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The Torch is the independent student newspaper of Lane Community College in Eugene, Oregon. Contact: [email protected]
LIVE UPDATE 6:15PM: Tensions escalating as the ICE Out protest is officially declared an unlawful assembly, and protesters are instructed over a loudspeaker to leave the premises or face detention, criminal charges, or be exposed to chemical weapons. Video by Remi Steeves.

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ICE Out protest at the Eugene Federal Building
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January 31, 2026 at 2:38 AM
Eugene Police are on the scene at the Federal Building. Photos by Agostinho Da Silva
January 31, 2026 at 1:29 AM
Torch reporters (orange vests) taking photos of the Eugene Federal building during the ICE Out protest.
January 31, 2026 at 1:06 AM
LIVE UPDATE 4:49pm: "Eugene PD sounds like they'll be moving in to break up the crowd," - Torch reporter Michael Olson
January 31, 2026 at 12:50 AM
The Torch is on the ground again tonight at the Eugene Federal Building, watch this space for live updates.
January 31, 2026 at 12:49 AM
The Torch was on the scene Jan. 27 at the Eugene federal building. Video by Agostinho Da Silva showing the chaos that ensued when federal agents used a flash bang and teargas canisters while advancing on the crowd. Read more at: lcctorch.com/pepper-and-ice

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Pepper & ICE : ONA Vigil and ICE protest at EUGENE’s federal building turns into fleeing.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:50 PM