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Midway Through The Oregon ‘Freeze:’ COVID Q&A
n recent weeks, the daily positive tests for COVID-19 around the country have run between 150,000 and 170,000–approximately the population of the City of Eugene getting sick every day.
It has resulted in high hospitalization numbers and additional shutdown measures in many states. Those include the “freeze” in effect in Oregon starting November 18th.
Dr. Jim Shames is the Medical Director at Jackson County Health and Human Services. He visits once a week to catch us up on COVID-19 issues and current concerns.
Oregon Sen. Wyden criticizes Trump spending priorities, says Americans are struggling while billions are spent on ballroom and war costs
Oregon – U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden is criticizing President Donald Trump’s spending priorities, arguing that Americans struggling with everyday expenses...
Mobile home destroyed in fire at Eugene Mobile Village, occupant escapes safely in Springfield area blaze
Eugene, OR – A mobile home was destroyed in a fire at Eugene Mobile Village on June 15, according to...
Eugene Police to increase Hwy 99 enforcement targeting speeding, distracted driving, and pedestrian safety violations on June 25
Eugene, OR – Eugene Police Department officers will conduct a coordinated enforcement operation along Highway 99 on June 25, focusing...
19-year-old man arrested for DUII, reckless driving, and unlawful firearm possession after found passed out in running vehicle in Eugene
Eugene, OR – A 19-year-old man was arrested in Eugene early June 15 after police say he was found passed...
Gov. Kotek reacts after President Trump says, “I love the inflation,” calls him a derogatory name, and says “Oregonians certainly don’t”
Oregon – Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek responded sharply after President Donald Trump drew attention for comments about inflation during remarks...
Oregon Senator Merkley criticizes Republican ICE funding bill, says it does “absolutely nothing for you and your family”
Oregon – Sen. Jeff Merkley sharply criticized a Republican-backed immigration enforcement funding package following its approval in Congress, arguing that...
Oregon Gov. Kotek responds to concerns over voter rolls, says President Trump is threatening states that won’t hand them over
Oregon – Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek defended the state’s long-standing vote-by-mail system after a New York Times report highlighted growing...
Fire crews complete lengthy extrication after vehicle crashes down hillside in South Eugene
Eugene, OR – Eugene Springfield Fire crews responded to an unusual single-vehicle crash in South Eugene on Thursday afternoon after...
Eugene Springfield Fire responds to brush fire near downtown Springfield, building saved from major damage
Eugene, OR – Eugene Springfield Fire crews responded to a brush fire near downtown Springfield on Friday evening after a...
Eugene Police seek help identifying suspect and potential victim in library menacing incident
Eugene, OR – The Eugene Police Department is asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect and a potential...
Eugene Police issue traffic advisory ahead of UO Commencement expected to draw 30,000 people
Eugene, OR – The Eugene Police Department has issued a traffic advisory ahead of the University of Oregon Commencement on...
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Oregon1 week agoOregon Sen. Ron Wyden reacts to upcoming congressional vote, vows to “fight like Hell” against renewing Section 702 of FISA without major reforms
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Oregon1 week agoGov. Tina Kotek reflects on court victory earlier this year, says Trump had “no justification” to deploy National Guard troops in Oregon
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Eugene7 days ago
Eugene Police seek help identifying suspect and potential victim in library menacing incident
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Oregon6 days ago
Gov. Kotek reacts after President Trump says, “I love the inflation,” calls him a derogatory name, and says “Oregonians certainly don’t”
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Eugene7 days ago
Fire crews complete lengthy extrication after vehicle crashes down hillside in South Eugene
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Oregon3 days ago
Oregon Sen. Wyden criticizes Trump spending priorities, says Americans are struggling while billions are spent on ballroom and war costs
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Eugene7 days ago
Eugene Police issue traffic advisory ahead of UO Commencement expected to draw 30,000 people
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Eugene7 days ago
Eugene Springfield Fire responds to brush fire near downtown Springfield, building saved from major damage