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Bi-State Bridge Committee continues discussions on replacing Interstate Bridge
States reengage on a replacement for the Interstate Bridge to avoid repaying the federal government $140 million.
Crash backs up traffic on northbound I-5 near La Center
A multi-vehicle crash caused a backup of traffic for several miles on Interstate 5 near La Center Wednesday afternoon.
Transportation officials grateful for Clark County commuters
Washington and Oregon officials appreciated the patience and planning by drivers last week as work was being done on the Interstate Bridge.
Interstate Bridge northbound reopens nearly two day ahead of schedule
All lanes of I-5 are back open across the Interstate Bridge northbound, following early completion of a project to repair the lift mechanism on the span.
I-5 Northbound bridge closure nears end, minus the feared ‘carmageddon’
Despite a bad Friday commute, the week of the northbound Interstate Bridge closure on I-5 was largely much better than expected.
Tolling: ‘You’re actually going to make things worse’
Clark County Today continues its examination into Oregon’s proposed tolling plans for I-205 and I-5 with a look at the potential of traffic diversion.
Paving work to close lanes on Mill Plain Blvd near I-205
Lane closures and paving work are coming to a stretch of East Mill Plain Blvd this week.
Video: A look at the Interstate Bridge changes
A quick view of what the lane configurations will be on the Interstate Bridge for the next week or so.
A crash course on how not to crash during the rescheduled I-5 Bridge closure
Beginning Sept. 19 and lasting through Sept. 27, the initial closure will shut down all three bridge lanes of I-5 north and have drivers share the remaining three lanes on I-5 south. Later in Septe…
TRANSPORTATION: What is the ‘purpose and need’ for I-205 Tolls?
Clark County Today continues an examination of Oregon’s plan for tolling on I-5 and I-205 throughout the region with an in-depth look into the “purpose and needs’’ for I-205 tolls.
$7 billion Portland Metro transportation measure at risk
The “largest local government financing request in Oregon history” at risk of defeat at polls. Transportation measure would impact Clark County residents in multiple ways.
BREAKING: Nine-day Interstate Bridge closure project delayed due to wildfires
Oregon transportation officials have delayed the scheduled nine-day closure of the Interstate Bridge northbound span due to wildfires forcing evacuations in the region.
Bi-State Bridge Committee cancels meeting as ODOT seeks input on tolling
Bi-State Bridge Committee of Oregon & Washington meeting canceled as ODOT seeks citizen input on tolling.
Oregon promises equity as the framework for tolling on I-205 and I-5
In a presentation to the Southwest Washington Regional Transportation Council this week, Oregon Dept. of Transportation officials detailed the equity approach to tolling I-205 and I-5 in Portland.
Congestion management in store for travelers on southbound I-5 in Vancouver
New high-tech travel tools on Interstate 5 debuted Thursday which are designed to help improve trip reliability through Vancouver for years to come.
Regional Transportation Council seeks citizen input on transportation projects
The Southwest Washington Regional Transportation Council is seeking citizen input on several dozen regional transportation projects for the period of 2021 to 2024. The list of projects was part of…
More Interstate Bridge lane closures scheduled
Crews are continuing to prepare for the closure of the northbound span of the I-5 Interstate Bridge Sept. 12–20, when they will replace mechanical parts that help lift and lower the bridge.
Transportation crews race to finish projects ahead of I-5 Bridge closure
As preparations continue for a nine-day closure of the Interstate Bridge northbound on I-5, Washington crews are working to wrap up two southbound projects in Vancouver meant to minimize the impact.