We've got issues.
Meerah Powell is a multimedia journalist and alumna from the University of Oregon's School of Journalism and Communication. She’s done visual, audio and written work with Eugene Weekly, Daily Emerald and other publications/organizations. She was a staff writer and web editor and the producer of EW’s What’s Happening podcast and is now breaking news for Oregon Public Broadcasting.
Former priest Daniel Mackay was convicted on three counts of prostitution last year, specifically for soliciting a 17-year-old girl for sex, but he’ll still be … Continue reading
Oregon’s 2nd congressional district has been represented by a Republican since 1981. But that’s not deterring Democratic candidate Jamie McLeod-Skinner. Even over the phone, it’s … Continue reading
Although Clean Energy Jobs would be a statewide policy — and climate change is a global issue — it’s important to look at how the … Continue reading
Jacob Albert Laskey, known for his ties to white supremacy, pled guilty to assault in the fourth degree and unlawful use of a weapon on … Continue reading
Measure 105 has gained a lot of attention, and outrage, from Oregonians seeking to protect immigrants within its borders. But, immigrants aren’t the only group … Continue reading
A mural by French stencil artist Blek Le Rat that appeared as part of the Eugene’s 20×21 EUG mural project was painted over. The building … Continue reading
Merkley and I sat down to chat around 11 am on a Friday at the Subway restaurant on Gateway Street in Springfield — a quick … Continue reading
It’s been a little over two months since the University of Oregon’s Hayward Field was demolished. Community members are still feeling its legacy — emotionally, … Continue reading
Debra McGee taught at Northwest Christian University for 12 years until she was “unhired” last September. McGee alleges the school discontinued her employment because she’s … Continue reading
It’s been five years now since the Dalai Lama visited Eugene. This weekend, Eugene will be host to another Tibetan spiritual leader — His Holiness … Continue reading