Crime & Safety
Community Safety Payroll Tax funds Eugene Police Department’s Street Crimes Unit to address high-impact criminal activity
Eugene, OR – According to the police officials, Eugene Police Department’s Street Crimes Unit plays a vital role in maintaining safety within the community, with support from the Community Safety Payroll Tax.
This specialized team focuses on tackling recurring criminal activity and high-impact crimes that threaten neighborhood safety.
Their efforts range from combating illegal drug distribution to apprehending prolific offenders who pose a significant risk to public safety.
The Street Crimes Unit works proactively to safeguard residents and improve the overall quality of life throughout Eugene.
Their contributions are part of the city’s ongoing commitment to crime prevention and ensuring that neighborhoods remain safe and secure.
Through its strategic initiatives, the unit is integral to Eugene’s broader mission of fostering a secure environment for all its citizens.
Gov. Kotek calls out Trump administration over “unworkable” federal rollout, says “eligible people could lose health care due to paperwork problems and system failures”
Oregon – Governor Tina Kotek is leading a coalition of governors from multiple states, including Michigan, Washington, New York, Maine,...
Gov. Kotek accuses ICE of repeatedly engaging in “illegitimate activities” and spreading fear after directing Oregon DMV to stop issuing undercover license plates
Oregon – Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has directed the Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicles Service (DMV) to stop issuing undercover...
Skinner Butte summit road and parking lot to remain closed until October due to wildfire concerns
Eugene, OR – The City of Eugene has announced the temporary closure of the Skinner Butte parking lot and summit...
Firefighters stop electrical fire from spreading at Taco Bell on Chad Drive, no injuries reported
Eugene, OR – Firefighters quickly contained an early morning electrical fire at a Taco Bell restaurant on Chad Drive in...
Eugene Police Department welcomes newly sworn-in officers, praises commitment to serving the community
Eugene, OR – The Eugene Police Department is celebrating the addition of its newest officers after a recent swearing-in ceremony...
Motorcyclist hospitalized after crashing into guardrail near Beltline Highway and Delta Highway ramp, speed believed to be factor
Eugene, OR – A motorcyclist was hospitalized after crashing into a guardrail near the Beltline Highway and Delta Highway interchange...
Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden claims Trump move creates “$1.7B slush fund for right-wing political violence” and warns of “historic taxpayer theft”
Oregon – U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden of Oregon has sharply criticized former President Donald Trump following reports that the administration...
“Pepper spraying a senator and everyday Americans at a peaceful protest”, Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden demands accountability for “Trump’s ICE” after claims of protest chaos and mistreatment
Oregon – U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden has sharply criticized Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following reports of unrest and protests...
Oregon Senate race heats up as GOP candidate calls out Democrats’ “blame game on the President” and says it has been their “over regulating, tax and spend policies” over decades of control
Oregon – The Republican Party in Oregon has selected state Sen. David Brock Smith as its nominee for the 2026...
ESF crews respond to single-vehicle crash on I-105 that leaves one dead and one seriously injured after vehicle strikes tree, officials say
Eugene, OR – Eugene Springfield Fire and the Eugene Police Department responded to a serious single-vehicle crash Friday morning on...
Single-vehicle fatal crash on I-105 under investigation after rollover collision, Eugene Police say
Eugene, OR – The Eugene Police Department is investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred Friday morning on Interstate 105....
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Oregon1 week ago
“Pepper spraying a senator and everyday Americans at a peaceful protest”, Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden demands accountability for “Trump’s ICE” after claims of protest chaos and mistreatment
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Oregon1 week ago
Oregon Senate race heats up as GOP candidate calls out Democrats’ “blame game on the President” and says it has been their “over regulating, tax and spend policies” over decades of control
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Oregon1 week ago
Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden claims Trump move creates “$1.7B slush fund for right-wing political violence” and warns of “historic taxpayer theft”
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Eugene1 week ago
ESF crews respond to single-vehicle crash on I-105 that leaves one dead and one seriously injured after vehicle strikes tree, officials say
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Eugene1 week agoEugene Police arrest wrong-way driver on DUII charge after early morning traffic stop
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Eugene1 week ago
Single-vehicle fatal crash on I-105 under investigation after rollover collision, Eugene Police say
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Eugene1 day ago
Skinner Butte summit road and parking lot to remain closed until October due to wildfire concerns
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Oregon1 day ago
Gov. Kotek calls out Trump administration over “unworkable” federal rollout, says “eligible people could lose health care due to paperwork problems and system failures”