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Vancouver Housing Authority closes voucher waitlist due to rising rents

Vancouver Housing Authority closed its waitlist for housing vouchers in December due to rising rents in Clark County. The waitlist had been... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-24 00:06:01

Suspect arrested in Clark County after allegedly stealing car with children inside in Portland

A woman was arrested Monday in Clark County following a high-speed chase on Interstate 5 that started in Portland after she allegedly stole... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-24 00:06:01

Clark County nonprofit Restored & Revived changes hundreds of lives

Many think of Jahnea Lecouris as their best friend. For some, a mother. For others, a role model. She's stood by many people during dark... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-23 15:06:01

Vancouver sinkhole that swallowed SUV wasn't caused by weather

The Washington Street sinkhole that partially swallowed an SUV early Saturday wasn't connected to last week's weather, according to the city... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-23 12:06:01

Boys Basketball Roundup: Olson scores school-record 45 as Mark Morris beats Fort Vancouver

Braydon Olson scored 45 points to break Mark Morris' single-game record as the Monarchs beat Fort Vancouver 99-31 on Monday in Vancouver. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-23 12:06:01

Clark College, Washington State University Vancouver aim to simplify transfer process

A new program promises to ease Clark College students' transfer to Washington State University Vancouver. 7 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-23 05:06:02

Crash on I-5 north near Ridgefield sends seven to hospitals

Seven people were taken to area hospitals Sunday after a Portland woman crashed into pickups that were waiting for lane closures to make... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-23 02:06:01

Vehicle caught in Vancouver sinkhole

A broken water main caused a sinkhole that consumed a vehicle early Saturday morning in Vancouver. A sports utility vehicle drove into the... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-23 00:06:01

'This bridge is a lifeline': Hood River bridge replacement gets $200M from feds

The Hood River-White Salmon Bridge replacement project received a $200 million federal grant, federal and local officials announced Monday. 14 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-22 22:06:02

Dave's Hot Chicken plans to open in Hazel Dell

California restaurant Dave's Hot Chicken is opening its first Clark County location in Hazel Dell later this year. 14 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-22 22:06:02

Prairie, Mountain View remain at 3A, Fort Vancouver drops to 1A as next reclassifications are set

The 4A and 3A Greater St. Helens League will remain unchanged, and Fort Vancouver will drop down to 1A to join a growing Trico League as the... 19 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-22 17:06:02

Amtrak extends suspension of train service through Tuesday morning

Amtrak has suspended its Seattle to Portland train service through Tuesday morning, following a landslide north of Vancouver that has... 8 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-22 16:06:02

It's just how we roll now: Lane reconfiguration is 'the new normal' in Vancouver, but some have concerns

Nearly every day, Joe and Laurie Arndt see someone running a stop sign on McGillivray Boulevard, the roomy four-lane road that runs between... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-22 15:06:01

Amtrak service disrupted by landslide north of Vancouver

SEATTLE — A landslide north of Vancouver has disrupted passenger train service between Seattle and Portland, Oregon, until Sunday night,... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-22 00:06:02

Shoppers love WA's move to block Kroger-Albertsons merger, but legal experts are puzzled

A lawsuit by Washington state to block a proposed $25 billion merger between grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons is getting some qualified... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-21 15:06:02

Inmate dies at Clark County Jail after apparent suicide

An inmate died by an apparent suicide at the Clark County Jail on Friday, Clark County Communications reported. Rodger Williams was found... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-21 02:06:02

Man dies after struck by vehicle near Clark County Fairgrounds

A man was killed after being struck by a vehicle on NW 179th Street near the Clark County Fairgrounds on Saturday morning, the Clark County... 23 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-21 01:06:02

YWCA Clark County's CEO says 'Ours is a very big mission'

The YWCA operates Clark County's only domestic violence shelter, which can house 45 people at one time. That's not big enough to help all... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-21 00:06:02

Clark County Assessor's office specialists answer property tax queries

Property tax exemption specialists from the Clark County Assessor's office will be available to answer questions and enroll property owners... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-20 14:06:02

Is this bout of snow and ice finally on its way out of Clark County?

For the first time in days, Clark County wasn't under a winter weather watch or warning from the National Weather Service. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-20 12:06:01

Clark Asks: If a tree falls into your home … what then?

A Columbian reader emailed us during this week's winter storm to ask what to do if a tree falls through your house. Fortunately — or, rather... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-19 15:06:02

Looking for something lighter? These 5 salads at Vancouver eateries worth the trip

Now that holiday feasts are over, we're ready to turn our intentions toward eating better. Here are five great salads that make healthy... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-19 14:06:02

Clark County school districts add makeup days due to icy weather

A drawn-out week of on-and-off snow and ice has kept Southwest Washington at a standstill, but most kids probably wouldn't complain too... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-19 12:06:01

3 Clark County agencies to get $19M total to boost affordable housing

Several Clark County agencies are the recipients of nearly $19 million in state funding to build more affordable housing. 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-19 03:06:01