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Vancouver man arrested in Oregon; officials say he led multiple police agencies on chase that began in Astoria, Ore.

Deputies in Oregon arrested a Vancouver man who they said led multiple police agencies on a chase that began in Astoria, Ore., early Friday... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-31 00:06:02

Clark County stories worthy of a double take

Ceiling climber: A man, who Clark County deputies say locked himself inside a Hazel Dell Starbucks restroom and refused to exit, tried to... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-31 00:06:02

Clark County sheriff reflects on ups, downs of first year in office, says 'There's still a lot more work to do'

Clark County Sheriff John Horch's first year at the helm of the agency was one of relationship building — with community members,... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-31 00:06:02

Port of Camas-Washougal completes Lawton Creek work

CAMAS — The Port of Camas-Washougal has completed a mitigation project at Lawton Creek that will provide its Columbia River levee system... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-31 00:06:02

Homelessness, teacher and health care strikes and I-5 Bridge topped news in 2023 in Clark County

The long-simmering problem of homelessness boiled into a crisis in 2023, making it The Columbian's top story of the year, up from the No. 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-30 15:06:02

Clark County history: Charles Shumway

Vancouver's new school superintendent, Charles Shumway, and his wife traveled from Milo, Iowa, to Vancouver in 1895. 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-30 15:06:02

Police Activities League of Southwest Washington hosts Shop with a Cop

EAST VANCOUVER — On Dec. 2, the Police Activities League of Southwest Washington hosted the “Southwest Regional Shop with a Cop” event at... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-30 14:06:02

Washington lawmakers rewriting 2024 transportation agenda

If it were up to him, Sen. Marko Liias would focus solely on traffic safety in the 2024 legislative session. But as the cost of highway... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-30 14:06:01

Embezzlement of Oregon weekly newspaper's funds forces it to lay off entire staff and halt print

PORTLAND — An Oregon weekly newspaper has had to lay off its entire staff and halt print after 40 years because its funds were embezzled by... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-30 12:06:02

What stores are open and closed for New Year's Eve 2023? See hours for Walmart, Target, Costco and more

It's just about time to celebrate New Year's Eve and say goodbye to 2023. Preparing for a midnight toast and more year-end festivities may... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-30 12:06:01

Hood River Bridge reopens to traffic in Columbia River Gorge

The Hood River-White Salmon Interstate Bridge in the Columbia River Gorge was closed in both directions due to maintenance issues for about... 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-30 00:06:02

A year of Yum: Food writer rounds up the best foodie moments in Clark County in 2023

When 2023 began, I never would have thought I'd end up interviewing Princess Diana's personal chef in the Living Hope Church parking lot. 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-30 00:06:02

Vancouver police's stolen-car sting nets drug and felony warrant arrests

Vancouver police arrested a suspected car thief and others accused of a variety of crimes during a stolen vehicle sting. 16 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-29 20:06:02

Where and when fireworks are allowed on New Year's Eve in Clark County

Along with a cup of holiday cheer, many folks will be looking to ring in the new year with fireworks, but residents should remember that... 16 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-29 20:06:01

The new Washington state laws taking effect in January 2024

Restrictions on testing workers for marijuana use, a waiting period for firearm purchases, stronger voting rights for Washington residents... 20 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-29 16:06:02

Homelessness Year in Review: Progress, setbacks seen in Clark County in 2023

This was a big year for local efforts to address housing affordability and homelessness. To kick off the year, Vancouver voters renewed the... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-29 15:06:01

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center CEO Gregory resigns

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center CEO Sean Gregory has resigned after seven years in the role. Gregory's last day of work was Dec. 15. 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-29 14:06:01

Ethics complaint alleges Clark County auditor mishandled 2022 voter registration challenge of candidate facing voter ...

Vancouver attorney Angus Lee on Thursday filed an ethics complaint against Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey. He alleges Kimsey's handling of... 20 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-29 04:06:01

'I've always been fascinated by faces': Vancouver man collects 300 autographs of celebrities

When Todd Sheets sent an admiring letter to former President Ronald Reagan, the cordial reply he received was tagged “photo enclosed,” but... 6 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-29 00:06:03

School officials urge state to extend emergency graduation waiver in Washington

School districts are hoping the State Board of Education will extend the emergency high school graduation waiver for the class of 2024,... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-29 00:06:01

Call for fall quickly gets complicated for Clark County Fire District 6 in Hazel Dell

Rescue crews helped an injured woman back to safety after she fell down an embankment Thursday morning on Northeast Hazel Dell Avenue,... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-29 00:06:01

Sky is the limit for Vancouver Audubon's Young Birder's Club

Retired folks aren't the only people who enjoy observing birds as a hobby. Teenagers Jackson Wolfe and Katie Warner lead Vancouver Audubon's... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-28 15:06:02

Vancouver career program Next prepares young adults 16 to 24 years old for future

Thousands of young adults have passed through Next's doors in Vancouver since it opened in 2018. They've received career coaching,... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-28 15:06:02

Clark County to begin construction on Klineline shelter

Clark County Public Works will begin construction of a new picnic shelter in the Klineline Pond area of Salmon Creek Regional Park in... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-28 14:06:02