Good morning! It’s May 18 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Partly sunny and pleasant in Northwest Eugene

Today will be pleasant with times of clouds and sun. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 73 with a low of 41. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11). Mostly sunny now, changing to intermittent clouds at 8 a.m.

Looking ahead: Near record-breaking high temperatures Thursday


Top news from nearby

Grow Lane County’s $4.5 million initiative enhances local food distribution and anti-hunger programs, supporting Lane County farmers and residents facing food insecurity.

To fight hunger in Lane County, help the farmer

To fight hunger in Lane County, help the farmer

By Taylor Goebel

May 18, 2026


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What’s new around you

▼︎ police incidents   ▼︎ road incidents   ▼︎ events

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Things to do in Northwest Eugene

Open mic at Houndstooth
Open mic at Houndstooth

Open mic. Drawing for slots at 5:30. First slot at 6:00. Generally, 3 songs or 15 minutes unless there are a lot of people wanting to play. Then 2 so…

At Houndstooth Public House on May 18
Repeats once more on May 25

Karaoke w/ DJ Johnben
Karaoke w/ DJ Johnben

Sing It Loud with DJ Johnben’s Karaoke! Grab the mic, choose your favorite song, and let the good times roll! Whether you’re a shower singer or a s…

At Happy Hours on May 18
Repeats 4 more times until June 1


Community crime report

  • A burglary was reported near 1875 Hwy 99n, Eugene at 11 a.m. on May 17.
     
  • A hit and run was reported near River Rd and Sandra Ln in Eugene at 11 a.m. on May 17.
     
  • A stalking order was violated near the 100 block of Oakleigh Ln at 9 p.m. on May 16.
     
  • A threat and harassment incident happened near the 200 block of Hoyt Ave. at 6 p.m. on May 16.
     
  • A possible drunk driver was reported near the 300 block of Hamilton Ave. at 2 p.m. on May 16.
     

Roadwork is affecting traffic near you

  • Long-term projects: Chambers Street is under construction for seismic bridge retrofits, causing moderate traffic delays. Maxwell Road is closed eastbound at Prairie Road due to construction. Crews are building new sidewalks and making improvements from Maxwell Road and Prairie Road up to the overpass bridge. Use alternate routes like Beltline or Chambers Road to get around the closure.