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Opinion: Get ready for more tax proposals from the majority party as the 2026 session begins
Rep. John Ley outlines concerns over proposed tax increases, state spending, climate policy, and the rising cost of the Interstate Bridge Replacement project as the 2026 legislative session begins.
Trans athlete policies in 4 WA school districts face scrutiny from feds
Federal investigators are examining whether four Washington school districts violated Title IX by allowing transgender girls to participate in girls’ sports, as state and federal policies continue…
Opinion: Why vote no on the Washougal levies?
Dick Rylander outlines reasons for opposing the Washougal School District levy requests ahead of the Feb. 10 special election, citing funding increases and performance data.
VIDEO: Proposed ban on police face coverings engenders heated debate in WA Senate
Washington lawmakers debated Senate Bill 5855, a proposal that would generally prohibit law enforcement officers from wearing face coverings while interacting with the public.
How Washington state lawmakers want to regulate AI
Washington lawmakers are weighing multiple bills to regulate artificial intelligence, including proposals targeting deepfakes, chatbot safeguards for minors, and discrimination in AI-driven decisions.
Eileen Quiring O’Brien launches official campaign website for Clark County auditor
Eileen Quiring O’Brien announced the launch of her official campaign website as a central information hub for the Clark County auditor race.
Opinion: HB 2088: Cut the red tape for dietitians and fix licensing for everyone
Elizabeth New (Hovde) argues that while HB 2088 would help dietitians, Washington should pursue universal licensure recognition to reduce broader workforce licensing barriers.
Clark County hosting open house for transportation ADA transition plan on Jan. 22
Clark County is updating its transportation ADA transition plan and will host a public open house on Jan. 22 to share details and gather community input.
City of Vancouver launches rental registration with waived fees through March
The city of Vancouver launched a new Rental Registration System on Jan. 1, requiring annual registration of rental units, with fees waived through March.
The Study of Sports Podcast Jan. 15, 2026: We discuss some hot topics in high school sports across the state, plus we talk college and pro football
Reporter Paul Valencia is joined by Tony Liberatore and Cale Piland to discuss current issues in high school sports, along with college and professional football topics.
Community Garden Club of Camas & Washougal announces 2026 grant recipients
The Community Garden Club of Camas & Washougal awarded $3,500 in eight grants to local schools and community organizations through its 2026 Community Grant Program.
Opinion: 2026 Washington Poll: Voters want economic focus, spending restraint, and ed transparency
Results from the first Washington Poll show voters prioritizing the economy, spending restraint, and school transparency, with broad support for education reforms and concern over housing affordabi…
What WA Gov. Bob Ferguson said, and left unsaid, in his State of the State address
Gov. Bob Ferguson’s State of the State address emphasized flood recovery, taxes on millionaires, and immigration enforcement while avoiding direct discussion of the state’s looming budget shortfall.
Opinion: House Bill 2481 will stifle innovation and hurt businesses
Mark Harmsworth argues that House Bill 2481 would restrict market-driven pricing, increase regulatory burdens, and ultimately harm Washington businesses and consumers.
Vancouver Fire Department mourns the off-duty passing of firefighter paramedic Jeremiah Frenz
The Vancouver Fire Department announced the off-duty death of Firefighter Paramedic Jeremiah Frenz, who served the community from Fire Station 5 and joined the department in 2020.
C-TRAN Board makes thought-provoking choice for vice chair, voting Wil Fuentes
The C-TRAN Board of Directors voted Wil Fuentes as vice chair for 2026, a move questioned by former board member Michelle Belkot amid ongoing litigation over her removal.
Opinion: Kindness is always welcome, even in places where one does not always find it
Paul Valencia reflects on how a brief moment of kindness between a journalist and a football coach underscores the importance of respect in journalism and public life.
Opinion: Crossing the mighty Columbia River is getting mighty expensive
An opinion column argues lawmakers must reassess the I-5 Columbia River Bridge replacement after revised estimates show the project’s probable cost has more than doubled.