 | Jasper Mountain SAFE Center starts work on expansion
The new building will be used for the Jasper Mountain School, serving children in the community who have a history of abuse or show signs of serious emotional disturbance. Video
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 | Bank robbery suspect collared in Springfield
Springfield police say they've arrested a man for robbing the Key Bank branch at 725 A Street in Springfield.
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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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 | Springfield City Council to vote on Glenwood annexation
The Springfield City Council will vote in a meeting Monday night whether 2.1 miles of Franklin Boulevard in Glenwood will soon become part of Springfield through annexation. Video
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 | Springfield approves Glenwood annexation
The City of Springfield’s boundary lines have been redrawn with the annexation of a two-mile stretch of Franklin Boulevard in the Glenwood area. 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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 | Local teacher auditions for American Ninja Warrior
A teacher at Thurston MIddle School has just submitted his audition video for the 'Toughest Challenge on Earth', fulfilling a promise to his students. 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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 | Springfield man charged with giving alcohol to minors
A Springfield man is facing multiple charges after being accused of giving alcohol to a group of teenagers.
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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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 | 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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 | 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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 | Vandal opens six Springfield fire hydrants
Springfield Police are looking for witnesses. The hydrants hit were all in the same area, around 16th Street, between B and I Streets.
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 | Catholic Community Services increases Christmas Day help
Catholic Community Services provides a helping hand this Christmas for dozens in Eugene-Springfield, stepping up in a new way this holiday. Video
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 | Oregon House candidates Lively and Pishioneri discuss differences
A face-off was held in Springfield on Thursday between the two candidates vying to represent Springfield in Oregon’s House of Representatives. Video
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 | Lane County to re-poll voters on possible public safety money measure
Lane County Commissioners are moving forward with another public poll to find out if there's enough support to pass a public safety money measure following recent election and jail changes. Video
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 | FBI arrests Springfield attempted murder suspect in California
A man wanted for attempted murder in a 2011 Lane County shooting has been taken into custody in California by the FBI.
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 | Springfield celebrates 60th annual Christmas Parade
Ringing in the local holiday season, the highlight in Springfield Saturday afternoon is the 60th annual Springfield Christmas Parade. Video
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 | Springfield’s mayor lays out 2013 goals
In her State of the City address Wednesday evening, Mayor Christine Lundberg said the city had several accomplishments in 2012, but this year - as is the case with most cities -Springfield faces more challenges. Video
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 | Springfield looks toward annexing Glenwood's Franklin Boulevard
The City of Springfield is looking to expand its city limits to incorporate more of Glenwood in the next few months. Video
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 | Eugene celebrates 150th birthday with history, tie-dye and cake
A big celebration for the City of Eugene’s 150th birthday was held Saturday with a dedication, procession, concert and cake! Video
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 | Should teachers have guns? Parents debate, Springfield Schools share current policy
As dialogue heats up about the idea of teachers carrying guns to protect their school classrooms, Springfield Public Schools is now sounding off about how it currently operates. Video
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 | Toys for Tots distributes holiday cheer for 2012 season
Thousands of toy donations are helping give hundreds of Lane County families a hand up this weekend through the Toys for Tots toy giveaway. Video
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 | Springfield and Eugene markets see chunk of holiday sales rush
On one of the busiest shopping days of the year, local markets say they've fared well in the holiday spending rush.
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 | Springfield Police Chief shares thoughts on future of school safety
While school safety is on the minds of many parents and teachers after last week's shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, the issue of whether or not teachers should be armed has also risen and now Springfield Police Chief Jerry Smith is sharing his thoughts on the idea. Video
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 | Springfield and Eugene roll out new public safety data systems, big cost savings
A major data software overhaul for Springfield and Eugene's police, fire and court systems may help the agencies get a lot more work done without adding staff. Video
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 | Springfield Police rolls out new Caprice patrol cars
The next generation of Springfield Police cars is now on patrol. Video
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 | Race for the Cure prepares for third big year in Eugene
It was a day of heavy lifting at Autzen Stadium and packet plucking in Springfield as volunteers and participants gear up for the Race for the Cure on Sunday. Video
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 | Business advocates push development as way to help Lane County fund the jail
The Lane County Sheriff's Office says county jail inmates are being released because there's not enough money to run the jail. So what are the financial solutions? Many are saying the county should do more to grow new business. Video
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 | Springfield Police opens house to hundreds
Making an effort to connect with Springfield residents, Springfield Police Department hosted a big block party on Saturday. Video
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 | Fresh, organic produce for sale en masse at Springfield Youth Farm Stand
If you're set to go grocery shopping this Saturday and looking for some fresh produce, you may want to stop in Springfield tomorrow for one of Lane County’s biggest produce sales of the year.
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 | Springfield police search for attempted abduction suspect
Springfield police are looking for a man accused of trying to kidnap a seven year old girl. Video
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 | Man dies in Springfield crash
A Springfield man is dead after his car crashed Saturday afternoon.
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 | Man turns himself in after Springfield credit union robbery
A Creswell man is facing a robbery charge after robbing a Springfield bank, then turning himself in to police. Video
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 | Volunteers remove trash along 187 miles of Willamette River
Hundreds of volunteers up and down the Willamette Valley spent Saturday getting their hands wet and dirty, pulling hundreds of pounds of garbage from both the water and the banks of the Willamette River. Video
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 | Springfield firefighters teach life-saving skills
In the midst of National Fire Prevention Week, fire crews across the state are reaching out to children, families and adults to learn valuable skills that could save lives. Video
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 | Relief Nursery finally breaks ground on Springfield center
A longtime dream for local non-profit the Relief Nursery is about to come true, as project backers broke ground today on the organization's new building in Springfield that will help keep local children safe from abuse and neglect. Video
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 | Eugene-Springfield restaurants & hotels see effect from Ducks night games
The Oregon Ducks are set for another night-side home game this weekend against the Washington Huskies, the third of five home games this season to start at night. The constant late starts are not only affecting fans, but also local business. Video
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 | Eugene-Springfield Relay for Life breaks records & brings mascot pandemonium
Thousands of people took part and more than one hundred costumed characters helped the cause. Video
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 | Sustainability and green living leaders show off projects in Green Neighbors Tour
Inspiring Eugene and Springfield residents to go green on any kind of budget, a special summer bike tour series has returned, giving anyone an inside look at what some local residents are doing to lead the way in sustainability. Video
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 | Springfield Mexican restaurant finally reopens after March '12 snowstorm
It's been nearly four months since the giant, surprise spring snow storm hit Western Oregon and while it may be hard to believe, some folks have just finished cleaning up the mess that the storm left including one beloved Mexican restaurant in Springfield that has now just reopened. Video
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 | Eugene company hopes new nickname Silicon Shire showcases region's high-tech sector
A Eugene company has instituted a new nickname in an effort to showcase Eugene-Springfield's strong and growing high-tech presence. Video
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 | Springfield Police seek witnesses in parking lot shooting
Springfield Police are searching for two men after another man was shot in the leg early Saturday morning. Video
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 | Springfield VFW post barbeques chicken to help veterans
A big barbeque will take place in Springfield this Labor Day weekend with hopes of filling stomachs and raising a ton of cash for local veterans.
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 | TrackTown 12 clothing, merchandise & memorabilia for sale
The TrackTown 12 Olympic Trials are over and packed up at Hayward Field, but organizers are still cleaning up and now in the process of off loading some unique event gear for cheap. Video
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 | Habitat for Humanity Springfield-Eugene seeks new future homeowners
The local Springfield-Eugene chapter of Habitat for Humanity is looking for its next new homeowners.
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 | Clearing up animal services confusion in Eugene, Springfield and Lane County
It has been one month since the Eugene-based Greenhill Humane Society animal shelter took over Lane County Animal Services and as the changes are settling, the City of Eugene is now trying to help clear up confusion over who to call for animal services.
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 | Investigators say Springfield auto shop fire caused by welding near combustibles
A Springfield auto body shop remains boarded up Tuesday evening, one day after a fire that caused thousands of dollars in damage, which was likely caused by shop employees. Video
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 | Fisherman's body recovered from boat on Willamette River after medical emergency
A recovery effort was made on the Willamette River Saturday after a medical emergency took the life of a fisherman. Video
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