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Gluesenkamp Perez dishes on gas prices, energy policy and electric vehicles Free

Democratic U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez is making an impression on colleagues seven months into her first term, as she tries to forge a... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-11 14:06:01

Report: Crime up in Clark County and Washington

Crime rose in Clark County and Washington last year, bucking what appears to be a downward trend nationally, according to a statewide report... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-11 12:06:01

Washington GOP leaders propose bill to allow opting out of Washington Cares Act

The state's top Republican legislative leaders on Monday announced a proposed bill that would allow Washington workers to opt out of the... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-11 01:06:01

Vancouver road-rage shooter sentenced to 30 years in prison

A man convicted last month in a 2021 road-rage shooting was sentenced Wednesday in Clark County Superior Court to 30 years in prison. 12 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-11 00:06:01

Ridgefield troubled waters: Failures in stormwater system send runoff into an already ailing Gee Creek

RIDGEFIELD — When heavy rains hit Southwest Washington last winter, a section of hillside in the Osprey Pointe neighborhood in Ridgefield... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-11 00:06:01

Disgraced sports doctor Larry Nassar stabbed multiple times at Florida federal prison: AP sources

WASHINGTON (AP) — Disgraced sports doctor Larry Nassar, who was convicted of sexually abusing Olympic and college female gymnasts,... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-11 00:06:01

Vancouver man accused of shooting outside 1-year-old's birthday party

A Vancouver man is accused of shooting another man in the stomach during an argument outside a 1-year-old's June birthday party in east... 14 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-10 22:06:01

Tunnel Five Fire 80% contained; Highway 14 remains closed in the Gorge

State Highway 14 remains closed in the Columbia River Gorge for a stretch west of White Salmon due to the Tunnel Five Fire. 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-10 15:06:01

Handprints for IDs? State liquor board discusses biometrics for alcohol sales

The power to purchase alcoholic beverages in Washington could soon be in the palm of your hand – if you're of legal drinking age of course. 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-10 14:06:01

Why are we still mismanaging beavers in the Northwest?

Recognition that American beavers are a vital and often missing component of riverine habitats is growing nationwide, especially in the... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-10 14:06:01

How to Plan Your Upcoming Vancouver Move

Vancouver, Washington has become one of the Northwest's most popular destinations in 2023. This Clark County city has a distinct charm that... 12 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-10 12:06:02

Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries breaks ground on new Woodland facility

WOODLAND — As part of Woodland's Planters Day festivities, Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries invited the public to take part in helping... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-09 12:06:03

Hayden Island holds its breath as Interstate Bridge Project takes shape

HAYDEN ISLAND — Michael Brady stood on a floor of painted roses and held his left arm out. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-09 00:06:01

Conservatives go to red states and liberals go to blue as the country grows more polarized

STAR, Idaho — Once he and his wife, Jennifer, moved to a Boise suburb last year, Tim Kohl could finally express himself. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-09 00:06:01

Local man eyes downtown Vancouver for grocery store

A local entrepreneur wants to open a grocery market in downtown Vancouver and sell only independent and noncorporate-produced goods. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-09 00:06:01

Heat creates risk for Clark County's homeless

With temperatures in the upper 90s earlier this week in Clark County, health officials have advised people to stay indoors with air... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-09 00:06:01

Vancouver wells see a slight drop in PFAS

The city of Vancouver's latest round of sampling showed the amount of “forever chemicals,” or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances,... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-09 00:06:01

Oneonta Gorge hike: Decision to keep going can be best decision

We'd hiked past a few waterfalls on this trail, and I figured that it was time to return on this out-and-back hike, although up ahead,... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-09 00:06:01

Six killed when small plane crashes, bursts into flames in field near Southern California airport

MURRIETA, Calif. (AP) — Six people were killed when a small plane crashed and burst into flames in a field during the second of two landing... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-09 00:06:01

Fast-moving fire damages Salmon Creek home, vehicle and motorhome

A fast-moving residential fire suspected of starting in a garage damaged a Salmon Creek home, as well as a vehicle and motorhome on the... 14 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-08 22:06:01

The past, future of Silver Star: ‘The vision plan will come to fruition over the next 50 years’

An exceptionally dry summer, a “devil wind” blowing from east to west and, unfortunately, boys messing around with fire led to the kind of... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-08 14:06:01

Former Camas principal accuses district of wrongful termination

A former Camas School District administrator known by many as “the founding father” of the district's project based learning schools is... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-08 14:06:01

Letter: WA Cares is essential lifeline

Like Paid Family and Medical Leave, WA Cares will be an incredible support for Washington workers. Just as we pay into programs like... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-08 13:06:01

Top Stories: Tunnel Five Fire; Fireworks fires cause $1M in damage; Ridgefield sports complex

Here are the top stories on columbian.com this week: 23 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-08 13:06:01