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Coroner's probe reveals LA maintenance man was Washington rape suspect believed long dead

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A coroner's investigation into the death of a man in Los Angeles last month revealed that he was a suspect in a 2008... 15 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-15 21:06:01

Seat belt saved passenger's life on Boeing 737 jet that suffered a blowout, new lawsuit says

SEATTLE (AP) — More passengers who were aboard an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 jet when part of its fuselage blew out in January are suing... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-15 15:06:01

Vancouver police ask for help to find missing 12-year-old boy

The Vancouver Police Department is asking for the public's help to find a missing 12-year-old boy. 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-15 14:06:02

Vital Statistics, March 15, 2024

Alexander John Swanson, 27, Vancouver, and Lyndsie Esther Maan, 23, Vancouver. 24 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-15 12:06:02

'Spring has sprung' in Clark County as temperatures to hit 70s

Hey, has anybody seen my shorts? After what seems like the third month of January, Vancouver and Clark County are in for some sweet payback... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-15 03:06:02

Camas man hit, killed by train is identified

The Clark County Medical Examiner's Office has identified the 68-year-old Camas man who was fatally struck by a train Tuesday near downtown... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-15 03:06:01

All-Region boys swimming: Tarik Kurta, Fort Vancouver

Tarik Kurta has some advice for any middle schooler thinking about giving swimming a try in high school, whether that's at Fort Vancouver or... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-15 00:06:02

Boeing accused of overwriting security footage of door plug repair after panel blowout

Boeing security footage, which may have offered insight into how a door panel blew off an Alaska Airlines plane mid-flight,... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-15 00:06:01

'This is a blessing': Hazel Dell woman moves into a new home after months in 'uninhabitable' trailer

Casey Jewell let out a laugh as her dogs, Hugo and Rox, licked her face. Her laughter mixed with the chatter of a game show playing on TV... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-15 00:06:01

While the Portland area continues to lose residents, Clark County's population is growing

While the Portland metropolitan area's population continues to decrease, Clark County's population has steadily increased since 2020,... 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-15 00:06:01

Vancouver Public Schools approves $35M in cuts despite community pleas

Vancouver Public Schools' board of directors unanimously approved $35 million in budget reductions at Tuesday night's meeting — despite a... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-15 00:06:01

Entrepreneur Panel: Going Full-Time – Events

Join Janelle Kountz of Swirlz, Jessica Chan of Pop-Local and Night Market Vancouver and Chad Peterson of Columbia River Financial Group for a panel... 45 minutes ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-14 23:21:02

La Center man faces drive-by shooting changes in incidents in Kelso, Woodland

LONGVIEW — A La Center man is facing four criminal charges, including two counts of drive-by shooting, for his alleged involvement in two... 13 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-14 23:06:01

Inslee seeks ouster of regulatory leader amid tumult at agency

The chair of the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission is under fire over the use of a racial slur and his passive response to... 20 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-14 16:06:01

Try this: Paddy Hough Parade, St. Patrick's Day shenanigans, 'Next to Normal'

The Paddy Hough Parade will assemble at 11:30 a.m. Friday in front of Hough Elementary School at 1900 Daniels St., Vancouver. 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-14 13:06:02

Patron Saint of Knives sharpens blades at his Vancouver workshop – and he's looking for an apprentice

If you've ever tried to cut a tomato with a dull blade, you know why it's important to keep knives sharp. But who can restore your worn... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-14 13:06:02

Vancouver's The Giving Closet gets a $150000 lifeline from foundation

The Giving Closet, a nonprofit store in Vancouver that offers free donated clothes, food and toys to low-income families, received its... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-14 12:06:01

Vancouver School of Arts and Academics presents “Noises Off” – Events

The Theatre Department at Vancouver School of Arts and Academics presents “Noises Off,” with showtimes at 7 p.m. March 7, 8, 9, 14,... 5 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-14 07:06:02

Clark County Sheriff's Office says they've connected suspect to $180K in stolen property

Two weeks after seeking tips about a suspected trailer thief, Clark County Sheriff's Office investigators said they believe they've... 14 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-13 22:06:02

The worst pavement panels on I-5 north of Vancouver will be fixed this summer

Some of the roughest sections of Interstate 5 in Clark County are slated to be upgraded this summer. The Washington State Department of... 14 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-13 22:06:01

Trader Joe's $3 mini totes went viral on TikTok. Now, they're reselling for hundreds

NEW YORK — Trader Joe's mini canvas tote is the latest item to cause a stir on social media, so much so that resellers are taking advantage... 16 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-13 20:06:01

Vancouver Public Schools board meeting: $35 million in cuts

Fort Vancouver High School choir teacher Benjamin Bouton addresses the Vancouver Public Schools board Tuesday, March 12, 2024,... 18 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-13 18:06:02

American Association of University Women Vancouver meeting – Events

The American Association of University Women Vancouver is meeting from 10 a.m. to noon March 16 at Umpqua Bank Community Room, 101 E. Sixth St., Vancouver. 18 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-13 18:06:02

Washington has most burglaries per capita by far, according to study of FBI crime data

Washington has the highest burglary rate of any state in the U.S., according to an analysis of FBI crime data conducted by Suzuki Law... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-13 15:06:01