 | Crash victims' family, local businesses plan memorial at W 11th and Bertelsen intersection
Four years after a deadly car crash killed four people in west Eugene, family members of the victims and local businesses are coming together with a new plan to build a permanent memorial for everyone who’s lost their lives at the intersection.  Video
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 | Old Café Zenon reopens as Lebanese-influenced 'Dalia on Broadway'
One of downtown Eugene's longest standing restaurants closed about a month ago and now the owner of Café Zenon is back with a fresh look and plan to help revive the city core.
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 | Job seekers beware: new twist on old check cashing scam
A word of caution if you’re looking for work online as a new twist on an old check scam almost took a Springfield job seeker for a couple thousand dollars.
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 | Springfield Police Chief reflects on career and future as retirement draws near
Springfield Police Chief Jerry Smith is looking back at his career as this week marks the last he’ll be working as the city’s top cop. Video
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 | Junction City food pantry's new location to bring more help for local community
A Junction City food pantry is relocating and it’s a move the nonprofit says will allow it to serve more residents in need. Video
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 | Eugene-area pioneer cemetery deals with third round of vandalism
Volunteers with a Santa Clara-area pioneer cemetery are once again cleaning up the historic resting grounds following another round of vandalism. Video
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 | Creswell appoints temporary city manager, seeks new councillors
The City of Creswell has appointed a new temporary city administrator and is now looking for two new city councillors following a series of surprise resignations. Video
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 | Springfield and Eugene Police search for possible pizza restaurant robber
Springfield and Eugene Police are investigating two pizza shop robberies in the area that may be connected. Video
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 | Downtown Eugene welcomes new cupcake shop and other eateries
A trend of new growth is continuing in downtown Eugene as the area gets ready to welcome several new businesses over the next few months while one has already opened its doors for dessert. Video
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 | OSU to host Pac-12 Women's Gymnastics Championship tournament
Balance beam, high bars, vault, floor routine and more will put thousands of people in Oregon State University’s Gill Coliseum this weekend as Corvallis plays host to the Pac-12 Women's Gymnastics Team Championships.
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 | Oregon basketball fans watch NCAA tourney game one victory from miles away
Thousands basketball fans spent a good chunk of their day tracking the Oregon Ducks’ progress from miles away, many taking time off in the middle of the work day to cheer for the team. Video
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 | Lane County health provider creates new incentive program to help mothers quit smoking
Between 35 and 40 percent of pregnant women on the Oregon Health Plan in Lane County are smokers and now a local health organization has a new plan to get those mothers-to-be to stop using tobacco.
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 | Lane County weighs in on possible county cigarette and tobacco tax
Public health officials and county commissioners are weighing in on a new proposal in front of the Oregon Legislature to let counties add another tax on tobacco. Video
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 | Oregon county health rankings released: Lane County ranked 17, Benton, 2
An annual look at the health of Oregon's counties shows western Oregon’s rankings are among the best and worst.
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 | Eugene businessman proposes apartments, movie theater, grocery store and more at 6th & Oak
A bold new proposal from Eugene's former mayor for a $67 million public-private partnership could add more apartments, hotel rooms, shopping and entertainment in a two block stretch of mostly Lane County-owned property in downtown Eugene. Video
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 | Springfield a finalist in $5 million Mayors Challenge contest
The City of Springfield is competing on a national stage with an idea to revolutionize health care through a mobile nurse system that could save the community millions in wasted medical costs and could get off the ground with a prize of millions. Video
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 | Ticket scalpers look to profit off not-for-profit Eugene Dalai Lama event
A Lane County couple is sharing its frustration over what some people are doing with tickets to an upcoming Dalai Lama lecture in Eugene, reselling the tickets through online scalping websites in order to make big bucks off of the not-for-profit event. Video
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 | Track and field stars help train Eugene's future athletes at Hayward
Training for Eugene’s future track and field professionals with today’s stars on Saturday as kids took part in a youth clinic at the University of Oregon. Video
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 | Death row inmate's 'right to die' case goes to Oregon Supreme Court
Opening arguments in a landmark death penalty case heard in front of Oregon Supreme Court on Thursday, as convicted killer Gary Haugen fights to be put to death while Governor John Kitzhaber is trying to prevent his execution. Video
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 | Junction City looks toward major school building improvements
The Junction City School District may ask voters for help this November to fix aging school buildings that are dangerous, draining money and need to be fixed. Video
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 | 13th & Olive student apartments receive hundreds of applications
Construction has just begun on the new Capstone Collegiate Communities student housing project in downtown Eugene and while the building isn't even close to being finished, the part that will be ready by fall is already almost full. Video
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 | Lane Community College to hold Downtown Center open house
Lane Community College's new Downtown Center is open for class and it's getting ready to show off some of its pioneering “green” features to the entire region in an upcoming open house. Video
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 | Eugene 4J expecting $10 million in cuts for 2013-14 school year
The Eugene 4J School District is talking about the start of another difficult budget cycle as the district is now expecting another $10 million dollars in cuts for the next school year. Video
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 | Eugene parents, kids and teachers protest against Head Start cuts
A protest was held in Eugene Friday hoping to convince Federal lawmakers to stop major budget cuts for one of the country’s largest early childhood education and daycare programs.
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 | Former Eugene city councilors form PAC to fight proposed city service fee
Two former Eugene City Councilors are stepping up in opposition to a proposed city service fee that Eugene voters will decide on in May. Video
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 | Downtown Eugene planners say five projects are finally linking entire city core
On the heels of a major development proposal in downtown Eugene, city planners are highlighting more redevelopment successes currently underway. Video
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 | Western Oregon pollen counts already climbing
Just a few weeks until the official start of the spring allergy season and allergists say they’re already seeing patients who are feeling the effects of pollen.
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 | New Oregon coast safety marker honors lives of two Eugene high school students
Remembering the lives of two Eugene high school students while hoping to prevent another tragedy, a new one-of-a-kind safety marker will be dedicated on the Oregon Coast this weekend. Video
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 | Hundreds dedicate new coastal safety marker honoring lives of two Eugene teenagers
More than two years after two South Eugene High School students drowned in the Pacific Ocean, friends and family members helped dedicate a project on Saturday aimed at making the coastline safer. Video
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 | Eugene-Springfield non-profit and business leaders build bonds with local law enforcement
With tight budgets and big changes in local government spending, an effort was made in Springfield Wednesday to connect local business and non-profit leaders with Lane County's various law enforcement agencies. Video
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 | Lane Commissioners vote 4-1 to put jail & juvenile detention levy on May ballot
After months of studies, debate, public hearings and discussion, Lane County Commissioners finally made their move Tuesday approving a plan to put a 55 cent public safety property tax levy on the May ballot. Video
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 | Eugene-Springfield Army veteran remembered in memorial service
Hundreds of people gathered in Springfield on Saturday to pay their respects to a local army veteran who came back from the Middle East as a war hero, but ultimately suffered from PTSD that changed his life and contributed to his death. Video
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 | 28th Oregon Asian Celebration kicks off in Eugene
Thousands are celebrating the Year of the Snake in Eugene this weekend with the 28th Annual Oregon Asian Celebration.
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 | Springfield Police arrest three at nuisance home with large trash pile
Springfield Police are hoping multiple arrests in Springfield’s Mohawk neighborhood will help clear up a nuisance problem at a duplex. Video
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 | SPECIAL REPORT - Arena revenue reality: Matthew Knight Arena's financial future
One of the most recognizable buildings in Oregon and the most expensive in U.S. college athletics, the Matthew Knight Arena has been open for a little more than two years now. As the arena grows older, one question lingers on the minds of many: is the arena hitting its financial goals? Video
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 | Café Zenon to close, revamp and reopen as new Lebanese restaurant
An iconic restaurant in downtown Eugene, Café Zenon will soon be gone. However, its owner already has plans to refresh and reopen the eatery with a brand new taste and vibe. Video
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 | Sutherlin Police practice school shooting emergency response
Training to stop a threat and keep children safe, officers with the Sutherlin Police Department spent Saturday inside a school teaching officers how to respond to an “active shooter” scenario. Video
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 | The Rok nightclub to forfeit liquor license, sell business |
 | OLCC proposes cancellation of downtown Eugene bar's liquor license |
 | Owner of The Rok nightclub responds to OLCC report & safety allegations
The owner of The Rok nightclub is sharing his side of the story why he’s decided to forfeit the club’s liquor license following a fifteen month Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) investigation into alcohol-related issues at the club. Video
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 | Eugene city council forwards city service fee to May ballot
Eugene voters will face another financial decision in May as Eugene City Council finalized plans Wednesday to put a proposed “city service” fee on the ballot. Video
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 | 71 days later: Drew Wattier returns to Eugene
71 days after a Lane County Sheriff’s Deputy and his wife were hit and nearly killed while on vacation in Mexico, Drew Wattier has finally returned home to Eugene. Video
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 | New volleyball tournament brings thousands to Springfield-Eugene
An economic boost for Eugene-Springfield this weekend as the region welcomes thousands of kids, teens and parents for a volleyball first in the region.
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 | Do the UO's exclusive fashion perks help rope in recruits?
The University of Oregon’s strong relationship with Nike has been well documented, leading to unique uniforms and national exposure.
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 | Lane Commissioners evaluate draft levy proposal for jail & juvenile detention
Lane County Commissioners will get another round of public comment before a possible vote on the proposed 55 cent property tax levy for the county jail and juvenile detention facility. Video
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 | Volunteers dismantle Eugene's Federal courthouse garden
Several volunteers spent Saturday bidding farewell to their beloved community garden near the Federal courthouse in downtown Eugene while making sure that new construction starting soon won't completely destroy the project's legacy. Video
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 | Eugene Police arrest and cite 31 at disorderly campus-area party
More than thirty people are facing charges including prohibited noise, interfering with police, resisting arrest and minor in possession after officers responded to a disorderly party in the university area late Friday night.
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 | UPDATE: Victim identified, suspect arrested in Cottage Grove stabbing
One man is dead and another man is in custody following a stabbing at a Cottage Grove mobile home park late Friday night. Video
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 | EPD Chief and Kilcullen family testify for new laws surrounding criminally accused mentally ill patients
A plea from the Eugene Police Department was heard on the floor of the Oregon Senate Tuesday. Video
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 | Eugene sportswear company speaks on heated jacket lawsuit against Columbia Sportswear
Eugene-based sportswear company Innovative Sports is speaking out for the first time since filing a lawsuit against the Columbia Sportswear Company, claiming Columbia stole its heated clothing technology. Video
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