Madison Yeash

6 days ago | kdrv.com | Madison Yeash

EUGENE, Ore. -- Avelo Airlines is under fire nationwide -- and here in Oregon -- after signing a new contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement to operate long-term deportation flights. Although the airline’s ICE-related flights will be based in Mesa, Arizona, the partnership has ignited protests and calls for a boycott from immigrant rights advocates, particularly in communities where Avelo operates, like Eugene.

6 days ago | kezi.com | Madison Yeash

EUGENE, Ore. -- Avelo Airlines is under fire nationwide -- and here in Oregon -- after signing a new contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement to operate long-term deportation flights. Although the airline’s ICE-related flights will be based in Mesa, Arizona, the partnership has ignited protests and calls for a boycott from immigrant rights advocates, particularly in communities where Avelo operates, like Eugene.

1 week ago | kezi.com | Madison Yeash

EUGENE, Ore. -- A rally at Alton Baker Park brought together healthcare workers and families with a clear message: "Hands off Medicaid."The gathering was part of a statewide effort to protect healthcare access as Congress considers major federal budget cuts. Community members shared personal stories, asking Congress to reject the proposed cuts to Medicaid. Organizers said these cuts could devastate working families, people with special needs, and the elderly.

1 week ago | kezi.com | Madison Yeash

EUGENE, Ore. -- Demonstrators gathered outside the federal courthouse in Eugene to protest against recent immigration enforcement actions. The protests were sparked by the revocation of visas for four international students from the University of Oregon. Protesters said they are demanding an end to what they describe as intimidation and fear tactics by the federal government. Many believe these visa revocations are part of a larger pattern affecting immigrant students nationwide.

1 week ago | kezi.com | Madison Yeash

EUGENE, Ore. -- Students at the University of Oregon are raising their voices, demanding the school take action to protect undocumented and international students. This comes amid heightened national debates on immigration. A rally organized by the university's Young Democratic Socialists of America followed the revocation of visas for four international students by Homeland Security.