Activist Alert
Protests, activism and more around Lane County
“Our political leaders will know our priorities only if we tell them, again and again, and if those priorities begin to show up in the … Continue reading
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More Money, More Problems
$1 billion donation from Phil and Penny Knight leaves UO faculty and students with more questions than answers
A $1 billion donation from Nike billionaires Phil and Penny Knight has faculty and graduate students at the University of Oregon feeling left out of … Continue reading
Back to Campus
From the insiders' map to tips for basic needs at UO and LCC, it's time for school
Coming back to campus, or venturing into higher ed for the first time, is simultaneously one of the most exciting and terrifying parts of the … Continue reading
Fact-checking misleading, false claims from first Oregon 2026 gubernatorial debate
At times, the two candidates talked past each other without directly addressing one another’s grievances. They also mischaracterized each other’s records.
By Shaanth Nanguneri, Oregon Capital Chronicle Both leading candidates for Oregon governor were feeling the heat of the race as they attacked each other’s trustworthiness … Continue reading
Courts of Appeal
Tennis/pickleball players feud with Eugene Y leaders
At first glance, the Eugene Y looks to be sitting pretty. Its new Don Stathos Campus on 24th Avenue in south Eugene is packed morning … Continue reading
Admiral vs. Artist
Oakridge mayoral candidates on their platforms
The rural city of Oakridge, 40 miles east of Eugene on Highway 58, has its first contested mayoral race since 2022. To lead the city … Continue reading
Activist Alert
Protests, activism and more around Lane County
“Elections belong to the people. It’s their decision. If they decide to turn their back on the fire and burn their behinds, then they will … Continue reading
New federal law puts an end to the hemp industry, Oregon businesses say
Gas stations, convenience stores and supermarkets will soon lose the CBD products on their shelves under new federal law
by Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital Chronicle ALBANY — Pet tinctures and topicals are the most popular products sold at Oregon CBD Company, a small business … Continue reading
Higher Education
Chicago developer wants to exceed Eugene’s 150-foot limit on high-rises near UO
To ensure it gets the rents and profits it wants, a Chicago developer is asking the city of Eugene to let it build an 18-foot-tall … Continue reading
About Springfield
Progressive candidate Callee Ackland is running for Springfield City Council
Callee Ackland, Navy veteran and progressive candidate for Springfield’s Ward 4 City Council, says the city deserves fresh voices that focus on people’s basic needs. … Continue reading