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Washington hits the accelerator on incentivizing the switch to electric vehicles
Transportation

Washington hits the accelerator on incentivizing the switch to electric vehicles

Last year, Gov. Jay Inslee said Washington will follow California’s lead and ban the sale of new gas-powered automobiles in the state by 2035.

Jun 22, 2023

County engineer to host community listening sessions for the 179th Street Access Management and Circulation Plan
Transportation

County engineer to host community listening sessions for the 179th Street Access Management and Circulation Plan

Clark County Public Works Director/County Engineer Ken Lader, with Deputy County Manager Amber Emery, is hosting several community listening sessions about the 179th Street Access Management and Ci…

Jun 20, 2023

TriMet Gresham maintenance facility expansion part of IBR
Transportation

TriMet Gresham maintenance facility expansion part of IBR

The Oregon Supreme Court has labeled the Columbia River Crossing (CRC) as a light rail project searching for a bridge, as concerns arise over the inclusion of a TriMet Ruby Junction maintenance fac…

Jun 19, 2023

Washington gas surpasses California gas prices, up $1.05 per gallon this year
Transportation

Washington gas surpasses California gas prices, up $1.05 per gallon this year

Washington surpasses California as the nation’s most expensive fuel market, with the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded reaching $4.89 due to rising fuel prices and the implementation of…

Jun 19, 2023

The Vine on Mill Plain set to open Oct. 1
Transportation

The Vine on Mill Plain set to open Oct. 1

C-TRAN’s second bus rapid transit line, The Vine on Mill Plain, will begin service on October 1, serving 37 new stations and improving transportation options in Vancouver’s Mill Plain corridor.

Jun 14, 2023

How will the IBR pay for the MAX light rail extension?
Transportation

How will the IBR pay for the MAX light rail extension?

The Interstate Bridge Replacement (IBR) program plans to finance the $1.32 to $1.99 billion cost of the TriMet’s MAX Yellow line light rail extension through contributions from Washington and Orego…

Jun 13, 2023

Washington second to only California in fuel price
Transportation

Washington second to only California in fuel price

Washington experiences its 19th consecutive week of rising fuel prices, with the average cost per gallon of regular unleaded reaching $4.81, largely attributed to the state’s new carbon tax program…

Jun 13, 2023

IBR successes and challenges after three and a half years
Transportation

IBR successes and challenges after three and a half years

The Interstate Bridge Replacement (IBR) project faces both successes, such as securing significant funding and approval for light rail as the transit component, and challenges, including the lack o…

Jun 8, 2023

Opinion: ‘Put tolling in front of voters’
Opinion

Opinion: ‘Put tolling in front of voters’

Long-time Clark County citizen and journalist Marvin Case shares his thoughts on tolling and light rail.

Jun 8, 2023

Opinion: Replacing the I-5 Bridge is not a solution for anything
Opinion

Opinion: Replacing the I-5 Bridge is not a solution for anything

Oregon legislature urged to reject $1 billion allocation for I-5 Interstate Bridge replacement and instead start planning for new bridges to tackle traffic congestion and provide redundancy in the…

Jun 6, 2023

Drivers to experience delays on SR 503 near Cougar, June 5-9
Transportation

Drivers to experience delays on SR 503 near Cougar, June 5-9

Expect delays on State Route 503 near Ariel and Cougar as Washington State Department of Transportation crews install a new culvert to improve roadway preservation and safety during heavy rainstorms.

Jun 4, 2023

Expect daytime delays on northbound I-5 in Vancouver for drainage work, June 5-8
Transportation

Expect daytime delays on northbound I-5 in Vancouver for drainage work, June 5-8

Possible delays expected on northbound Interstate 5 in Vancouver next week as Washington State Department of Transportation installs catch basins to prevent pooling and improve safety during heavy…

Jun 2, 2023

Clark County residents get first look at IBR details
Transportation

Clark County residents get first look at IBR details

The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program (IBR) held its first community forum, allowing citizens to view engineering plans for the I-5 corridor, including options for bridge designs, interchanges,…

Jun 1, 2023

Night time delays for guardrail installation on southbound I-5 in Woodland, May 31
Transportation

Night time delays for guardrail installation on southbound I-5 in Woodland, May 31

Travelers returning home from the extended weekend should expect nightly lane closures on southbound Interstate 5 in Woodland as a new guardrail is installed for improved safety.

May 31, 2023

Daytime delays on southbound I-5 continue in Vancouver, May 31-June 1
Transportation

Daytime delays on southbound I-5 continue in Vancouver, May 31-June 1

Paving work on southbound Interstate 5 in Vancouver aims to improve safety by installing catch basins to prevent pooling during heavy rainstorms, potentially causing delays for travelers.

May 30, 2023

Washington fuel prices spike over holiday weekend
Transportation

Washington fuel prices spike over holiday weekend

This holiday weekend price hike marks the 17th week this year of rising fuel prices for Washingtonians, following the implementation of the new carbon tax earlier this year.

May 30, 2023

Recreation sites and viewpoints remain open on State Route 504 to Milepost 43
Transportation

Recreation sites and viewpoints remain open on State Route 504 to Milepost 43

Recreational sites remain open for exploration at Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, with some trailheads and areas affected by the recent debris flow, while efforts are underway to asses…

May 25, 2023

Fuel prices increase ahead of Memorial Day weekend, up 76 cents this year
Transportation

Fuel prices increase ahead of Memorial Day weekend, up 76 cents this year

Washington experiences its 16th consecutive week of rising fuel prices, reaching $4.60 per gallon, fueled by the implementation of a new carbon tax, making it the fourth most expensive state for ga…

May 22, 2023