Incredible dashcam video gives a terrifying, front-row seat to the destructive EF2 tornado that recently tore through northeast Wisconsin. Watch as a driver gets caught directly inside the violent storm, capturing the exact moments trees are violently ripped from the ground and massive power poles crash into the roadway, throwing dangerous electrical sparks all around the vehicle. The powerful tornado caused widespread, catastrophic damage across Appleton, Menasha, and Neenah, completely flattening structures, tearing roofs off residential homes, and tossing large vehicles. Miraculously, this dashcam captured the sheer force of the storm from inside the intense cyclonic rotation.
Incredible video captures the harrowing moment a teenage lifeguard battled monster waves to save a young boy from drowning. The dramatic rescue unfolded on a beach in Santa Cruz, California, when a 16-year-old lifeguard rushed into the treacherous surf to pull a 10-year-old swimmer to safety. As huge waves relentlessly battered the teen, several bystanders attempted to jump in and help, but were pushed back by the intense, crashing surf. Eventually, a second lifeguard arrived to assist, and the pair successfully brought the young boy back to the beach. Paramedics evaluated the 10-year-old on the scene before safely releasing him to his relieved parents. The photographer who captured the stunning footage hopes the intense video serves as a powerful reminder for beachgoers to prioritize safety in the water.
The future of manufacturing is rapidly changing as China tests a new generation of AI-powered humanoid robots designed for real work environments. Moving beyond traditional industrial machines that only follow fixed, repetitive programs, tech companies in Beijing are developing advanced robots that can actually learn and adapt on busy factory floors. CNN's Mike Valerio takes us inside an underground lab where robotics companies like Galbot and Unitree are pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence integration. While some of these humanoid robots are currently inspecting facilities or entertaining crowds, industry experts predict these highly adaptable machines will become a common sight on commercial assembly lines within the next two years.
New immunization data from Eugene’s 4J School District shows major differences in vaccination coverage by school, with officials warning that lower-rate campuses face greater risk if a vaccine-preventable disease spreads.
Former White Bird Clinic workers and crisis responders are seeking funding to restore CAHOOTS-style mobile crisis response services in Eugene through Willamette Valley Crisis Care, with organizers using community listening sessions to gauge demand and explore funding options.
The Shedd Institute held their first annual “Cruisin’ Through the Decades” classic car show that celebrated Eugene’s heritage through the decades of cruising together and vehicles from multiple decades.
Adult international adoptees protested Friday outside Holt International's Eugene headquarters, calling for more accountability and transparency in international adoptions.
A company that started in Eugene nearly 30 years ago has announced it is relocating its operations to Houston, Texas, as part of an expansion and long-term growth strategy.
A group of protesters known as adult international adoptees protested outside Holt International’s Eugene office on Friday , calling for more accountability and transparency for international adoptions.
"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie has posted a heartbreaking new video to social media as the ongoing search for her missing mother nears the six-month mark. Eighty-four-year-old Nancy Guthrie vanished from her Tucson home on February 1st. While authorities suspect she was taken against her will, the family has endured months without answers or identified suspects. In her newly released Instagram video, Savannah emphasized that her family will "never stop looking" for Nancy. The family is continuing to offer a standing $1 million reward for any information that leads to her mother's whereabouts.
President Trump spoke with reporters aboard Air Force One while en route to Michigan on Monday, addressing a wide array of foreign and domestic policy issues in an unedited press gaggle. During the flight, the President claimed that the U.S. has "pretty much destroyed" Iran's military and that Iranian officials are now requesting direct meetings to negotiate. He also detailed ongoing efforts to rapidly rebuild U.S. ammunition stockpiles, which he stated were severely depleted by the Biden administration's military aid to Ukraine. On domestic matters, Trump pressured the Senate and Republican leadership to pass the SAVE Act—focusing on voter identification and proof of citizenship—and suggested terminating the legislative filibuster. He also touted the domestic auto industry, claiming Toyota is moving its operations from Mexico to the United States, and expressed his desire for the Federal Reserve to aggressively lower interest rates.
Brownsville drew thousands of visitors on Saturday for the annual Stand by Me Day to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the movie, with fans touring filming locations, meeting cast and crew, and ending the day with an outdoor screening in Pioneer Park.
The Hells Hill Fire southeast of Marcola remains about 9 acres and is about 44% contained, with officials crediting a fast, multi-agency response, private contractors, and new wildfire-camera technology for helping slow the blaze and detect fires sooner.
Young students completed 2026’s edition of Springfield’s Safety Town where kids up to five years in age learned a variety of vital life skills ranging from safely crossing the street to even gun safety.
Governor Kotek’s opponent in this year’s gubernatorial race, Republican State Sen. Christine Drazen, visited numerous manufacturing facilities in Eugene on July 23.
The driver who hit and killed a University of Oregon graduate student on a bike near campus earlier this year has been indicted on three felony charges that includes manslaughter.
In this week’s edition of In the Garden, Caleb Johnson with Johnson Brothers Garden Market gives an inside look on long-term bloomers, including echinacea, salvia, tall garden phlox, and reblooming daylilies, that also attract pollinators.
Douglas County commissioners approved a resolution, drafted by Commissioner Chris Boice, stating the board’s opposition to Douglas County being designated a sanctuary county; all three commissioners supported it, while saying the measure is a statement of opinion rather than law.
River Road Elementary’s summer SEAL program in Eugene is aimed at preventing the “summer slide” by combining academics with fun activities, while district officials say they want to expand access to more students in the future.
7-year-old Evan Lindland's specialized wheelchair was stolen while his family swam in just 15 to 20 yards away in the McKenzie River. Evan is blind, autistic and has additional physical disabilities. His family says without the wheelchair, he can't attend summer school or enjoy the outdoor adventures he loves.
Willamette Valley wineries are proving, once again, that they are amongst the finest in the world following this year’s Sunset International Wine Competition.
Executives from Peak Credit Union and local community leaders gathered at the site of the former Shari’s Restaurant location in the Gateway area for a groundbreaking ceremony.
As brutal summer temperatures sweep across Japan, a bizarre new invention is helping people survive the extreme heat: the "human refrigerator." With temperatures in Tokyo climbing close to 100 degrees Fahrenheit—and other parts of the country seeing days above 104 degrees Fahrenheit—Japan's weather agency has officially coined a new term for the dangerous weather: Kokushobi, or "cruelly hot days." To combat the rising threat, one company has designed a giant refrigerator specifically for humans. The wild invention is aimed at providing immediate relief for outdoor workers, such as construction and event staff, as part of a nationwide effort to reduce deadly heatstroke cases.
Lane County health officials are warning Oregon residents to use cooling centers, stay hydrated, and monitor for heat illness as high temperatures and wildfire smoke raise health risks across the region.
