The Purpose of Journalism
Journalism is essential in a democracy
Oregon State Sen. Jeff Kruse updates his email newsletter weekly. On Feb. 3, the Roseburg Republican wrote that he wanted to focus on the executive … Continue reading
Corinne Boyer
Corinne Boyer was a news reporter for Eugene Weekly.
Author: Corinne Boyer
‘Anti-Sanctuary’ Legislation Brewing in Oregon
Bill not expected to receive hearing, but petition for ballot measure underway
House Bill 2921 would repeal Oregon’s sanctuary state law and mandate that Oregon law enforcement agencies assist in federal immigration enforcement. The bill would also … Continue reading
‘Amputation Season’
Occupy Medical addresses winter’s effects on the unhoused
Despite signs of spring in Oregon, the risk of frostbite is still prevalent with freezing nights and cold rain. It is still what Occupy Medical … Continue reading
Panel to Discuss Anti-Government Extremists and Public Lands
What you need to know about militia movements
Oregon has been home to standoffs over public lands during the past few decades. Armed militias carried out the takeovers of the Malheur Wildlife Refuge … Continue reading
Runner Without a Cause
Inside the madness of long-distance relay races
People collapse. Toenails are turning black and falling off all the time. And still, long-distance relay races attract enough runners to sell out in Oregon. … Continue reading
Ron Wyden Hosts Town Hall
Senator addresses problems within the Trump Administration
Oregon’s U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden entered a crowded Lane Community College gymnasium Feb. 19 with the statement that “no topic is off limits.” He was … Continue reading
Tracking the Backlog and Searching for Justice
How Melissa’s law is working to address Oregon’s rape kit problem
Rachael said “no” repeatedly to the man who came into her Oregon apartment and attacked her on the night of July 6, 2014. She cried, … Continue reading
Fighting for Answers: The Backstory
Oregon State Police have shifting answers on quantity of untested rape kits
Melissa’s Law was enacted in Oregon to ensure the transparency of tracking and testing rape kits. But when Eugene Weekly requested the mandated reporting numbers … Continue reading
Proposed cougar legislation
Senate Bill 458, would allow for the issue of controlled tags for hunting with dogs.
In 1994, Oregonians voted to ban the use of dogs to hunt cougars and bears. In legislative sessions following the passage of that ballot measure, … Continue reading
Food Fight: Forked Author Discusses Food Industry Labor Issues
Seventeen states, as well as Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, still pay the federal minimum wage of $2.13 per hour to workers who … Continue reading