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Opinion: The real immigration emergency – crops don’t wait
Nancy Churchill argues that broken immigration policy is putting Washington’s farms — and national food security — at risk as crops ripen and labor shortages worsen.
Fireworks sales launch in Southwest Washington
Fireworks stands are open across unincorporated Clark County, with varying rules and sales dates in nearby cities leading up to July 4.
Vancouver Fire responds to blaze at mill
Vancouver firefighters responded Sunday evening to a major fire at Columbia Vista Corporation’s mill, where crews worked through the night to contain flames and protec…
Analysis shows majority support for teacher-led prayer in public schools in Washington vs. Idaho
A Pew Research Center analysis reveals Washington adults largely oppose teacher-led prayer referencing Jesus, while Idaho adults remain more divided on the issue.
Letter: Eight years of mayor’s failure on Vancouver’s streets
…p for permitting unsafe and unsanitary homeless encampments on public sidewalks for eight years without enforcement.
These new Washington laws take effect Tuesday
Several new Washington state laws take effect July 1, including a gas tax hike, license fee increases, and expanded workplace and gun sale regulations.
C-TRAN to hold groundbreaking for The Vine on Highway 99
C-TRAN will break ground July 9 on The Vine’s Highway 99 extension, a new rapid transit line connecting Salmon Creek and downtown Vancouver.
CALEA accreditation assessor invites public comment
An upcoming on-site CALEA assessment will evaluate CRESA’s compliance with public safety accreditation standards, and the public is invited to submit co…
Opinion: ‘Southwest Washington residents deserve a better I-5 Bridge replacement project and a more reliable partner to complete it’
Ken Vance criticizes Oregon’s failure to pass transportation funding, calling for a more dependable I-5 Bridge replacement plan and a trustworthy partner.
US Supreme Court limits injunctions, allows President Trump to act on birthright citizenship ban
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to limit nationwide injunctions and allow a Trump executive order on birthright citizenship to take effect in 28 states.
Opinion: Governments should protect workers, end cozy relationship with political allies
Elizabeth New argues that Washington’s government is failing to protect public workers’ rights by favoring unions and ignoring constitutional protections like Janus.
City of Battle Ground announces speed limit reductions on multiple city streets
Battle Ground will begin installing lower speed limit signs starting June 30 as part of a safety-focused update approved by the City Council.