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Politics Oregon election results: May 15, 2012, primary

Published: May 10, 2012 at 11:57 AM PDT Last Updated: May 15, 2012 at 8:25 PM PDT

Local & Regional News for Eugene, Springfield Oregon (Updated) Freak Bikes: 'This kitchen is actually a big tricycle' (Photo Gallery) (Video)

By Lauren Lee KVAL News Published: May 15, 2012 at 4:43 PM PDT Last Updated: May 16, 2012 at 4:17 PM PDT

Eugene is one of the country's most bicycle-friendly cities, with miles and miles of paved and gravel trails and initiatives designed to make it easier for everyone to get from point A to point B on two wheels.

Local & Regional News for Eugene, Springfield Oregon 'When you see her move, it's hard not to cry' (Video)

By Molly Blancett KVAL News Published: May 15, 2012 at 5:19 PM PDT Last Updated: May 16, 2012 at 9:46 AM PDT

Two walkers made a startling find along the bike path last week. Veterinarians said they saved a little pup's life.

Consumer New wine country design latest Oregon specialty license plate (Photo Gallery)

By KVAL.com staff and news sources Published: May 15, 2012 at 12:51 PM PDT Last Updated: May 16, 2012 at 10:44 AM PDT

Oregon has rolled out a new license plate option in honor of the state's wine industry.

Local & Regional News for Eugene, Springfield Oregon 'I got a boat on top of my leg' (Photo Gallery) (Video)

By Anita Kissée, KATU News Published: May 15, 2012 at 2:26 PM PDT Last Updated: May 15, 2012 at 3:02 PM PDT

A speeding boat came about 25 feet onto the shore of the Columbia River at Wintler Park in Vancouver on Saturday. It hit Tyler Travis, who suffered a broken leg.