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09/16/2025

A dire mystery has the Umpqua Valley Audubon Society asking the public for help: vast numbers of the migratory birds, Vaux’s Swifts, have disappeared. The hanging questions are: Why? And where have the swifts gone?

A dire mystery has the Umpqua Valley Audubon Society asking the public for help: vast numbers of the migratory birds, Vaux’s Swifts, have disappeared. The hanging questions are: Why? And where have the swifts gone?

09/16/2025

It’s been a wild ride for Matt Wallace, who’s owned Eugene Coin and Jewelry since January.

“It seems like every single day we walk in, we’re hitting new records for gold," he told KLCC. "So today is another record for gold, there was a record last week for gold … it’s continually going up, all year long.”

Gold hits record highs, topping $3,700 per ounce, as inflation and economic uncertainty drive demand. Eugene Coin and Jewelry sees surge in sellers and buyers.

09/16/2025

Inevitably, one word comes up when discussing Robert Redford: golden. Redford gleamed through more than 80 movies, many of them classics. His life included decades of activism and founding the Sundance Institute that profoundly shaped decades of independent film.

A movie star to his core, Robert Redford has died after a visionary career in cinema, including founding the Sundance Institute that transformed the market for independent films.

09/15/2025

Oregon On The Record talked with NPR's Tom Bowman about his long and exciting career as a war correspondent.

On this edition, we talk with NPR Pentagon Correspondent Tom Bowman. He's been in many theaters of war, literally dodged bullets and now pursues Defense Department sources trying to doge his questions.

09/15/2025

Oregon researchers say several “magic mushroom” products sold on store shelves don’t actually contain any psilocybin.

Researchers bought 12 so-called “magic mushroom” edibles from convenience stores and smoke shops in Portland, including gummies and chocolates, and then tested their contents.

When researchers analyzed the edibles, they found no trace of psilocybin. Instead, they detected substances like caffeine, cannabinoids, kava root extract, and candy.

Oregon researchers say several “magic mushroom” products sold on store shelves don’t actually contain any psilocybin.

09/15/2025

The major pipeline delivering gasoline to Oregon spent around 10 days out of service, forcing prices at the pump to surge across the state, before reportedly restarting Friday.

Experts who closely watch fuel prices expect gas prices to stay high at least into next week — and potentially for longer — even as fuel starts flowing through the line again.

The Olympic Pipeline, owned and operated in part by oil and gas giant BP, carries fuel from refineries in Washington state to the Portland area. The pipeline was not scheduled for a routine outage this month, according to fuel industry experts. However, on Sept. 2, users of the pipeline started reporting disruptions.

Drivers across the state paid an average of 16 cents more per gallon on gas this week after an unplanned pipeline outage limited the gasoline supply flowing into the Portland area.

09/15/2025

We so enjoyed meeting listeners, members, and folks who learned about KLCC for the first time at the Southeast Neighbors Annual Picnic in Eugene!

We invited folks to share with us some good news from their own lives, and during today's Morning Edition, host Love Cross read a few of them on the air.

Local voices make our community stronger! KLCC is proud to connect you with local news, perspectives, and events.

09/15/2025

The destructive Emerald Ash Borer beetle has been increasing its range in the U.S. for decades. After being found near Forest Grove in 2022, it’s been confirmed in five Oregon counties, as of mid-September.

The beetle is coming for Oregon Ash trees, but scientists and residents can help soften the blow.

The destructive Emerald Ash Borer beetle has been increasing its range in the U.S. for decades.

09/15/2025

Around 1,000 people gathered in Eugene Saturday evening at a candlelight vigil honoring conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was killed last week in Utah.

Around 1,000 people gathered in Eugene Saturday evening for a candlelight vigil honoring conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was killed last week in Utah.

09/14/2025

Tonight is the debut of "KLCC Presents"!

Each month, Sam Bond's Garage will host an event to highlight local and regional artists in collaboration with KLCC's Music programs.

Join Front Porch's Host Dan Plaster and KLCC staff as we welcome local Eugene bands Llorona and Whiteaker Hot Club on Sept 13th.

Llorona brings its own blend of Americana and Mexican Ghost Stories, while Whiteaker Hot Club offers its unique combination of Swing and Gypsy Jazz.

The show starts at 9pm with a cover charge of $5.

09/13/2025

What a beautiful day to spend with our neighbors! We are at Tugman Park in Eugene for the Eugene Southeast Neighbors Annual Picnic. 🌞

Got some good news in your life? Come write it on our Good News board. 🖊

09/13/2025

We are delighted to be at the Emerald Art Center for today's Downtown Springfield Second Friday Art Walk! Come enjoy some beautiful art, lovely live music, and say hello. 🎨