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In surprise, Clark County councilors vote to increase property taxes

Raising property taxes is often a hot stove for politicians in the Southwest Washington county, particularly for conservatives. 1 day ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-12-07 12:06:01

Vancouver, Washington, opens 3rd Safe Stay village for unhoused residents

After spearheading three tiny home-style shelter communities, city officials continue to view them positively — and plan to open the fourth... 3 days ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-11-25 12:06:02

Southwest Washington leaders say fentanyl prompting shifts in homelessness rules

A new Clark County law will soon put greater restrictions on sleeping outside, a move that county officials said is driven by the dual... 6 days ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-11-10 00:06:02

PeaceHealth workers begin strike in Southwest Washington

More than 1,300 health care workers at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver and PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center in Longview... 3 days ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-10-23 12:06:02

New I-5 bridge plans suggest precarious construction near dozens of homes in Vancouver

The plans have stirred up old feelings for some who remember how the Columbia River Crossing planned to demolish homes. Brenda Palmer, 66... 7 hours ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-06-14 17:06:02

Suspect fatally shot by Vancouver police aimed at officers, possibly fired, body camera footage shows

Vancouver Police Chief Jeff Mori released the footage of three Vancouver police officers a day after investigators named the involved... 22 hours ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-06-10 02:06:02

Two-alarm fire destroys several Vancouver businesses in Salmon Creek

A fire at an industrial complex in Salmon Creek destroyed at least seven businesses, according to Clark County fire officials. 18 hours ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-06-07 18:06:02

Investigators ID man shot and killed by police in Vancouver

Questions still remain about the shooting, but court records show how a bowling alley burglary and a gas station robbery played a part. 11 hours ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-06-06 01:06:02

Love leads to monumental artworks for Vancouver, Washington, metal sculptors

Husband-and-wife Jennifer Corio and Dave Frei worked in the high-tech world of Hewlett Packard. A simple smile brought the two together. 11 hours ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-06-03 13:06:01

Vancouver police will release body camera footage of fatal shooting, but no date set

Three Vancouver officers and a Clark County Sheriff's Office deputy reportedly opened fire on a man suspected of multiple armed robberies. 2 days ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-06-03 00:06:02

Vancouver police shoot and kill suspect reportedly tied to multiple robberies

Police in Vancouver shot and killed a man Tuesday who they say was wanted in connection with multiple armed robberies. 2 days ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-06-01 00:06:02

Weekday Wrap: Another major development planned for Vancouver waterfront

The city is moving forward with plans to build a mixed-use development and boardwalk on the Vancouver waterfront directly east of the... 7 hours ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-04-20 17:06:01

Vancouver aims to regulate short-term rental units

Vancouver has between 250 to 400 units available to rent for short stays through Airbnb, VRBO and other sites, according to data collected... 18 hours ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-04-19 18:06:01

New play focuses on life and death of Vancouver trans teen

Nikki Kuhnhausen was a trans teen killed in a hate crime in Vancouver, WA in 2019. The new play, “American Girl,” is by playwright Mikki... 9 hours ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-04-10 15:06:01

Vancouver police to start wearing body cameras

Nearly four years after a spate of police shootings in Southwest Washington, Vancouver officers will start wearing body cameras this week. 1 day ago

Oregon Public Broadcasting | 2023-02-21 00:06:02