Coverage of local emergencies, accidents, law enforcement incidents, and first responder activity
YWCA Clark County warns that critical services for domestic and sexual violence survivors may be cut without $21.3M in the 2026-27 state supplemental budget.
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Washington’s police staffing shortages continue into 2025, with statewide declines affecting response capacity in Cowlitz County. New WASPC data shows the state remains last in the nation for officers per capita.
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Battle Ground police are investigating a series of animal shootings involving blow darts, an unusual case prompting regional concern among pet owners in Southwest Washington.
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Police have arrested a man linked to a series of harassment and stalking reports near Portland Community College’s Southeast Campus, following multiple safety alerts and growing student concerns.
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Two juveniles were arrested at Mark Morris High School as Longview police investigate reported sexual assaults and review whether staff complied with mandatory reporting requirements.
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WSP has issued an Endangered Missing Person Advisory for 4‑year‑old Dominic Marinkovich‑Easterling, last seen in Seattle on February 14. Authorities warn potential travel may extend through Southwest Washington along major transportation corridors.
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Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, and Issaquah police have formed a joint task force to curb reckless driving. Here’s what the Eastside model may mean for communities in Cowlitz County facing similar challenges along major corridors.
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Battle Ground Police Chief Dennis Flynn is recognized for guiding the department through a period of transition, emphasizing accountability, modernization, and community trust during his nearly two years in the role.
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A Washington County arrest in a serious Aloha hit-and-run carries implications for cross-border commuters in Southwest Washington, where residents frequently travel through the affected corridor.
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Eight skiers were killed and one remains missing after a major avalanche near Donner Summit, raising fresh concerns about backcountry risks across the West—including areas frequented by Southwest Washington residents.
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