Travis Hoyt

Researchers in the UO’s Prevention Science Institute have received a two-year, $1.2 million grant

Eugene, OR - They have received the 2 year, $1.2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to fund expanded COVID-19 testing at syringe exchange sites. This two-year grant is part of a nationwide...

The Eugene Police arrested a man in connection to stolen commercial vehicles

Eugene, OR - This man was arrested on December 7th in connection to stolen commercial vehicles, as well as possession of firearms in Springfield. According to the police report, his name is Robert Michael Cross,...

Health care workers, nursing home residents and caretakers are in “Phase 1A’ of vaccine distribution

As part of Phase 1A, the Oregon Health Authority said that the first vaccines will go to every hospital in Oregon, as well as emergency medical service providers and long-term care facilities. Allocations...

Coronavirus updates: Five Eugene Mission guests test positive, and it restricts campus access

Five Eugene Mission guests have tested positive for COVID-19 and the Mission is restricting campus access to staff and current guests only. Three of the positive cases were identified on Wednesday, when the...

Coronavirus updates: Two percent of Oregonians have been diagnosed with COVID-19

Oregon continues to break records for COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, Oregon Health Authority reported in its weekly update. The state reported 10,355 new cases between Nov. 30 and Dec. 6. That’s a 14%...

A 37-year old man was jailed after a high-speed police chase on Thursday night.

A 37-year old man was jailed after a high-speed police chase on Thursday night. A report from Oregon State Police said at about 11:15 p.m. a trooper was contacted by dispatch and informed...

Oregon’s weather will begin to look a lot more normal for this time of year

Rain in the valley and snow in the mountains will be possible just about every day for the coming 10 days, bringing a much-needed shot of moisture during what’s supposed to be...

Students provide services in person, remotely in Lane County

Even with COVID-19 measures in place, students in the Family and Human Services Program are providing in-person and remote services to more than 98 sites across Lane County and the U.S. this...

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