The Interstate Bridge Replacement (IBR) project is among the two most expensive highway developments per mile in the United States,...
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August 14, 2026
Congresswoman Maxine Dexter told KOIN 6 that the Crespo‑Gonzalez family 'did everything right,' reinforcing that they entered the U.S. legally through CBP One and complied with immigration rules before being detained near a Portland hospital.
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Agents report “plummeting” morale amid long hours, arrest quotas, and public hatred. The fatal shooting of Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti has laid bare the chaos of aggressive enforcement tactics—and the erosion of trust in DHS agencies.
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A Portland woman was convicted on all charges after her Great Dane-Mastiff mixes fatally attacked a young boy, underscoring the legal and moral responsibilities of pet ownership.
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Washington’s congressional delegation is urging President Donald Trump to approve FEMA Individual Assistance after December’s historic flooding. Gov. Bob Ferguson’s initial request does not include Cowlitz County—raising questions about what help, if any, will reach local households and public infrastructure.
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Two challengers—Brent Hennrich and Terry Carlson—are scheduled to appear Saturday at R.A. Long Park in Longview at an event hosted by local activist group Cascade Forward.
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Federal SNOTEL data from the Mt Hood Test Site shows snow water equivalent holding near 10 inches in mid-January 2026, underscoring a warm-winter pattern that can ripple into Southwest Washington’s summer drought and wildfire risk.
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A new report says the Trump administration is again considering withholding federal funds from “sanctuary” jurisdictions. Here’s what that kind of pressure campaign could mean for Cowlitz County budgets, civil liberties, and community trust.
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Thousands marched through downtown Minneapolis in extreme cold on Jan. 23 as part of a broader “economic blackout” protest against ICE activity — a national fight over constitutional limits that carries implications for communities in Southwest Washington.
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A Cold Weather Advisory is again in effect across parts of southwest Washington, including the Lower Columbia and Cowlitz River valleys. Here’s what residents in Longview and Kelso should know about wind chills, safety, and community impacts this weekend.
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Oregon Health Authority data show hospitals made some progress reducing healthcare-associated infections in 2024, but still missed national benchmarks across multiple measures—an issue with real consequences for Cowlitz County residents who often cross the river for care.
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Portland police say they are still searching for the suspect accused of shooting two PPB officers on Jan. 19, 2026. Here’s what’s confirmed so far and what regional residents should keep in mind.
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Washington State Patrol identified Bradley J. Jespersen, 60, of Mossyrock as the rider killed in a Jan. 18 crash on northbound I-5 near Woodland’s Exit 22.
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