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Opinion: Tax day is painful enough without Washington adding its own
Opinion

Opinion: Tax day is painful enough without Washington adding its own

Washington's new 9. 9% income tax mirrors federal pattern: start narrow, expand to hit everyone within years.

Apr 17, 2026

Marie Gluesenkamp Perez seeks federal assistance in combating sea lion predation of salmon & steelhead fishing stock
Politics

Marie Gluesenkamp Perez seeks federal assistance in combating sea lion predation of salmon & steelhead fishing stock

Congresswoman pushes for expanded lethal removal authority as sea lions devour Columbia River fish stocks.

Apr 17, 2026

POLL: What do you believe is the biggest reason school districts are facing budget shortfalls?
Opinion

POLL: What do you believe is the biggest reason school districts are facing budget shortfalls?

Districts across Washington warn of budget gaps as debate grows over rising costs versus inadequate state funding.

Apr 16, 2026

Lt. Governor shares his ideas on fixing housing shortage to members of BIA of Clark County
Politics

Lt. Governor shares his ideas on fixing housing shortage to members of BIA of Clark County

Lt. Gov. Denny Heck told Clark County builders the state needs one million additional homes in 20 years.

Apr 16, 2026

Opinion: The high cost of hiding – Why IBR’s delayed revenue study is a $15 billion warning sign
Opinion

Opinion: The high cost of hiding – Why IBR’s delayed revenue study is a $15 billion warning sign

IBR delays critical toll revenue analysis until June 2027, hiding financial details until after project approval.

Apr 16, 2026

Opinion: The high cost of hiding – Why IBR’s delayed revenue study is a $15 billion warning sign
Opinion

Opinion: The high cost of hiding – Why IBR’s delayed revenue study is a $15 billion warning sign

IBR delays critical toll revenue analysis until June 2027, hiding financial details until after project approval.

Apr 16, 2026

Opinion: Washington fails the test for affordability
Opinion

Opinion: Washington fails the test for affordability

Mountain States Policy Center analysis reveals Washington ranks 5th most expensive state as residents migrate to Idaho and Texas.

Apr 16, 2026

Opinion: Washington fails the test for affordability
Opinion

Opinion: Washington fails the test for affordability

Mountain States Policy Center analysis reveals Washington ranks 5th most expensive state as residents migrate to Idaho and Texas.

Apr 16, 2026

Opinion: How should teachers adapt to AI?
Opinion

Opinion: How should teachers adapt to AI?

Washington Policy Center's Donald Kimball explores balancing AI benefits with preserving critical thinking in classrooms.

Apr 16, 2026

Opinion: CCT editor provides another history lesson on funding public schools
Opinion

Opinion: CCT editor provides another history lesson on funding public schools

Vancouver schools face $20-30 million cuts while teacher salaries have skyrocketed since McCleary ruling.

Apr 15, 2026

Trump backs John Braun to unseat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez in US House race
Politics

Trump backs John Braun to unseat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez in US House race

State Senate minority leader John Braun secured Trump's backing to challenge the Democratic congresswoman in 2026.

Apr 15, 2026

Opinion: if you're a Trump-hating liberal, feel free to pay the old, higher tax rates today
Opinion

Opinion: if you're a Trump-hating liberal, feel free to pay the old, higher tax rates today

Lars Larson challenges Trump-hating liberals to voluntarily pay the higher tax rates Harris proposed.

Apr 15, 2026

VFD welcomes new Engine 5 with traditional ‘Push-In’ Ceremony at Station 5
Community News

VFD welcomes new Engine 5 with traditional ‘Push-In’ Ceremony at Station 5

KME-manufactured Engine 5 brings advanced technology and modern safety systems to Vancouver's emergency response fleet.

Apr 15, 2026

Expect delays on I-5 in Clark County for guardrail repairs April 16
Transportation

Expect delays on I-5 in Clark County for guardrail repairs April 16

WSDOT crews will close the left lane of southbound I-5 between Exit 11 and Northeast 179th Street from 10 a. m. to 2 p.

Apr 15, 2026

Increasing interest in motorcycle riding means increasing risks for inexperienced riders
Transportation

Increasing interest in motorcycle riding means increasing risks for inexperienced riders

WSP launches early safety campaign as fatality rates for motorcyclists reach 27 times higher than car occupants.

Apr 15, 2026

County’s Commission on Aging continues discussion on mobility at April meeting
Community News

County’s Commission on Aging continues discussion on mobility at April meeting

Four-part mobility series brings aging experts together for public discussion on transportation solutions.

Apr 15, 2026

Identity Clark County appoints Katie Henry to board
Business

Identity Clark County appoints Katie Henry to board

Henry brings experience from Austin Regional Clinic where she oversaw 13 capital projects and 50% patient growth.

Apr 15, 2026

Letter: It’s time to protect student choice in Washington classrooms
Opinion

Letter: It’s time to protect student choice in Washington classrooms

Vancouver resident calls for laws protecting students who opt out of animal dissection in science classes.

Apr 15, 2026