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WA state laws in 2024: minimum wage, firearm sales, employee cannabis use and more
More than two dozen new laws take effect Jan. 1 in Washington.
Opinion: Building Code Council tries to clean up errors in its rush to block natural gas heating
The final vote of the Washington State Building Code Council (SBCC) on the controversial new commercial building codes exemplified much of the process: a rushed, legally questionable decision that…
Lawmakers propose sending drivers a refund check to offset carbon tax
Drivers would get a fuel rebate check under a new proposal filed in the Washington State Legislature.
Construction of new picnic shelter beginning in January at Klineline Pond
A new picnic shelter will be constructed in the Klineline Pond area of Salmon Creek Regional Park, beginning in January.
Fort Vancouver’s basketball tournament has new name in memory of former student
The Myron Lawrence Memorial Tournament will feature 16 boys basketball teams in two brackets, plus four girls basketball teams, at a high school basketball event hosted by Fort Vancouver High School.
State business advocates believe consumers will feel Jan. 1 rate hike
An average annual increase of $65 in workers’ compensation premiums will be shared by employers and employees starting Jan. 1.
Opinion: Americans believe in local solutions, even if they don’t know it
Donald Kimball of the Washington Policy Center believes fostering a renewed commitment to the idea that the strength of change lies fundamentally in the hands of local communities.
CIA being sued for hiding COVID pandemic records
The Central Intelligence Agency is being sued for refusing to release records relating to an investigation of the origins of COVID.
Opinion: More spending, higher taxes not the solution
Nancy Churchill says now is the time to learn how to influence the legislature and help to fight against increased taxation and spending.
Merry Christmas from Clark County Today
As the holiday season envelops Clark County, Washington, and communities come together in festive cheer, ClarkCountyToday.com extends warm wishes to all.
Northern Connector to provide both a tunnel and a new bridge over the Willamette River
Area residents don’t understand why a third bridge and crossing hasn’t been under consideration, adding vehicle capacity to the region. It’s been over 40 years since a new transportation corridor w…
Vancouver approves short-term rental regulations targeting Airbnb’s
The Vancouver City Council approved a short-term rental ordinance that requires short-term rental operators to obtain a business license and a short-term rental permit.
Business profile: Safety first for students at Northwest Renewable Energy Institute
Northwest Renewable Energy Institute, which opened in Vancouver in 2009, has a new satellite campus that holds a 20-foot simulated tower as well as ladders to give future wind technicians a real-li…
Let’s Go Washington submits 857K signatures to repeal capital gains tax, ban new income tax
Voter advocacy group Let’s Go Washington turned in 419,699 signatures for Initiative 2109, which would repeal the capital gains tax, and 437,960 signatures for Initiative 2111, which would prohibit…
Rep. Greg Cheney proposal would provide both rent relief for tenants and property tax relief for landlords
Rep. Greg Cheney is proposing legislation during the upcoming 2024 legislative session to maintain or reduce rents for tenants while providing much-needed property tax relief for landlords.
POLL: Do you have a high-level of confidence in the election process here in Clark County?
Do you have a high-level of confidence in the election process here in Clark County?
More complex 9-1-1 calls in Vancouver are resulting in less proactive policing
A recent presentation by the Vancouver Police Department revealed that officers are seeing an increase in call volumes with complexity, leaving gaps in police services.
Opinion: WA Cares could continue to change, despite promises
Elizabeth Hovde states that the theme about WA Cares has been constant since 2019 when lawmakers passed this misguided law that takes more of workers’ wages for a benefit many will never see.