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Clark County Voters Back Eight of Nine Charter Amendments
Term limits for county councilors, new tax-voting requirements, independent audits and housing impact reviews are among the proposed changes receiving majority support. One measure to revise the citizen initiative process is trailing. Ballot counting continues, and the results have not yet been certified.
Three Vancouver Elementary Schools Face Possible Closure Under Evergreen District Proposals
Evergreen Public Schools is considering consolidating Riverview, Hearthwood and Burnt Bridge Creek elementary schools. Families and community members can submit feedback through November 9. No final closure decision has been made.
Clark County Jail Bond Leads in Early Returns but Falls Short of 60%
A majority supported Proposition 12 in the first count. The bond requires at least 60% approval and must meet additional statutory requirements.
Elections 2026: What's on the November 3 Ballot, and What Could Change in Portland and Vancouver?
On November 3, voters across Oregon and Washington are choosing members of Congress, state and local officials, and the outcome of ballot measures that could shape government spending and public services. Portland has 33 candidates competing for six City Council seats. Across the Columbia River, Clark County voters face major decisions about jail expansion, public safety funding and property taxes. Here's what is at stake across the Pacific Northwest.
Vancouver agrees to shift $2 million from annexation budget
Vancouver officials agreed Monday to shift roughly $2 million set aside for annexation-related work, The Columbian reported. The proposed budget change would support public safety and park maintenance and help offset future deficits.
Repair efforts connect Keizer cafes and Clark County program
Repair efforts highlighted in OPB’s Nov. 2 item connect volunteer repair cafes in Keizer with a Clark County thrift-store program.
Clark County elections office in Vancouver will stay open until 8 p.m. on Election Day
The county lists longer hours for Tuesday at its Franklin Street office. Ballot drop sites close at 8 p.m. on Election Day.
Study finds half of residents in the district that includes Clark County fall below economic security threshold
The Columbian’s account of an Urban Institute report puts the share at one in two across the district, with health coverage costs and loan delinquencies among the reported measures.
Vancouver law firm challenges charges for remote Skamania court hearings
The Columbian says a Vancouver firm is challenging charges tied to remote court appearances and wants collection stopped.
Clark County election officials prepare for Nov. 3 after statewide guidance
The Columbian reported on election preparations and a guide sent to county offices ahead of Washington’s Nov. 3 midterms.
Plan Ahead for Clark County Auto Licensing Service Interruption, The Columbian Reports
The Columbian reported a two-day interruption in service; regular hours and the office address may help visitors plan another trip.
The Columbian: Vancouver approves $7.94 million Chkalov Drive contract
The Columbian says Vancouver approved a $7.94 million contract this week for work at a city facility on Chkalov Drive.
ICE Arrests in Vancouver: What Vehicle License Plate Checks Reveal
The University of Washington Center for Human Rights provided WE PNW with information about seven cases in Washington and Oregon. In several incidents, federal agencies checked vehicle registration records shortly before immigration arrests.
25-Year-Old Motorcyclist Dies in Vancouver Crash; Police Investigate
VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON — October 29, 2026.
Three Teens Arrested After Drive-By Shooting in Vancouver
VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON — October 29, 2026.
Vancouver Unveils New 120-Bed Homeless Shelter as More Than 400 People Attend Open House
Dave and Judy’s Place is expected to begin welcoming residents by the end of November. The new facility will provide temporary shelter, medical care, meals, social services, and support for transitioning into permanent housing.
What Happens Behind the Walls of Clark County Jail? Major Changes Ahead
November 5 update: Proposition 12 has 52.31% support against a 60% approval threshold; counting continues. The latest results are followed by our original report on the renovation proposal, its costs and conditions inside the jail.
When Competitors Come Together: Vancouver Networking Event Brings Local Contractors Into One Room
More than 180 people attended a Vancouver construction-business gathering on October 23, according to a preliminary estimate from organizer JobSpring. Contractors, small-business owners and service providers met at NW Sim Racing to make contacts across a competitive industry.
New I-5 Bridge Between Vancouver and Portland Faces Legal Challenge
Iron Partners wants the Columbia River bridge design reconsidered. The company says the proposed fixed span could restrict shipments of oversized industrial cargo, while project officials say the design would end bridge lifts and improve travel between Washington and Oregon.
Vancouver Mall shooting: Survivors testify about Halloween tragedy
Nearly two years after a fatal shooting at a Vancouver shopping mall, the trial has begun. Two men who were wounded described what happened to jurors, and the defendant also faces an allegation of witness tampering.
Fort Vancouver High School Students Walk Out Amid Investigation Involving School Football Players
Clark County Launches Campaign to Combat the Spread of Online School Threats
Law enforcement agencies, school districts, and emergency services are encouraging students and parents to report concerning online content rather than share unverified threats on social media.
Motorcyclist Dies Following Collision With Car in Vancouver
The fatal crash occurred October 20 at East 37th Street and P Street. Vancouver police are continuing their investigation.
From Recruiting to Painting: The Artist I Met While Walking Down Vancouver's Main Street
An ordinary walk through downtown Vancouver led to a conversation with Tal DeWitt, a Battle Ground artist who left his former career and opened his own gallery. His story is about creativity, entrepreneurship, and deciding to start over.
Have You Been to Main Street Since the Renovation?
New sidewalks, lighting, and public spaces have changed one of downtown Vancouver’s most recognizable streets.
October 18, 2026: Vancouver Farmers Market Brings Fall Energy to Downtown Vancouver
Local farmers and makers, autumn streets near Esther Short Park, and Canine Companions among the participants at Sunday’s market.
The Columbian: Vancouver office leases average $29.80 per square foot
The Columbian reports that Vancouver’s average office lease is $29.80 per square foot annually, with local businesses citing amenities, quality of life and the waterfront as draws.
Clark County invites input on parks and trails through Nov. 1
Clark County says residents can weigh in by Nov. 1 on priorities for parks, trails and natural areas.
Vancouver’s Main Street Is Open Again. Now the City Has to Prove the Wait Was Worth It.
After a $26 million reconstruction, nearly two years of construction and decades of planning, downtown Vancouver’s Main Street reopened ahead of schedule. The city is celebrating a safer, more walkable corridor. Businesses are waiting to see whether people come back.
Vancouver Completes $26 Million Main Street Rebuild Ahead of Schedule
The downtown reconstruction project is finished months earlier than originally planned, with a public reopening celebration scheduled for October 7.
Vancouver Says It Closed a $30 Million Gap in Proposed 2027–28 Budget
City Manager Lon Pluckhahn has submitted a balanced two-year budget proposal after departments spent months addressing a projected structural deficit.