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Pedestrian killed Monday identified as 76-year-old Vancouver man

The Clark County Medical Examiner's Office identified a 76-year-old Vancouver man as the pedestrian who was struck and killed Monday in a... 12 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-17 00:06:02

Washington hauls in nearly $900M from first year of capital gains tax

Washington's new capital gains tax brought in $890 million in its first year, state officials said Wednesday. 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-17 00:06:02

'Nobody is exempt from drowning' but new tech being tested at Marshall Pool in Vancouver could prevent tragedy

It's always exciting to be on the cutting edge of technology, but one new device on display in Vancouver is really making waves. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-17 00:06:01

A fine balance: Vancouver juggles protecting trees, managing growth as population expands

As Wayne Nussbaum took his dog for a stroll around the neighborhood, he stopped in confusion at the site of multiple tree stumps along a... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-16 15:06:01

Vital Statistics

Charles Edward Hankel Jr., 46, Vancouver, and Shannon Mariannina Soriano, 48, Vancouver. 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-16 14:06:02

Weather Eye: White Christmas unlikely, and other winter predictions

When will the north wind blow? When will we have snow? When will you tell me what I want to know? So right now, my friends, here we go. 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-16 14:06:01

Poll: Washingtonians worried, anxious about the 2024 election

Washington voters across the political spectrum are already looking toward next year's presidential elections with trepidation and concern,... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-16 14:06:01

Suspect in custody after shots fired at Portland airport; no injuries reported

A Kennewick woman was arrested Tuesday night, accused of firing shots near a security checkpoint at Portland International Airport. 20 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-16 04:06:01

Absci announces new partnership, records loss for Q3

Vancouver biotechnology company Absci announced a new dermatological drug partnership Tuesday, along with continued financial losses and... 20 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-16 04:06:01

Washougal physician assistant's license permanently revoked; Scott Miller failed to respond to board

A health law judge has permanently revoked the license of Washougal physician assistant Scott C. Miller, according to the Washington Medical... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-16 03:06:01

House funding bill to cut Washington child care services

The U.S. House of Representatives is weighing a funding bill for the departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education that may... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-16 01:06:02

Advocates want to see recycling rates in Clark County, state climb beyond already solid numbers

Washington's recycling rate soars beyond the rest of the country, but leaders in the state's waste and recycling industry want this number... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-15 15:06:02

Clark County Council approves $3 million in ARPA funds to start public defenders office

After many starts and stops and years of input from attorneys and court and county officials, Clark County is getting a public defense... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-15 15:06:02

Clark County homes are larger on average than Portland's; extra square footage is driving up prices

Homes in Vancouver are much larger on average than similarly priced homes in Portland. It's an attractive quality of Vancouver for buyers... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-15 15:06:02

Judge gives Oregon State, Washington State full control of Pac-12 and millions of dollars in assets

A judge granted Oregon State and Washington State a preliminary injunction Tuesday in their legal battle with 10 departing Pac-12 schools,... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-15 12:06:02

Vancouver sets hearing on warehouse code, proposes changes to rules for large structures

With Vancouver's yearlong warehouse moratorium set to expire on Dec. 6, the Vancouver City Council will host a public hearing on the... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-15 03:06:02

Soil sampling to determine cleanup plan for Ridgefield yards dealing with Pacific Wood Treating contaminants

Toxic remnants from a wood treating facility's operations linger in Ridgefield residents' yards decades after the company halted operations,... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-15 00:06:02

One of the cleaner and safer homeless camps, 'City Hall camp' to be removed to make way for Vancouver development

One of Vancouver's most visible encampments — dubbed the “city hall camp” by some locals due to its proximity to the building — will be... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-15 00:06:02

Jurassic Quest exhibit of life-sized dinosaurs heads to Clark County Event Center

A traveling exhibit of life-size dinosaur models will stop in Clark County the weekend after Thanksgiving. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-15 00:06:02

Weather Eye: Nov. 13 frequently brings notable weather to region

I have some random thoughts to share with you from my memories. As I sat down to write my column Monday afternoon, I recalled weather events... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-15 00:06:02

Battle Ground Public Schools will put technology and security levy on February ballot

Battle Ground Public Schools' board of directors voted Monday evening to approve a resolution for a capital levy to be placed on the Feb. 13 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-14 23:06:02

WA ballot rejections more likely for young voters, people of color

Black, Asian and Latino voters in Washington are much more likely than white voters to have their ballots rejected, according to new... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-14 14:06:01

Kaiser Permanente pharmacy techs, imaging specialists continue strike amid ongoing contract negotiations

More than 900 imaging specialists and pharmacy technicians at Kaiser Permanente are continuing to strike across Oregon and Southwest... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-14 12:06:02

House readies test vote on impeaching Mayorkas

WASHINGTON — The House is holding a test vote Monday on whether to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, a step usually... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-14 12:06:02