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
Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue plans a controlled training burn west of Longview on February 28. Residents near Ferncrest Road may see smoke during the day, according to reporting by KLOG.
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WSDOT will close the far left lane of northbound I‑5 near Toledo overnight Saturday for scheduled median barrier inspections, with potential delays for Cowlitz County travelers.
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The Washington Department of Licensing confirmed it is working to fix a hotline glitch that gave callers an English-speaking AI voice with a Spanish accent when selecting the Spanish option, raising accessibility concerns for residents statewide, including in Cowlitz County.
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Bellevue’s newly released 2025 crime report shows a sharp drop in reported property and overall crime. Here’s what the confirmed data means—and how it compares to concerns facing Longview and Cowlitz County.
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Portland’s new resolution honoring George Floyd’s legacy revives regional conversations about policing and civic accountability, including in Cowlitz County communities that felt the effects of Portland’s 2020 protest season.
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Former Camas–Washougal Fire Chief Nick West was sentenced in Clark County Superior Court for the 2023 murder of his wife, a case with public‑safety implications for agencies across Southwest Washington.
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A total lunar eclipse early Tuesday morning will be visible across Southwest Washington, offering residents a rare chance to watch the Moon turn red without special equipment.
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A two‑day closure on Pacific Avenue North near Headquarters Road is underway as Cowlitz County Public Works repairs a damaged drainage line between mileposts 5.9 and 6.52.
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Vancouver officials say a traffic plan is underway ahead of the city’s first In‑N‑Out opening, with potential ripple effects for drivers along the I‑5 corridor into Cowlitz County.
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Oregon State University has dismissed men’s basketball coach Wayne Tinkle after 12 seasons, according to reporting by OPB. The move comes as the Beavers prepare for a rebuilt Pac‑12, a change with regional implications for Southwest Washington sports fans.
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WDFW is monitoring reports of three cougars seen in a Bellingham neighborhood, and the agency is reiterating statewide safety guidance relevant to communities across Southwest Washington.
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Holocene in Portland is hosting a "Regency Rave" inspired by Netflix’s "Bridgerton," a themed event drawing interest from some Southwest Washington residents who frequent cross‑river arts and entertainment.
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