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Jail Services seeks public comment on updates to Keep Washington Working policy
Clark County Jail Services is taking public comment through Dec. 10 on updates to its Keep Washington Working policy, which governs privacy protections in local jails.
Clark Public Utilities adopts 2026 budget for electric, generating and water systems
Clark Public Utilities has adopted its 2026 budgets for electric, generating and water systems, keeping electric rates steady while water rates rise to fund infrastructure upgrades.
Vancouver City Council votes to bring back public comment on any subject at council meetings
Vancouver city councilors have unanimously voted to restore open public comment at council meetings starting in 2026, alongside ongoing community forums.
Judge grants C-TRAN injunction against WSDOT
A judge ruled that WSDOT cannot withhold grants from C-TRAN while the agency’s board composition review process continues.
Vancouver City Council passes resolution supporting Proposition 5: Police Services Levy
Vancouver City Council unanimously passed a resolution backing Proposition 5, a police levy that would fund new officers and support staff through a property tax increase.
Arrest made in assault of jogger investigation
Vancouver police have arrested 21-year-old Nathan Howard Allen in connection with the October assault of a woman jogging on SE 99th Avenue.
WA School for the Blind leader resigned after misconduct probe
An investigation found Washington State School for the Blind superintendent Scott McCallum sexually harassed a colleague before resigning this summer.
Half of 2025 CCA spending went toward WSF fleet electrification
A new Ecology report shows more than half of 2025 Climate Commitment Act spending went to Washington State Ferries electrification, drawing scrutiny over carbon reduction claims.
Community partners come together to brighten Battle Ground for the Christmas season
Community partners have funded new holiday lighting at the Battle Ground Event Center ahead of the city’s Dec. 5 Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration.
Replacement of expired Battle Ground student educational programs and operations levy to appear on ballot in February 2026
Battle Ground Public Schools seeks voter approval on Feb. 10, 2026, for a replacement levy to fund student support and programs.
Report: Michigan, Washington ‘worst’ on religious nonprofit protections
Washington and Michigan ranked lowest in the nation for religious nonprofit protections, according to the 2025 Faith and Freedom Index by the Napa Legal Institute.
VFD holds push-in ceremony for new Fire Engine 6
Vancouver Fire Department marked the arrival of its new Fire Engine 6 with a traditional push-in ceremony honoring the service’s history and community support.