56-pound fellow, who arrived at the shelter as a stray, loves to play with sticks, catch tennis balls, and go for long walks....
DUII Hit-and-Run Crash
A man faces charges for an alleged hit-and-run crash on Christmas morning in the area of Dillard Road and Garnett Street.
Egan Warming Centers Activated
Egan Warming Centers were activated on Monday night and were on standby for Tuesday evening in light of frigid overnight temperatures.
Eugene firefighters battle Santa Clara blaze; no injuries reported
EUGENE, Ore. - A house fire at a home in the 500 block of Delay Drive saw swift action from fire crews Monday night as they responded to reports of a blaze originating in the chimney area, according to Eugene Springfield Fire officials. The fire, reported around 9:15 p.m. on...
Patrols watching for drunk drivers; police say you should, too
EUGENE, Ore. — Drunk driving is a problem all year long, but New Year's Eve is one of those times of the year when police say it becomes a bigger issue. The Eugene Police Department plans to have patrols out in full force on Wednesday to look for signs of drunk driving.
Former ‘Home Improvement’ Actor Admits to Violating Probation
Former ‘Home Improvement’ actor Zachery Ty Bryan admitted to violating his probation on Monday morning stemming from his second Lane County domestic violation conviction in 2023.
Firefighters battle massive Sweet Home blaze; 45,000 gallons of water needed to extinguish
SWEET HOME, Ore. - Firefighters worked tirelessly to battle a structure fire that erupted early Saturday morning, consuming a residential home, three cars, and a tractor, according to the Sweet Home Fire District. Fire district officials said the blaze, which began on Old Hufford Road, was first spotted by a...
What to expect for housing prices in the Eugene area in 2026
If you weren’t able to afford a house in the Eugene area in 2025, you most likely won’t be able to in 2026, either. But if you were already eyeing such a purchase, there are factors, including mortgage rates, that suggest 2026 may be a better year to buy. Eugene-area housing prices are projected to increase slightly...
