Rachael McDonald
All Things Considered Host and Editor of the KLCC ExtraRachael McDonald is KLCC's All Things Considered host. She also reports on a variety of topics including local government, education, and breaking news. Rachael has a BA in English from the University of Oregon. She started out in public radio as a newsroom volunteer at KLCC in 2000. After reporting for the Northwest News Network and KAZU, Rachael returned to KLCC in 2007 as Morning Edition host and a general assignment reporter covering politics, the environment, education, and the arts. She was KLCC News Director from 2018- 2022. Rachael is a constant reader, loves to bake, and enjoys hiking and biking and exploring the natural world.
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A popular scenic byway that goes over McKenzie Pass west of Sisters is getting repaved.
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The deadline for Oregon drivers to remove their studded tires is approaching.
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The City of Eugene is considering four affordable housing proposals that seek public funding.
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Spring Whale Watch week kicks off Saturday along the Oregon coast. While the weather won’t be ideal, there may be more gray whales migrating north to Alaska.
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Eugene-based McKenzie River Trust has partnered with a nature preserve and learning center east of Newport to protect a large swath of forest and wetlands in perpetuity.
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There's a lot of construction on downtown Eugene streets.
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A new study by University of Oregon researchers found environmental and public health agencies could be more proactive about warning people about smoky air from wildfires.
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Lane Transit District says it doesn’t have enough drivers to operate its buses at full capacity. It’s temporarily reducing service on weekdays.
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Oregon State Parks continue to experience record numbers of visitors.
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Willamalane is reopening Fort Park, Douglas Gardens Park, and all Thurston Hills Natural Area hiking trails Saturday, March 2. Lane County Parks is reopening Howard Buford Recreation Area on Friday, March 15.