After their home was targeted in another hate crime, Xia Wang and Ben Christensen received an outpouring of support and strength from the community. Over the course of two days, neighbors, friends, […]
A City’s Response Against Hate
A Community’s Response Against Hate
On Friday morning, the house of two local and outspoken civil rights advocates—Xia Wang and Ben Christensen— was vandalized, again. This was the fourth time it has been targeted according to the couple who believe that these are hate crimes.
A critical look into Eugene’s Civilian Review Board
The Civilian Review Board is a committee selected by the Eugene City Council, composed of seven board members, the CRB’s purpose is to be an additional layer of accountability for the police. Their mission is to provide impartial oversight and review of civilian complaints and internal investigations, to ensure that complaints are handled fairly, building trust and confidence, while encouraging community involvement.
Graduate Teaching Fellow Federation rallies for “UO’s Graduate Village Bullshit”
In continuing their protest against the University of Oregon for deciding not to renew housing contracts for many graduate fellows during spring term’s finals week, the Graduate Teaching Fellows Federation, or GTFF […]
In remembrance of George Floyd
These are collections from the Double Sided Media photographers. Over the course of the past year, their imagery has painted our stories and we wanted to give them a chance to showcase, […]
Increased funding for EPD allegedly due to spousal conflict of interest
Community members raise concerns about corruption and lack of oversight over EPD funding outside of ordinary budget process
The Ham Slam Pig Roast celebrates its third roast
This third of a series of Ham Slam Pig Roasts took place at Monroe Park on April 10. When one hears “Ham Slam” it would be completely reasonable to think of grilling […]
“We Need Immediate Acts of Justice:” Climate Coalition Marches in Eugene, Two Arrested
THE GATHERING After a brief hiatus, the presence of in-person activism is gaining momentum in Eugene once again. This includes actions by a climate-focused coalition leading a Fossil Free Eugene campaign. The […]
Eugene Rising, Part VII
How Eugene Was Lost
Eugene Rising, Part VI
How a Dumpster Fire Brought Eugene Together Before Tearing It Apart Again