A Eugene Starbucks may be the first in Oregon to unionize following a nationwide trend. Read more
City officials said the new boundaries must be adjusted to ensure equal representation by city councilors. Each ward has roughly 22,000 residents. Read more
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Among other protections, the council will consider restricting no-cause evictions and banning application and screening fees. Read more
The Eugene City Council unanimously approved an ordinance on Nov. 22, criminalizing the crime of intimidation by display of a noose and increasing the fines for bias crimes in the second degree by 150%. Read more
The longest-serving House Member from Oregon, DeFazio will retire after 36 years. Read more
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The proposed program would increase transparency about utility costs and encourage efficiency upgrades, city officials said. Read more
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Oregon and Utah senators raised 55,000 pounds of food donations as part of a bet prior to the Ducks vs. Utes football game. Read more
Councilors began a process to explore a ban on natural gas hookups in newly constructed buildings. If it passes, it will be a first for Oregon. Read more