Oregon State

Eugene, OR

Members of SEIU 503, Oregon's Public Services and Care Provider Union, took to the streets on Saturday, Mar. 25, to protest for livable wages and better benefits. Homecare and Personal Support Workers across the state are participating in a "Hometown Actions" protest as members bargain for a new and improved two-year contract.

Homecare and personal support workers rally for better pay, hours, and respect

Corvallis, OR

CORVALLIS, Ore. — Continuing her One Oregon Listening Tour, Gov. Tina Kotek (D-Ore.) was in Corvallis on Thursday visiting the Hewlett Packard facility. She is supporting SB4, a bill making its way through the state senate right now. SB4 focuses on pushing for funds from the federal CHIPS Act to come to Oregon to support the semiconductor industry, which is a major source of jobs and GDP in the state.

Governor Kotek visits Benton County on One Oregon Tour

Sutherlin, OR

SUTHERLIN, Ore. — UPDATE: ODOT reports that the northbound lanes of I-5 have reopened. The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) reports that the northbound lanes of I-5 are closed at milepost 135, just south of Sutherlin. According to TripCheck, a major accident occurred, ODOT crews are currently working to...

UPDATE | Northbound lanes on I-5 south of Sutherlin reopen

EUGENE, Ore. — Early Saturday morning, Eugene Police officers responded to a medical emergency, aiding a man who had stopped breathing. EPD says at 1:49 a.m., a person called 911 to report that a family member was unresponsive and had stopped breathing, that call aired of the radio and was heard by nearby Eugene Police units.

Eugene Police come to aid of person with life-threatening medical issue

EUGENE, Ore. — The Valley River Center and Junior League of Eugene have teamed up for a Women's Toiletry Drive. The event was aimed at helping the 15th Night, a local organization committed to helping homeless youth in Eugene. The drive included music, themed gift baskets and free samples...

Junior League of Eugene holds Women's Toiletry Drive

EUGENE, Ore. — The Eugene Police Street Crimes Unit (SCU), SWAT, Drone Team, and Investigations Division arrested two suspects and seized nearly 10,000 fentanyl pills on Thursday, March 23, 2023, while serving a multi-layer search warrant. According to EPD, the suspects, identified as Robert Anthony Moore, (35) and Jessica...

Police seize nearly 10,000 fentanyl pills while busting suspects in local DTO

EUGENE, Ore. — The Native American Student Association at Lane Community College is hosting the annual Lane Powwow on Saturday, April 1, 2023. Attendees will have the opportunity to witness and participate, immersing themselves in the rich traditions and culture of Native American peoples. Showcasing Native American drum groups and dancers from across Oregon as they perform various dance styles.

Native American Student Association to host annual Powwow on April 1st

SUTHERLIN, Ore. — The inaugural Sutherlin Throwdown will be held on Saturday, July 15 through Sunday the 16th in Sutherlin Central Park, organizers said in a news release. This event will feature a BBQ competition sanctioned by the Pacific Northwest BBQ Association with up to 40 teams competing for $10,000 in prize money.

First annual Sutherlin Throwdown set for July 15-16

EUGENE, Ore. — The Jell-O Art Show is returning to Eugene's Maude Kerns Art Center on Saturday, March 25. People are encouraged to bring their own Jell-O creations to display from 3:30 to 4:30. There will be a $3 display fee. The event is being held from 5:00 -...

Jell-O Art Show returns to Eugene's Maude Kerns Art Center

EUGENE, Ore. — According to a release from Bushnell University, students got the unique experience to help promote a new movie. Freedom’s Path, written, directed, and produced by Brett Smith, tells the story of a freed slave and a soldier overcoming differences and becoming close like brothers. Set during the time of the Civil War Brett hopes to highlight parts of the War usually not shown in other films set during the time period.

Bushnell University students help promote award-winning film

Seattle, WA

EUGENE, Ore. — It was raining 3's in Matthew Knight Arena Friday night, as the Oregon Women's Basketball Team breezed by San Diego by 20 points to seal their spot in the Great 8 of the WNIT Tournament. But unlike their other matchups during the tournament, the Ducks did...

Ducks Set to Face Washington for Fourth Time

EUGENE, Ore. — Ahlise Hurst hit six of Oregon's 14 three-pointers and led four Ducks who scored in double figures as the UO women's basketball team advanced to the WNIT quarterfinals with a third-round victory Thursday over San Diego, 81-61, before 3,009 fans in Matthew Knight Arena. Hurst scored...

Women's Basketball: Ducks' bench has breakout night in WNIT win

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Commissioners vote to place public safety levy renewal on May ballot

LANE COUNTY, Ore. — In the May election, Lane County voters will be choosing whether to renew the...

Commissioners vote to place public safety levy renewal on May ballot

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