Good morning! It’s Nov. 12 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Mostly cloudy in Northwest Eugene

Today will be mostly cloudy. The high will be 62 with a low of 48. Allergy sufferers beware: there are high amounts of mold in the air. Fog now, changing to cloudy at 7 a.m.

Looking ahead: Expect rainy weather late tomorrow morning through tomorrow afternoon


Top news from nearby

The housing and jobs connection

The housing and jobs connection

By Lookout Eugene-Springfield Editorial Board

Nov 12, 2026


Lookout Eugene-Springfield

What’s new around you

▼︎ police incidents   ▼︎ road incidents   ▼︎ events

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

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Things to do in Northwest Eugene

Willamette Rose Urban Forest Bath & River Walk
Willamette Rose Urban Forest Bath & River Walk

Our Willamette Rose Urban Forest Bath & River Walk begins at Maurie Jacobs Park, the meeting point of several powerful natural systems…

At Maurie Jacobs Park on November 12
Repeats 10 more times until December 17

North Eugene High School Fall Play, Puffs!
North Eugene High School Fall Play, Puffs!

Puffs is a magical comedy that takes place at a certain school for wizards in England. Throughout the show we follow The Puffs, a group of cozy, loyal…

At North Eugene High School on November 12
Repeats 2 more times until November 14


Community crime report

  • An assault was reported near 1071 Bennett Ln, Eugene at 6 p.m. on Nov. 11.
     
  • A burglary happened near the 600 block of River Loop 1 at 2 p.m. on Nov. 11.
     
  • A threat and harassment incident happened near the 200 block of Irving Rd at 9 p.m. on Nov. 11.
     
  • A car crash happened near Maxwell Rd at 9 p.m. on Nov. 11. It is not known if anyone was hurt.
     
  • A person was found disoriented and needed medical help near the 89800 block of Hwy 99N at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11.
     

Roadwork is affecting traffic near you

  • Long-term projects: – Construction crews will be working at Maxwell Road and Prairie Road this week for cleanup and equipment removal. Prairie Road is open, and traffic signals at Hwy 99 & Prairie Road and Maxwell & Prairie Road are working, but the timing may change as electricians adjust the system.
  • Construction is happening on Bethel Road and nearby walkways this week. Expect delays, lane reductions, and possible temporary closures. Drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians should follow signs and detours.
  • Construction is underway on River Road between Randy Pape Beltline and Green Lane. Utility work will finish next week, and signal loops will be installed at night from 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. if needed. Crews may be working near the road during the day.