Eugene Police investigating Skinner Butte fire as arson

After teen shooter’s guilty plea, parents of 14-year-old victim condemn youth violence

The boy pleaded guilty in juvenile court to first-degree assault in connection with the shooting of Major Clemens. An attempted murder charge was dropped as part of plea negotiations.

The Jackalope, your bartender’s favorite bar, celebrates 20 years

Staff say the bar has built a loyal following by staying true to its no-frills roots.

Pedestrian hit by car and killed on Beltline in Eugene

A 33-year-old pedestrian was killed Saturday, Aug. 15, after being struck by a vehicle on Randy Papé Beltline near Delta Highway.

Support the push for less food waste in Oregon | Letter to the editor

A proposed Lane County recycling facility — which would increase recycling capacity in the county — recently had its permit denied, leaving recyclers in the area high and dry. However, Oregonians still have the opportunity to continue the fight for a circular economy across the state. New legislation would tackle more nefarious waste streams that […]

City installs ‘Welcome to Springfield’ sign on Gateway Street by ‘Flame’ sculpture

The new sign and landscaping around the “Flame” sculpture costs $76,000 and are being paid for with transient room taxes, which are fees added to hotel and vacation rental stays.