• Early Start to Summer Wildfire Season

    Early Start to Summer Wildfire Season

    May 23, 2013

    Oregon summers are hot and this year, we've already seen temperatures rising and humidity dropping. Despite recent rainfall, forests and grasses are still extremely dry. And the National Interagency Fire Center is predicting a greater potential for large fires earlier in June. ...Read More

    Slowly Warming Back Up

    Slowly Warming Back Up

    May 22, 2013

    Tomorrow more wet weather is expected as the low continues to sit and rotate smaller batches of showers across Western Oregon. I'm expecting the coverage to be less than the past two days, with some occasional sun breaks by late afternoon. ...Read More

    Web Extra: Beavers Before Wazzu Series

    Web Extra: Beavers Before Wazzu Series

    May 22, 2013

    The No. 4 Beaver Baseball team enters the final weekend of Pac-12 play with a chance to win the conference title. Watch raw interviews with Pat Casey, Matt Boyd, Ben Wetzler, Jake Rodriguez and Tyler Smith before OSU hosts Washington State....Read More

    Eugene City Services Fee Fails

    Eugene City Services Fee Fails

    May 22, 2013

    With a nearly two-to-one vote against Eugene's service fee, city leaders say they heard voters loud and clear. With no plan B, the city says it's back to the drawing board. It was a tough night and morning for all the folks who supported the fee....Read More

    Rose Elementary to Close in the Fall

    Rose Elementary to Close in the Fall

    May 22, 2013

    An elementary school in Roseburg will shut its doors in the fall. Rose Elementary parents, teachers, and administrators say they're disappointed that the bond measure did not pass. The failure of the bond levy came as a bit of a surprise....Read More

    Preview: Lowell Teen Pursues Six Sports

    Preview: Lowell Teen Pursues Six Sports

    May 22, 2013

    This 17-year-old already plays five sports but was recently motivated to pursue a sixth. Thursday on KEZI 9 News at 6 p.m., learn more about this Lowell spitfire, her raw talent, dedication and the tragedy that motivates the power in her punches....Read More

    The Sustainable Table: Eating Local

    The Sustainable Table: Eating Local

    May 22, 2013

    The most bountiful time of the year for local produce is coming up in Lane County. It’s the time when all the plants that were sprouting in greenhouses a few weeks ago, thrive, bloom and produces a bounty of food....Read More

    4J Moves Ahead with Improvements

    4J Moves Ahead with Improvements

    May 22, 2013

    After the 4J bond measure passed in Tuesday, district administrators and teachers are looking forward to the next step, spending all the money raised. Even though construction won't begin for a while, they say they can't wait to break ground....Read More

    Philomath School Levy Barely Passes

    Philomath School Levy Barely Passes

    May 22, 2013

    Voters passed the Philomath school levy by 132 votes. Supporters of Measure 02-84 celebrated a victory, but they were more surprised than relieved. Philomath School Board Director Tom Klipfel was disappointed that the margin was so tight....Read More

    Interview: Sheriff Turner on KEZI 9 News

    Interview: Sheriff Turner on KEZI 9 News

    May 22, 2013

    After a long streak of defeats, Lane County residents passed a public safety levy. KEZI 9 News Anchor Sean Cuellar sat down with Lane County Sheriff Tom Turner to discuss how the levy will help out public safety and services in the community....Read More

    Wet Looking Wednesday

    Wet Looking Wednesday

    May 21, 2013

    Showers will still move in on and off throughout the rest of the night but they'll be more isolated before the next wave on Wednesday. Lows tonight will hold in the mid to low 40s but it'll feel chillier with the damp ground. ...Read More

    Lane County Public Safety Levy Passes

    Lane County Public Safety Levy Passes

    May 21, 2013

    Only smiling faces could be found as Lane County Sheriff Tom Turner and levy supporters soaked up their measure's projected success. The first numbers were reported at 8 p.m., which revealed 56 percent of voters voted in favor of Measure 20-213...Read More

    Voters Approve 4J School Bond

    Voters Approve 4J School Bond

    May 21, 2013

    The 4J School District administrators were surrounded in celebrations after they found out voters had approved their massive bond. Parents and 4J School District members rejoiced, and they say now it's time to get to work and put the money to use....Read More

    Eugene Service Fee Loses Support

    Eugene Service Fee Loses Support

    May 21, 2013

    The most controversial and debated on this ballot was the city services fee. The preliminary numbers did not look good. The fee's supporters gathered at The Bier Stein as those first numbers loaded up. The measure is losing nearly 2-to-1....Read More

    Services Cut if Levy Doesn’t Pass

    Services Cut if Levy Doesn't Pass

    May 21, 2013

    Measure 20-213 pertains to public safety in Lane County and the services the sheriff says will be cut if it doesn't pass. There' s no organized opposition toward the levy, but those in favor were gathered to see if the measure would succeeded....Read More

    Both Sides Battle for Service Fee Votes

    Both Sides Battle for Service Fee Votes

    May 21, 2013

    A controversial issue on Lane County's May 2013 Special Election ballot is Eugene's city service fee. Both sides continued to battle it out Tuesday for those last-minute votes. The measure is designed to pay for several different services....Read More

    Parents Hope 4J Bond Measure Passes

    Parents Hope 4J Bond Measure Passes

    May 21, 2013

    Members and parents of the 4J School District have to wait until Tuesday night to find out if the 4J bond measure will pass. Parents say they've worked hard to get the word out and would be surprised if the ballot measure didn't pass....Read More

    Eugene Mission Cuts Newspaper Recycling

    Eugene Mission Cuts Newspaper Recycling

    May 21, 2013

    The Eugene Mission is expanding services, allowing the nonprofit to assist more clients with food, shelter and clothing, but now the mission is preparing to cut a major program. Come June, the Eugene Mission is cutting its recycling program....Read More

    EPD Arrest Man After Standoff

    EPD Arrest Man After Standoff

    May 21, 2013

    A man led the Eugene Police officers on a short chase Tuesday morning and then barricaded himself inside his home for hours. Officers surrounded a home in the River Road area for hours, urging a man locked inside to turn himself in....Read More

    Web Extra: Ducks Prep to Host Huskers

    Web Extra: Ducks Prep to Host Huskers

    May 21, 2013

    This weekend the 3rd-seeded Duck softball team will host 14-seed Nebraska in the Super Regionals of the NCAA Tournament. Watch interviews with head coach Mike White, catchers Alexa Peterson and Janelle Lindvall, and infielder Courtney Ceo....Read More

    Measure 02-84: Philomath School District

    Measure 02-84: Philomath School District

    May 21, 2013

    The Philomath School District hopes voters will pass a levy that would allocate more funds to it. The district has made several big cuts and has more to face. The levy would help to minimize impacts on class size, school days and instruction time....Read More

    The Rain is Back!

    The Rain is Back!

    May 21, 2013

    What a spring! We had 23 days with no rain, day after day of above average temperatures and just .28" of rainfall for the month of May. This week is going to look quite a bit different! An area of low pressure is moving in Tuesday...Read More

    Pet of the Week: Dodge

    Pet of the Week: Dodge

    May 21, 2013

    If you'd like an active dog with some personality for your home, this one is for you. Dodge, our KEZI 9 News Pet of the Week, is 1-year-old dachshund/miniature smoothed hair mix....Read More

    Rain & Mountain Snow Are Back!

    Rain & Mountain Snow Are Back!

    May 20, 2013

    We'll see a major shift back to a cooler, wetter forecast for the remainder of the week. Tonight, the leading edge of the storm will send clouds inland and showers developing in the early morning hours and mountain snow by late evening. ...Read More

    Bike Thefts on the Rise

    Bike Thefts on the Rise

    May 20, 2013

    Despite Eugene being a bike-friendly town, it's not unusual to see bike theft. It's the most recent theft numbers that have surprised police. When you lock your bike, Eugene police recommend something more than just a chain or cable....Read More

    State of Mental Health in Lane County

    State of Mental Health in Lane County

    May 20, 2013

    The tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut spurred a nationwide debate surrounding gun control in our nation. The tragedy also highlighted the state of mental health in our country. It forced states, and even Lane County, to look at their services....Read More

    BJ’s Restaurant Robbed

    BJ's Restaurant Robbed

    May 20, 2013

    Eugene police are still investigating the armed robbery of the BJ's on Coburg Road late Saturday night. McDonald's just behind it was hit just a few weeks ago. That particular stretch along Coburg Road has seen a number of similar incidents....Read More

    Rain and Mtn. Snow returning to Oregon

    Rain and Mtn. Snow returning to Oregon

    May 20, 2013

    After a split weekend, Monday is shaping up to be dry, mostly sunny (after morning fog) and warm. High should get back to the mid 70s for the valley. Enjoy today though, because much cooler and wetter weather is on the way Tuesday through Friday!...Read More

    Armed Robbers Hold Up Restaurant

    Armed Robbers Hold Up Restaurant

    May 19, 2013

    Two robbers held up the BJ's Restaurant on Coburg Road in Eugene near Willakenzie Road just before midnight, Saturday. The restaurant was closed, but employees were still inside when the robbers entered wearing ski masks and holding guns....Read More

    Bark in the Park Draws Record Crowd

    Bark in the Park Draws Record Crowd

    May 19, 2013

    Greenhill Humane Society's annual Bark in the Park fundraiser drew record crowds to Alton Baker Park Sunday. The group No Kill Lane County was also at the park during the event to protest Greenhill Humane Society and its policies....Read More

    Short-lived Break from Rain Showers

    Short-lived Break from Rain Showers

    May 19, 2013

    High pressure will be in control Monday; this means mostly clear skies and high temperatures climbing into the low 70s inland, low 60s along the coast. A strong storm will move in Tuesday afternoon and spin just of the coast for the rest of the weak....Read More

    Conforto Slams Ducks, OSU Wins Civil War

    Conforto Slams Ducks, OSU Wins Civil War

    May 19, 2013

    Michael Conforto hit a grand slam and the 6th-ranked Oregon State baseball team finished with 17 hits in a 12-2 win over No. 10 Oregon at PK Park. The game marked the Civil War series finale. Watch postgame interviews with the Ducks and Beavers....Read More

    Loved Ones Remember Alex Rovello

    Loved Ones Remember Alex Rovello

    May 18, 2013

    On Saturday, friends and family gathered to remember a University of Oregon athlete who died in a drowning accident the week before. The funeral for Alex Rovello was held in Portland that afternoon. Hundreds of people arrived to pay their respects....Read More

    Finally More Sun Than Clouds

    Finally More Sun Than Clouds

    May 18, 2013

    Clouds and fog will start Sunday morning, but burn off through the morning. Mostly sunny skies will close the weekend with high temps in the mid to upper 60s inland, upper 50s along the coast. High pressure will be in control Monday....Read More

    Moore Wins Homecoming, Evens Civil War

    Moore Wins Homecoming, Evens Civil War

    May 18, 2013

    Andrew Moore tossed a two-hit shutout and Michael Conforto and Ryan Barnes each hit solo home runs to send the sixth-ranked Oregon State baseball team to a 9-0 win over No. 10 Oregon. Watch postgame interviews with the Ducks and Beavers....Read More

    Showery Start, Sunny Finish

    Showery Start, Sunny Finish

    May 17, 2013

    Saturday, the next front will bring scattered showers and periods of steady rain mainly in the early afternoon. Cloudy skies with some sun breaks by late afternoon and a few degrees cooler with highs back down in the low 60s. ...Read More

    Thorpe’s Gem Leads Ducks Past Beavers

    Thorpe's Gem Leads Ducks Past Beavers

    May 17, 2013

    Tommy Thorpe was dominant holding No. 6 Oregon State to just two infield hits in eight innings in a 3-0 win for tenth-ranked Oregon in game one of the 2013 Civil War Series. Watch raw postgame interviews with both the Ducks and Beavers....Read More

    Soldiers Get Hands-on Flight Training

    Soldiers Get Hands-on Flight Training

    May 17, 2013

    Soldiers in the Oregon National Guard took a flight they'll never forget. Soldiers from B Company 2-162 flew in a CH-47 Heavy Lift Chinook Aircraft. The chopper is designed to carry upwards of 30 combat infantry men and all of their equipment....Read More

    B-17 Bomber on Display

    B-17 Bomber on Display

    May 17, 2013

    A piece of World War II history is spending the weekend at the Eugene Airport. One of the remaining 13 active B-17 bombers in the country, the Aluminum Overcast, arrived in Eugene Friday is on display on the tarmac and in the air....Read More

    Roller Derby Boosts Local Business

    Roller Derby Boosts Local Business

    May 17, 2013

    Thousands of people are expected to come out for the Emerald City Roller Girls Big O Tournament this weekend at the Lane Events Center. It's a sport you may not even think about, but roller derby has been gaining popularity for a few years....Read More

    Boy Scouts Rally to Oppose Proposal

    Boy Scouts Rally to Oppose Proposal

    May 17, 2013

    Active and former Boy Scout members and leaders are protesting in Eugene and across the country. Their message: keep gay people out of the Scouts. Boy Scout leaders will vote on whether or not the group will allow openly gay men to join the group....Read More

    In the Garden: Hydrangeas

    In the Garden: Hydrangeas

    May 17, 2013

    Hydrangeas are a great plant to grow in the Willamette Valley, but did you know you can change their color Caleb Johnson at Johnson Brothers Greenhouses explains how easy it is to do in the garden. There will be a free class this Saturday....Read More

    Interview: Big “O” Tournament

    Interview: Big "O" Tournament

    May 17, 2013

    Local roller derby is sport has evolved over the past few years. This year, the Emerald City Roller Girls are co-hosting the second annual Big O Tournament. It's big. Teams are arriving from around the world to participate at the Lane Events Center....Read More

    Summer Plant Sale Benefits Food Bank

    Summer Plant Sale Benefits Food Bank

    May 17, 2013

    Mid-May in Oregon is a perfect time to plant your summer garden. This weekend you can pick up organic vegetables and flowers for a great price and help Food for Lane County. Saturday, the youth farm is hosting it's third annual Summer Plant Sale....Read More

    Kids Try Out Jobs on Public Works Day

    Kids Try Out Jobs on Public Works Day

    May 17, 2013

    The city of Eugene rolled out its big trucks and tractors for its 26th annual Public Works Day Thursday. Hundreds of kids headed to Roosevelt yard for a hands on lesson in what it takes to maintain the city. It's an eye opening for these young minds....Read More

    A Split Weekend Ahead

    A Split Weekend Ahead

    May 17, 2013

    Happy Friday! We're going to get a break from the steady rain today as we're in between storms. Still at least partly cloudy and a shower or two may pop up this afternoon, but for the most part, drier, sunnier and warmer than yesterday....Read More

    More Much Needed Rain

    More Much Needed Rain

    May 16, 2013

    Some light showers expected again for the first half of Friday, but they'll be light overall. Highs tomorrow will again be in the mid to upper 60s. Saturday another cold front will brush across the region bringing some scattered showers on and off through the day. ...Read More

    Peterson, Moore Lead Ducks Past BYU

    Peterson, Moore Lead Ducks Past BYU

    May 16, 2013

    The third-seeded Ducks (47-9) beat BYU (33-24) 5-2 at Howe Field Thursday night in their first game of the NCAA Regionals. Alexa Peterson hit a three-run home run before BYU recorded an out. Jessica Moore struck out 12 Cougars and picked up the win....Read More

    Albany Police Investigate Triplex Fire

    Albany Police Investigate Triplex Fire

    May 16, 2013

    Albany police are investigating a fire at a triplex on the 2500 block of Sherman Street. It happened at 3 a.m. on Wednesday. When firefighters arrived, the streetside unit was engulfed in flames.Smoke quickly spread to the other two units. ...Read More

    Online CHL Appointment System Debuts

    Online CHL Appointment System Debuts

    May 16, 2013

    In 2012, Lane County saw an average of 180 concealed handgun license applications a month. This year, it's almost tripled, which means wait times have been worse than at the DMV. They started a new online concealed handgun licence appointment system....Read More