Good morning! It’s October 17 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Decreasing clouds in Central Eugene

Today will be morning low clouds followed by clouds giving way to some sun. There is a 3% chance of rain. The high will be 66 with a low of 40. Cloudy now, changing to mostly cloudy at 2 p.m.

Looking ahead: Expect rainy weather late tomorrow night through Sunday morning


Top news from nearby

A proposed west Eugene land-use rule to limit industrial pollution faces business opposition over economic concerns, while residents and advocates support stronger protections.

Proposed rule aims to protect public health; Eugene chamber worried about economic impact

Proposed rule aims to protect public health; Eugene chamber worried about economic impact

By Ashli Blow

Oct 17, 2025


What’s new around you

▼︎ police incidents   ▼︎ road incidents   ▼︎ events

Map of A map showing the locations of informaton from today's newsletter

Read on to see the details about each item…


Things to do in Central Eugene

Lizzie: The Musical
Lizzie: The Musical

In the heat of August 1892, Andrew Borden and his wife are found murdered. The suspected killer is Andrew’s daughter from a previous marriage, Lizzie …

At Oregon Contemporary Theatre on October 17
Repeats 3 more times until October 19

FUSEE's Fall Fire Festival
FUSEE’s Fall Fire Festival

We are hosting our second Fall Fire Festival Fundraiser for a chance for you to give back to FUSEE while being entertained! The event features: Live…

At Claim 52 Brewing on October 17

City Club of Eugene meeting
City Club of Eugene meeting

City Club of Eugene is moving its weekly programs to the WOW Hall on Fridays at noon This historic venue is located at 8th and Lincoln (291 West 8th) …

At WOW Hall Community Center for the Performing Arts on October 17
Repeats 2 more times until October 31


Community crime report

  • A vehicle-related incident was assisted by police near Hilyard St. and E 14th Ave. in Eugene at 2 a.m. on October 17.
     
  • A person was arrested after a dispute near 1517 Walnut St., Eugene at 6 p.m. on October 16.
     
  • A person was given a citation instead of being taken into custody during a traffic stop. This happened near Lawrence St. and W 6th Ave. in Eugene at 4 p.m. on October 16.
     
  • A hit and run was reported near W 13th Ave. and Jefferson St. in Eugene at 3 p.m. on October 16.
      
  • A person was stopped and arrested near 1059 Willamette St., Eugene at 2 p.m. on October 16.
     
  • A person was arrested for disorderly behavior near 975 Oak St., Eugene at 2 p.m. on October 16.
     
  • A burglary was reported near 1793 Patterson Aly, Eugene at 2 p.m. on October 16.
     
  • A theft from a vehicle was reported near 648 E 17th Ave., Eugene at noon on October 16.
     
  • A theft from a vehicle was reported near 1810 Harris St., Eugene at 11 a.m. on October 16.
     
  • A theft from a vehicle was reported near 1552 Mill St., Eugene at 10 a.m. on October 16.
     
  • A report of property damage was taken near 569 W 12th Ave., Eugene at 10 a.m. on October 16.
     
  • A stabbing was reported near High Alley and East 15th Avenue in Eugene at 10 a.m. on October 16.
     
  • A person was reported missing near Nf2409 at 9 a.m. on October 16.
     
  • A report about a problem involving a juvenile was taken near 1188 W 13th Ave., Eugene at 9 a.m. on October 16.
     
  • A report of shoplifting was taken near 145 E 18th Ave., Eugene at 8 a.m. on October 16.
     
  • A person was arrested during a traffic stop near Franklin Blvd. and Agate St. in Eugene at 2 a.m. on October 16.
     
  • A report was taken for graffiti near W 1st Ave. and Jefferson St. in Eugene at 9 a.m. on October 13.
     
  • A weapon offense happened near Milepost 4 on Dollar Road at 5 p.m. on October 11.
     
  • A person was arrested after a dispute near 1409 Oak St., Eugene at 2 p.m. on October 11.
     

Roadwork is affecting traffic near you

  • Long-term projects: W 11th Avenue is being repaved, which may cause moderate traffic delays. Chambers Street will have moderate traffic impacts because of seismic bridge retrofit construction.