Springfield Police Department plans National Night Out event Tuesday

Live updates: Fire weather in Eugene-Springfield

The dry landscape and gusting winds are creating prime conditions for wildfire in Lane County.  A red flag warning is in effect for much of central Lane County —including Eugene, Springfield, and Cottage Grove — until 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 3. Meanwhile, smoke from wildfires east of the Cascade is drifting into the southern Willamette […]

Wildfire smoke expected to settle in Lane County 

A wind shift is expected to carry wildfire smoke into Lane County later Monday, Aug. 3, with air quality expected to reach unhealthy levels for people who are sensitive to it.

I've worked on Eugene's homelessness issues for decades. Monique DeSpain's views are all wrong. | Letter to the editor

Congressional candidate Monique DeSpain has a vision for ending homelessness. Unfortunately, it is based on a myth that addictions and mental illness are the primary causes of homelessness. They are not. Basing public policy on such a myth will help some individuals, but will do nothing to solve the larger issue. In their book, “Homelessness […]

Ten budget-friendly summer activities in Eugene, Springfield for kids, adults

From museums to farms, stave off the boredom and screen time with one of these local adventures.

The bonds between us can't be replicated — which is cause for gratitude and grief

I am learning to be grateful for each person’s unique contribution to my life.