Eugene Weekly

This week in nerd news, we learned that the word Wi-Fi doesn’t stand for anything. According to Merriam-Webster dictionary, back in 1999, the Wireless Ethernet … Continue reading →

• Monday, Feb. 2, was Groundhog Day, and our quote of the week from a loyal reader is, “If the groundhog pops his head out … Continue reading →

• We are appalled by what is going on under the Trump administration. Alex Pretti, a nurse, was killed in cold blood only weeks after … Continue reading →

• Jan. 8’s “Top 10 Dick Moves” and the readers’ poll version (“Dick Moves: Your Move”) proved popular with readers! So we’re getting a jump … Continue reading →

• ICE Box. The Portland Immigrant Rights Commission reports that 42 detentions were reported to the PIRC hotline between Jan. 1 and Jan. 11 in … Continue reading →

• This week in the hell in a handbasket that is life under the Trump administration: Robert F. Kennedy is merrily dooming children by dialing … Continue reading →

• Well, hello there, 2026. What fresh new hell or mad delights will you bring? The Weekly’s New Year’s resolution is to be a joy, … Continue reading →

• Dear Santa Claus: Thank you for your $100 contribution to Eugene Weekly all the way from the North Pole! The support from you and … Continue reading →

• ICE Box: Portland Immigration Rights Coalition updated on Dec. 15 that 60 detentions were reported between Dec. 8 and Dec. 14. Sixteen were in … Continue reading →

• After months of controversy, the cities of Eugene and Springfield suddenly announced Friday, Dec. 6, they were canceling contracts with Flock Safety AI-powered license … Continue reading →