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Letter: C-Tran express service is needed

Just an observation from a person who would love to see express transit service from the Vancouver Mall Transit Center to downtown and the... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-08 14:06:02

Clark County health worker report

The Washington State Department of Health took disciplinary actions or has withdrawn charges against these Clark County providers. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-08 12:06:01

Man killed in early morning shooting in Maplewood neighborhood

A man was killed in an early morning shooting in the Maplewood neighborhood Saturday in Vancouver, the Vancouver Police Department said. 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-07 12:06:01

Battle Ground lawmaker proposes bill that would pay landlords who reduce rent or keep it the same

Rep. Greg Cheney, R-Battle Ground, is proposing a bill this upcoming legislative session to pay back Washington landlords who reduce rents... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-07 12:06:01

Two Clark County men are among hundreds convicted in Jan. 6 riots

Two Clark County men were among the hundreds of people convicted in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-07 00:06:02

Ballot initiatives cast shadow over Washington legislative session

Housing. Transportation. Behavioral health. Public safety. Climate change. Education. Legislative leaders and Gov. Jay Inslee said Thursday... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-07 00:06:01

Man killed in early morning shooting in Harney Heights neighborhood

A man was killed in an early morning shooting in the Harney Heights neighborhood Saturday in Vancouver, the Vancouver Police Department said... 17 hours ago

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

No place to go: For homeless in Clark County, accessible restrooms are few and far between

When nature calls, maybe the nearest toilet is just down the hall. Or if you're out and about, maybe you stop at a coffee shop. 9 hours ago

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

Applicants sought for Vancouver police panel

The city of Vancouver is seeking community members to join a committee to advise the city manager on police issues. 10 hours ago

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

First Friday at Burnt Bridge Cellars – Events

Burnt Bridge Cellars, 1500 Broadway St., Vancouver, hosts an event from 5 to 8 p.m. every first Friday of the month in conjunction with... 5 months ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-06 12:06:04

Jack Hathaway steps down as head football coach at Camas High School

Papermakers were 22-11 in three seasons under Hathaway. 2 days ago

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

'Big deal for Clark County': Law enforcement, governor hail opening of police training academy

Officials celebrated Friday's opening of a regional law enforcement training academy in Vancouver, which they say will help agencies... 8 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-06 04:06:01

Vancouver men facing federal drug charges after undercover officers uncover meth deal

Two Vancouver men are facing federal drug charges after undercover officers say the pair arranged to buy more than $100000 worth of... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-06 03:06:02

Teen kills 6th grader, wounds 5 others and takes own life in Iowa high school shooting, police say

PERRY, Iowa (AP) — A day after a shooting sent bullets flying inside a small-town Iowa high school, leaving a sixth grader dead and five... 3 days ago

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

Vancouver author describes solitude amid COVID pandemic in new book

Vancouver resident Victor Griggs, who has cerebral palsy, never realized the power of his voice until he began expressing himself through... 3 days ago

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

Kiggins Theatre gets a little help from its friends

Who knew that a chair could turn out to be such a complicated, costly machine? Not even retired Hewlett-Packard engineer Joe Barbera,... 12 hours ago

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

Vancouver Public Schools alters routes after buses arrived at some schools an hour late

Vancouver Public Schools made comprehensive changes to school bus routes across the district over the winter break, citing a need to... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-05 15:06:01

Letter: City should look at Fourth Plain site

The city of Vancouver is apparently considering sites for a new Safe Stay Community or a safe parking zone for people who are living in... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-05 14:06:02

Camas official seeks consensus on Everett Street Corridor project as plan aims to boost safety for cyclists, pedestrians ...

CAMAS — A month after Camas residents packed the Camas City Council's Nov. 20 workshop, city officials were at it again to discuss the... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-05 14:06:01

Enrollment woes leave Washington school closures on the table

Despite a slight increase in public school enrollment statewide, school closures and consolidations within the next few years are still... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-05 14:06:01

Brother of triple murderer accused of burglarizing site of murder-suicide in Orchards

A Vancouver man is accused of burglarizing the Orchards home of the family of five killed in a December murder-suicide. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-05 12:06:01

Outgoing Woodland mayor lays off top city officials with six months severance

WOODLAND — As one of his last acts as Woodland's mayor, Will Finn let go two top city officials and a high-ranking police officer with... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-05 03:06:01

Vancouver police didn't make any DUI arrests New Year's Eve, despite increased patrols

Vancouver police increased traffic enforcement over the New Year holiday weekend but officers did not make any DUI arrestsNew Year's Eve,... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-05 00:06:02

Salt & Straw ready to dig in on Vancouver's waterfront at chain's 40th store

Salt & Straw opened in 2011 with a food cart and four $16 used ice cream makers. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-01-05 00:06:02