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Man on trial accused of murder in 2022 drive-by shooting on Fourth Plain in central Vancouver Updated 7 hours ago

A prosecutor on Tuesday promised to walk a Clark County jury through what began as a fatal car crash investigation but investigators later... 23 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-12 01:06:02

Letter: Look north to help Washington

When I first heard President Donald Trump's proposal to annex Canada as our 51st state, I thought it was just more uninformed bloviating... 5 days ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-12 00:06:04

7% rent increase cap approved by Washington House Free Updated 1 day ago

A bill to cap yearly rent increases cleared the Washington state House on Monday following a spirited debate on whether such limits will... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-12 00:06:02

Single Seniors Breakfast at Kitchen Table Cafe

Single Seniors will meet for breakfast at Kitchen Table Cafe, 705 N.E. 136th Ave. starting at 10 a.m. March 11. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-11 00:06:02

In Our View: Cheers & Jeers: Camp cleanup; pointless politics

Cheers: To the city of Vancouver for cleaning up a health hazard and eyesore. 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-10 13:06:02

‘Prime real estate’: Vancouver developer pushing forward with plans for Who Song & Larry’s site Subscriber Exclusive

Plans are nearly finished for a four-building mixed-use development just east of the Interstate 5 Bridge along the Columbia River,... 6 days ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-08 12:06:03

Cowlitz River smelt dips approved for March 12 and 15

Smelt dipping will return to the banks of the Cowlitz River as Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved recreational... 6 days ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-08 12:06:03

59-year-old Vancouver man ID’d as pedestrian killed in Salmon Creek crash

The Clark County Medical Examiner's Office on Friday identified the pedestrian struck and killed by a vehicle Tuesday night in Salmon Creek... 6 days ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-08 12:06:02

2A boys state basketball: Big-shooting Bremerton downs R.A. Long in 62-54 semifinal defeat Updated 6 hours ago

YAKIMA — In the toughest of defeats, the R.A. Long Lumberjacks held their heads high. Without question, R.A. Long's 62-54 loss to Bremerton... 8 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-08 04:06:04

(free) Magenta Theater presents Jam Session™ Spring Showcase

Magenta Theater presents “Jam Session Spring Showcase” at 6 p.m. March 15. Admission is free though donations are welcome. Exeprience our NEW LOOK! 5 days ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-08 00:06:04

City closes sound wall homeless camp along Mill Plain in west Vancouver

City of Vancouver workers erected a sign that declared “Property Closed to Camping” as they cleared tents Wednesday morning along West Mill... 1 week ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-08 00:06:02

1A girls state basketball: Seton Catholic’s 17-game win streak snapped in quarterfinal loss to Annie Wright

YAKIMA — The Seton Catholic girls basketball team gave credit where credit was due. Making the program's debut appearance at the Yakima... 4 days ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-07 12:06:03

2A boys state basketball: Selah runs away from Columbia River in quarterfinals Updated 1 day ago

Columbia River saw how quickly a good team can run away with a game in the quarterfinals of the Class 2A boys basketball state tournament. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-07 12:06:03

Pedestrian struck, killed at Salmon Creek intersection

A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle Tuesday night at the intersection of Northeast 29th Avenue and 147th Street in Salmon Creek. 1 week ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-07 12:06:02

Vancouver police arrest suspect in central Vancouver shooting that injured one Free

Vancouver police arrested a 20-year-old man and a 16-year-old boy who they say exchanged gunfire Tuesday afternoon in central Vancouver,... 1 week ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-07 12:06:02

Vancouver man suspected of assault, drive-by shooting held on $500,000 bail Updated 9 hours ago

A judge set bail at $500000 for a 20-year-old Vancouver man accused of shooting a 16-year-old boy in the back during a gunfight Tuesday... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-07 00:06:02

Vancouver’s first Montessori high school will open in August Subscriber Exclusive

Clark County Montessori parents, students and educators rallied together to open Southwest Washington's only Montessori high school in... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-06 14:06:01

1A boys state basketball: Seton Catholic comes back from 17-point deficit to down Cashmere in Round of 12 Updated 2 days ago

YAKIMA — A rollercoaster of emotions hit the Seton Catholic boys basketball team over the course of Wednesday's Class 1A State Round of 12... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-06 12:06:04

2A girls state basketball: Columbia River rides defense past Port Angeles, 38-33 Updated 1 day ago

Even when shots weren't falling, the Columbia River girls basketball team can rely on its defense. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-06 12:06:03

Second Saturday Work Party at Jane Weber Arboretum

The next Second Saturday work party at the Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum is 10 a.m. to noon March 8. Volunteers will enjoy the blooming daffodils and early... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-06 00:06:02

Renovations to Smith Tower in downtown Vancouver in limbo due to federal funding freeze Updated 14 hours ago

Construction on downtown Vancouver's recognizably round Smith Tower has come to a halt as the second Trump administration continues to... 16 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-05 20:06:01

Vancouver Federal Building on list of ‘non-core’ properties possibly to be sold by Trump administration Updated 16 hours ago

The Vancouver Federal Building was identified this week among those federal buildings the second Trump administration has deemed not... 17 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-05 19:06:01

Letter: Local service has value

For several years, the city of Vancouver used an outside office in Seattle to accept payments. 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-05 14:06:01

Memorial Lutheran Lenten Series: “Savior, Servant, Friend”

Memorial Lutheran Church, 2700 E. 28th St., Vancouver, will offer a midweek Lenten worship series, “Savior, Servant, Friend”, exploring the... 5 days ago

The Columbian | 2025-03-05 12:06:04