Jefferson County, Oregon, is facing a mounting prosecutor shortage as former Wasco County DA Eric Nisley emerges as the only declared candidate for district attorney. The situation reflects wider challenges…
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February 27, 2026
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments from oil and gas companies seeking to halt climate liability lawsuits—a decision with potential downstream effects for Southwest Washington communities grappling with climate-related costs.
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Washington lawmakers unveiled updated state budget plans Sunday, outlining approaches to maintain essential services despite rising costs and federal funding cuts, with implications for Southwest Washington communities.
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A Washington bill to ease regulatory pressure on farmers is advancing to a Senate executive session, with potential implications for agricultural producers in Cowlitz County.
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Washington lawmakers have advanced a bill that would allow the state to assume oversight of private‑sector labor disputes if federal jurisdiction fails, a move with potential implications for workers and employers across Cowlitz County.
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Washington lawmakers have introduced budget plans that rely on rainy day reserves and reduce funding for child care and other services, with potential impacts for families and local governments in Cowlitz County.
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Federal Reserve governor Christopher Waller called the odds of a March rate cut “a coin flip,” a pivotal decision that could affect borrowing costs and economic conditions across Southwest Washington.
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A new report indicates that Clark County’s empty warehouses are unlikely to remain vacant, with an expert citing typical industrial market cycles behind the current slowdown.
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Evergreen Habitat for Humanity’s bid to purchase two Vancouver mobile home parks could add up to 280 affordable units—and offers lessons for housing‑strained communities in Cowlitz County.
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Washington lawmakers are urging federal officials to grant emergency status to the wildfire‑damaged Yakima‑Tieton Canal, citing risks to public safety and the regional agricultural economy. The Bureau of Reclamation is currently evaluating whether the canal qualifies for additional emergency funding.
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Federal immigration enforcement is intensifying across the Northwest. Here’s how regional developments are shaping daily life and local responses in Cowlitz County.
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A former postal worker pleaded guilty to a mail‑fraud scheme that reached thousands of businesses and nonprofits in Washington and California, including southwest Washington. Federal prosecutors say he used fake government letterhead to solicit payments before attempting to flee the country.
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A USDA recall for Bremer frozen meatballs sold at Aldi stores nationwide includes products available in Longview. No injuries have been reported, but federal officials urge consumers to check their freezers for the affected 32‑ounce bags.
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