Public Safety

Local police and community leaders are warning Eugene residents that a burglary ring may again be targeting Asian American business owners.

A Lincoln County Sheriff’s deputy has been arrested for an alleged DUI after he was involved in a crash in Seal Rock.

A Lincoln County Sheriff’s deputy rescued an elderly man who had crashed into Alsea Bay and was trapped in his vehicle on Thursday afternoon.

After 43 years of helping law enforcement solve cold cases, Crime Stoppers of Oregon is shutting down as tip volume drops and the media landscape shifts.

Eugene and Springfield officials both say many residents who use e-motorcycles are likely unaware that they are breaking the law.

Police say about 30 teens were seen illegally riding e-motorcycles in the area.

Eugene Police said they arrested a man at the Eugene Airport early Thursday morning for trying to get through the security checkpoint without a boarding pass.

YMCA contacted Eugene Police, who investigated and made no arrests.

Eugene Springfield Firefighters said they put out a small fire that spread from a compost pile on Friday near Hendricks Park in Eugene. They say compost can heat up and combust if not properly maintained.

They cited tight finances and the need for formal public review.

The Thursday evening incident happened at 6th and G Streets.

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office says a 44-year-old man drowned in the North Umpqua River Tuesday.