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Driver killed in fiery Vancouver crash identified

The Clark County Medical Examiner's Office released the identity of the driver who died after crashing into a traffic signal pole in Vancouver last week.

Vancouver, WA · 2h

KOIN 6 News

Authorities identify 2 pedestrians killed by suspected drunk driver as Vancouver residents

The Clark County Medical Examiner's Office released the identity of the two pedestrians who were stuck and killed by the suspected drunk driver who ran a red light in Vancouver last month.

Vancouver, WA · 4h

The Reflector

A long life in Battle Ground

Ronald Nick Endress has been a resident of Battle Ground for as long as he's been alive. "I just couldn't leave Battle Ground. I just liked it," Endress said. Endress has lived his

Battle Ground, WA · 6h

KOIN 6 News

Washington healthcare workers head to picket line

Healthcare workers from PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver will head to the picket line on Tuesday amid a year-long bargaining process for their first union contract.

Vancouver, WA · 1d

The Reflector

Vancouver firefighters rescue man from Columbia River

Vancouver firefighters rescued a man struggling to swim in the Columbia River near the Vancouver waterfront on Nov. 3, bringing him safely to shore before he was transported to a hospital.

Vancouver, WA · 8h

kptv.com

Fire burns house in NE Vancouver

VANCOUVER Wash. (KPTV) - A fire destroyed a house in Vancouver on Sunday afternoon, according to firefighters. At about 12:30 p.m., crews with the Vancouver Fire Department were sent to a house on Northeast 142nd Avenue near Northeast 99th Street after people called 911 to report smoke and flames. Firefighters...

Vancouver, WA · 2d

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Texas murder suspect may be in Portland area, investigators say

PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) - A teenager wanted for a murder in Texas may be in the Portland area. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said 17-year-old Jayden Jackson has been charged with murder in connection with the deadly shooting of 19-year-old Adam Pineda in Humble, Texas. The shooting happened on...

Portland, OR · 6h

KOIN 6 News

Pedestrian killed in I-205 crash identified as 22-year-old Portland man

Officials identified the pedestrian struck and killed on I-205 in the Lents Neighborhood on Oct. 26.

Portland, OR · 1d

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The Underrated Oregon City Where Renting For Just $900 A Month Is Still Possible

Somewhere between Portland’s relentless rent increases and the general feeling that affordable Oregon is a thing that used to exist, La Grande has been sitting quietly in the Grande Ronde Valley, doing just fine. This northeastern Oregon city of about 13,000 people has mountains on multiple sides, a historic...

La Grande, OR · 20h

Daily Journal of Commerce

New leader named for Interstate Bridge replacement project

The Interstate Bridge replacement program has a new administrator. Ron Paananen, a former Washington state transportation official, will take over the role on Dec. 2, the IBR team announced on Monday. The approximately $14.4 billion project has been without a permanent administrator since Greg Johnson stepped down in late 2025....

Vancouver, WA · 1d

KOIN 6 News

‘It’s abhorrent’: PPS parents call for superintendent to be placed on leave over private messaging controversy

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Portland Public Schools Superintendent Kimberlee Armstrong is already on the hot seat for pushing to close at least a dozen schools. Now, screenshots show she and other school leaders used the private messaging app “Signal” several times to discuss public business. “I feel like there needs to be a deep, deep investigation […]

Portland, OR · 1d

The Reflector

Love Battle Ground volunteers bring help to neighbors in need

A mass of Battle Ground community members gathered in Kiwanis Park at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7, preparing to serve their neighbors in a semiannual effort known as Love Battle Ground. Jobs ...

Battle Ground, WA · 8h

kptv.com

Takis truck driver caused multi-car crash in Portland while driving drunk, court docs say

PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) - A delivery driver caused thousands of dollars in damage while driving drunk in southeast Portland, according to court documents. The incident happened Thursday, Nov. 5, at the intersection of Southeast 148th and Southeast Division Street. Witnesses reported 30-year-old Luis Jimenez-Francisco, who court docs say was driving...

Portland, OR · 9h

The Reflector

Letter to the editor: A hearing with no listening

While listed as a "hearing" on the agenda of the November 2nd meeting of the Battle Ground City Council, I saw no evidence of "listening". Instead, the four council members who voted to fire

Battle Ground, WA · 7h

The Reflector

More than $23,000 in bicycles and equipment stolen from Salmon Creek Elementary

The Clark County Sheriff's Office is investigating the theft of more than $23,000 worth of bicycles and equipment from Salmon Creek Elementary School, including adaptive bikes used in a student

Clark County, WA · 8h

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Locals Say This Secret Oregon Diner Serves One Of The Top Breakfasts Around

You’ve probably driven past this unassuming corner spot without a second glance. But the locals know. They line up on weekends, often waiting 30 to 45 minutes just to get a table. And they’ll tell you it’s absolutely worth it. The cafe is the definition of old-school...

Portland, OR · 1d

KOIN 6 News

Fired employee of Portland roofing company was given blackface doll by coworkers, lawsuit says

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A northwest Portland roofing manufacturer has been sued for millions of dollars on claims of racial discrimination. Zachery Fuller, a 49-year-old Black man, is suing the company CertainTeed for $3.7 million. He says while he was employed there, he was racially harassed and that the company discriminated against his medical condition before […]

Portland, OR · 3h

KOIN 6 News