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Eugene Woman Arrested for DUII After Four Hours of Drinking in Grocery Store Parking Lot

Eugene Woman Arrested for DUII After Four Hours of Drinking in Grocery Store Parking Lot

Denise Lyon, a 66-year-old Eugene woman, was arrested on Wednesday afternoon for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII). Police were called to a grocery store parking lot in the 3000 block of Hilyard Street just before 1:30 p.m. after reports that a woman had been drinking wine in her car for approximately four hours. Upon arrival, an officer observed Lyon backing out of a parking spot. The officer approached her vehicle, which reportedly had a strong odor of alcohol. Lyon subsequently failed a field sobriety test, and her blood alcohol content was measured at 0.18 percent, more than twice the legal limit. She was then taken into custody on suspicion of DUII.
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Pacific Northwest Sees Relief from Wildfire Threat Amid 'Snaptember'

Pacific Northwest Sees Relief from Wildfire Threat Amid 'Snaptember'

A slow-moving low-pressure system is bringing much-needed relief to the Pacific Northwest, reducing wildfire risks in the region. According to the National Wildland Significant Fire Potential Outlook (2 September 2026), the wet start to September has lowered the region's fire potential from above-average to normal for the first half of the month. Historically, September is one of the most dangerous months for wildfires in the area, as summer heat dries out vegetation before autumn rains arrive. However, the recent weather pattern offers a temporary reprieve, though it cannot reverse the effects of a dry August, which saw below-average rainfall and temperatures up to 8°F (4.4°C) above normal in parts of Oregon. Southwest Idaho remains particularly vulnerable due to an abundance of dried vegetation.
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Rowe Creek Complex Fire Nearing Full Containment After Rainfall

Rowe Creek Complex Fire Nearing Full Containment After Rainfall

The Rowe Creek Complex fire, located 10 miles south of Fossil, Oregon, is now 96% contained as of September 2, 2026. The fire, which started on July 15 due to lightning, has burned 373,777 acres of tall grass, timber, and brush. Recent wetting rains have significantly aided firefighting efforts, helping to cool remaining heat and reduce fire activity. However, the rain has also introduced new hazards, such as wet roads, strong winds, and the risk of falling fire-weakened trees. Crews are focusing on suppression repair and addressing interior heat areas that continue to smolder.
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No. 2 Oregon hosts Boise State in a meeting of the old and new Pac-12

No. 2 Oregon hosts Boise State in a meeting of the old and new Pac-12

When Boise State visits No. 2 Oregon on Saturday, a member of the new Pac-12 will be facing one of the league’s defectors
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Fall Storms Bring Rain Relief to Fire-Ravaged Northwest

Fall Storms Bring Rain Relief to Fire-Ravaged Northwest

The first fall storms are soaking the Pacific Northwest with much-needed rain through Friday, offering potential relief from a historically severe wildfire season. Seattle and Portland could receive 1–2 inches, while heavier rain is expected along the coast, Olympic Peninsula and Cascades. A Level 1 flash flood threat covers parts of eastern Washington, eastern Oregon and northern Idaho, with thunderstorms, hail and strong winds possible. Rain, cooler temperatures and higher humidity could help slow wildfire growth and aid containment.
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How to watch the most college football this season, try Fubo's free trial

How to watch the most college football this season, try Fubo's free trial

College football returns this weekend, with plenty to play for in the coming months. Here's how to watch games all year for free with Fubo.
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Hacienda CDC and UnidosUS Launch 'Mass Casitas' to Address Oregon's Affordable Housing Shortage

Hacienda CDC and UnidosUS Launch 'Mass Casitas' to Address Oregon's Affordable Housing Shortage

Hacienda Community Development Corporation (Hacienda CDC), supported by the UnidosUS Home Ownership Means Equity (HOME) initiative and the national pilot program PASOS (Pathways to Advancement Through Skills, Ownership and Support), is addressing Oregon's housing shortage by developing 'Mass Casitas.' These are factory-produced mass timber modular homes designed for affordability, sustainability, and rapid deployment. The initiative aims to provide 'ready-to-assemble' homes, similar to IKEA products, that can be shipped and quickly assembled on appropriate plots of land, even in remote locations. This approach also integrates construction training and homebuyer education. The first six Mass Casitas have been donated, including to a single mother and a couple displaced by a wildfire. This project seeks to create social and economic stability, particularly for Hispanic communities in Oregon, where homeownership rates are significantly lower than for white households and nearly half of Hispanic renters face s...
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Oregon Study Recommends Evacuation Towers to Boost Tsunami Survival Rates on Coast

Oregon Study Recommends Evacuation Towers to Boost Tsunami Survival Rates on Coast

A new study conducted by the state of Oregon highlights the vulnerability of coastal communities, particularly Seaside, to tsunamis following a major Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake. Oregon Emergency Management officials estimate that currently, only about 25% of individuals within the tsunami inundation zone in Seaside would be able to reach safety in time. In contrast, nearby Cannon Beach has an estimated 90% survival rate. The study proposes the construction of specially engineered evacuation towers as a critical measure to significantly improve survival rates in Seaside. These towers would provide artificial high ground closer to residents, offering a quicker escape route. The state suggests that a single tower could increase Seaside's estimated survival rate to 50%, and multiple structures could further boost it to 85%. The urgency of these measures is underscored by the fact that after a major earthquake, tsunami waves could reach coastal beaches within 10 to 20 minutes, leaving little time for e...
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Oregon Ducks Volleyball Defeats Missouri 3-1

Oregon Ducks Volleyball Defeats Missouri 3-1

The Ducks finish their first road trip of the season with a 3-0 record
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Sierra Pacific Industries Expands Operations and Sustainable Forestry Practices

Sierra Pacific Industries Expands Operations and Sustainable Forestry Practices

Sierra Pacific Industries Expands Operations and Sustainable Forestry Practices
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Man Arrested for Stealing Road Signs Near Austin Fire in Clackamas County, Oregon

Man Arrested for Stealing Road Signs Near Austin Fire in Clackamas County, Oregon

A 34-year-old man was apprehended by Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office deputies for stealing construction road signs and cones near the Austin Fire in the Bagby area of Oregon. Deputies, who were assisting the U.S. Forest Service with patrols around the wildfire, discovered the man with over $1,000 worth of signs loaded into his pickup truck. The incident occurred on August 11, when a deputy spotted an older blue pickup filled with poorly-loaded road construction signs near the Ripplebrook ranger station. Upon being pulled over on Highway 224 near the Indian Henry Campground, the man informed the deputy that he intended to keep the signs as souvenirs. The sheriff's office has since confiscated the stolen signs and returned them to their rightful owners. The U.S. Forest Service Law Enforcement is currently investigating the matter and may pursue criminal charges against the individual.