A Vancouver woman’s decision to speak publicly about her recovery after a rape nearly five years ago is resonating across Southwest Washington, adding urgency to regional discussions about survivor support…
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March 2, 2026
A Longview man has been sentenced to more than seven years in prison after prosecutors say he pointed a handgun at a 15-year-old during a confrontation.
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The Love Overwhelming Severe Weather Shelter in Longview has opened in response to freezing temperatures, with Cowlitz County emergency officials warning of possible snow through Thursday.
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A multi-vehicle collision on I-5 near La Center sent three people to the hospital and led to DUI-related charges for a Vancouver driver, according to information attributed to the Washington State Patrol.
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A major FEMA overhaul under consideration in Washington, D.C. could shift disaster costs to states and slow recovery timelines — changes with direct implications for flood‑prone communities in Cowlitz County.
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A regional costume designer will discuss the history and cultural impact of women’s undergarments in a public talk at the Clark County Historical Museum.
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District-level changes are reshaping the postseason path for local 3A basketball teams, with new brackets, separated tournaments, and revised advancement routes ahead of state competition.
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A new look at Henry Kaiser’s World War II shipyards shows how wartime production in Portland and Vancouver reshaped labor, transportation, and community development throughout Cowlitz County.
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Advocates warn that proposed eligibility changes in Washington’s 2026 supplemental budget could cut disability services for thousands statewide, with potential impacts on vulnerable residents in Cowlitz County.
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Burgerville’s new CEO, Kyle Welch, signals potential changes for the chain’s Longview and Woodland locations, with growth plans that could shape local jobs and operations.
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Downtown Vancouver retailers are closing or relocating as foot traffic remains below 2019 levels, a trend with implications for downtown districts in Longview and Kelso.
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A federal Class II recall for peanut butter products—distributed in 40 states including Washington—has been upgraded by the FDA, raising local relevance for Cowlitz County consumers who may have purchased affected lots.
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Washington’s latest revenue forecast adds $827 million to projected state collections, potentially easing upcoming budget debates and shaping future investments that also affect Cowlitz County communities.
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