Joseph Chiu

1 week ago | dailyemerald.com | Joseph Chiu

A Eugene man has been charged with the willful depredation of government property for allegedly breaking the window of a federal government vehicle. Federal prosecutors said that court documents allege Kielan Robert Eugene Fitzsimonds, 33, intentionally threw rocks at a U.S. Department of Homeland Security vehicle parked at a federal building in Eugene on June 8. The rocks that Fitzsimonds allegedly threw shattered the vehicle’s rear window and dented its hood and trunk.

2 weeks ago | dailyemerald.com | Joseph Chiu

Carl Wilkerson will serve in the role through 2026. June 11, 2025 The Lane County Board of Commissioners has unanimously selected Carl Wilkerson as Lane County’s newest Sheriff. He was sworn into office on June 11. Wilkerson will serve as the Sheriff through 2026. He could begin a four-year term in 2027, if voters elect him. Wilkerson has served as Chief Deputy of the Lane County Sheriff’s Office since 2019 under former Sheriff Clifton Harrold, who officially retired on May 16.

2 weeks ago | dailyemerald.com | Joseph Chiu

As graduating University of Oregon students find themselves exiting college and entering the job market, they may find themselves trying to figure out where they should settle in Oregon — if they intend to stay in the beaver state. Benjamin Hansen is an economics professor at the University of Oregon. He said that for students who want to stay in Eugene, education and healthcare tend to be more reliable employment sectors.

2 weeks ago | dailyemerald.com | Joseph Chiu

Empty storefronts, graffiti-covered walls, and the occasional closed sign might be what some University of Oregon students think of when they hear “downtown Eugene.” But behind the scenes, city leaders and business advocates say there’s a major push underway to turn that image around — and they want students to be part of the change. “Our biggest challenge in downtown Eugene is perceptions of safety and cleanliness,” Eric Brown, downtown manager for the City of Eugene, said.

1 month ago | dailyemerald.com | Joseph Chiu

As Eugene grows denser, city planners face the challenge of balancing housing needs with the protection of green spaces—an effort that ties land use, transportation, and climate resilience together. May 27, 2025 Eugene is growing. New housing, infrastructure and businesses continue growing across the city as more people are drawn to its vibrant community, lush surroundings and progressive values.