Dozens of new Oregon laws are set to go into effect this week. Here’s a closer look.

The J.H. Baxter plant is my neighbor. After two family deaths, I worry about my own health. | Letter to the editor

I live on Baxter Street, directly across from the former J.H. Baxter & Co. plant on Roosevelt Boulevard. The property is one of two that did not get cleaned up before state funding ran out. Last week, I hung a sign on the bicycle path telling people to NOT eat the beautiful cherries hanging over […]

Eugene police to start tracking e-bike complaints

As e-bikes and electric scooters have become more common in Eugene, so have complaints about unsafe use, as have concerns around electric motorcycles and mopeds, referred to as e-motos, which are not allowed in bike lanes and on shared paths. Police plan to do more enforcement. 

Neighbors saw a need and filled it — with strawberries

Part of the joy of fresh berries is that they deteriorate quickly, so eating as many as you want is a virtuous and guilt-free indulgence.

RiverBend’s fines top $500,000 for breaking Oregon's nurse staffing law

PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend has accrued more than $500,000 in proposed fines after the Oregon Health Authority cited violations of state law on nurse staffing. The hospital is contesting many of the penalties as nurses continue to raise concerns about staffing levels and patient care.

Jennifer Smith's election to Eugene City Council showed the power of workers over corporate influence | Letter to the editor

Jennifer Smith’s declared victory in her Eugene City Council race sent a clear and important message. Ward 3 voters overwhelmingly rejected the local business establishment’s efforts to dominate city government. Residents of Ward 3 recognized that Smith represents our ward’s enlightened values and progressive policy goals. Voters were not fooled by the Chamber of Commerce’s […]