Washington state drinking water, hydropower at risk as Pacific Northwest snowpack shrinks
DIABLO LAKE, North Cascades National Park — The clouds lifted by noon and wind screamed down the mountainsides. 1 day ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-13 00:06:02
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Can I get in trouble for giving the middle finger to a Washington cop? How the law works
KENNEWICK — The First Amendment covers a slew of protections promised to each American citizen. 10 hours ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-12 14:06:01
Plans to build Washington's largest wind farm held up again amid local controversy
SPOKANE — Nestled between the Yakima Valley and the Columbia River in southeast Washington, the fate of a wind-whipped range of hills has... 1 day ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-12 12:06:02
Bruce Willis' wife works on guide to caregiving
NEW YORK — The wife of Bruce Willis is working on a guide to caregiving that draws upon her experiences tending to the beloved actor,... 2 days ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-11 12:06:02
A love story in ink: Ridgefield couple memorializes moment with matching tattoos
Valentine's Day is just four days away and love is in the air. For some people, it's also on the skin. Could there be a more romantic... 2 days ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-11 12:06:02
Boys swimming: Tarik Kurta of Fort Vancouver, Lincoln Swift of Ridgefield are dual winners at 2A-1A district meet
Tarik Kurta of Fort Vancouver won two individual titles, as did Lincoln Swift of Ridgefield at the 2A-1A boys swimming district meet... 17 hours ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-11 07:06:01
Replacement of mayor still reverberates in Ridgefield
The dust-up over Ridgefield's recent change in leadership has yet to settle down. Several residents came to the city council's Thursday... 3 days ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-11 00:06:02
Memorial Lutheran Church: Midweek Worship Series – Events
Memorial Lutheran Church is hosting a seasonal midweek series, “Guided to the Cross” from 1 to 2 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays Feb. 1 week ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-11 00:06:02
What electric vehicle incentives are available in WA? Check our list
SEATTLE — It's a good time to buy an electric car. Some federal incentives are easier than ever to access, and the state is putting the... 1 day ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-11 00:06:01
Years after slaying of Washougal woman, family still looking for closure
Family members of Sandra Ladd, the 71-year-old Washougal grandmother found slain in her home in June 2020, say they are frustrated by what... 1 day ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-11 00:06:01
Vancouver Police Department lauds year-old body cam program, but some critics still wary
Vancouver police officers have been donning body cameras as a part of their uniforms for almost a year now. Department leaders say the... 1 day ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-11 00:06:01
In Our View: Waterfront Gateway a vital link for Vancouver
Food trucks. It's all about food trucks. Well, that's an exaggeration. It's not all about food trucks. But with city of Vancouver officials... 9 hours ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-10 15:06:03
Letter: Put cap on rent increases
The “free market” is not the solution to keeping renters in their homes. Ronald Reagan thought that was the answer 50 years ago and we now... 10 hours ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-10 14:06:03
Vital Statistics
Adrian Munoz Gonzalez, 24, Vancouver, and Alondra Celine Moore, 23, Vancouver. 10 hours ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-10 14:06:03
Camas girls roll past Emerald Ridge, clinches 4A state berth
CAMAS — The loudest roar from the crowd in Camas' 70-29 girls basketball victory Friday night over Emerald Ridge to clinch a state berth... 3 days ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-10 12:06:02
Inslee visits Vancouver elementary school, talks special education challenges with teachers, staff, parents
Rachel Wassner is a vocal parent. When her son began middle school, he started to slip. His school, Wassner said, couldn't provide the depth... 1 day ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-10 12:06:02
Claudia Carter and Philemon Reid exhibit at Clark College Bookstore – Events
In honor of Black History Month, the Vancouver NAACP produced an exhibit in the Clark College Bookstore window (located in Gaiser Hall on... 6 days ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-10 12:06:01
Repair Clark County returns after eight-month pause
Do you have household items that need fixing? A lamp that flickers, a torn garment or even a dull knife? 7 hours ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-10 05:06:02
Washington Senate strikes 'delicate' balance on rules for clergy reporting child abuse
Washington lawmakers are trying to thread the needle on when religious leaders must report child abuse. 1 day ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-10 00:06:02
I'll fight as long as I can, says Felida cancer patient Heather James
Since the beginning of the pandemic, Felida resident Heather James' journey with breast cancer has been an uphill battle. 1 day ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-10 00:06:02
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, U.S. Agriculture deputy secretary tour United Grain Export Terminal
U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez stood on top of the largest grain elevator on the West Coast, which is also the tallest structure in... 1 day ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-10 00:06:02
Former Ridgefield superintendent was highest-paid K-12 official in Washington last year
Former Ridgefield School District superintendent Nathan McCann was the highest-paid K-12 school official in... 3 days ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-10 00:06:01
Developer from Vancouver gets 2 in prison years for COVID-19 relief fraud
A real estate developer from Vancouver was sentenced Friday to nearly two years in federal prison for fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 relief... 13 hours ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-09 23:06:02
Paw enforcement on rise: Clark County law enforcement training new recruits for K-9 units
HOCKINSON — New members of Clark County law enforcement agencies are training to join the force — but these recruits have four paws. 21 hours ago
The Columbian | 2024-02-09 15:06:02