City of Longview, Washington, and related local government and community initiatives
A national strike over immigration enforcement is prompting closures and demonstrations in Oregon, with potential ripple effects into southwest Washington.
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Washington’s proposed SB 6176 would allow cars with expired tabs to be impounded and could criminalize residents registering out-of-state to avoid fees, with significant potential impact for border communities like Longview and Kelso.
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Washington State Senate approves bill banning opaque face masks for state, local and federal law enforcement. What this means for Cowlitz County communities.
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Cowlitz County Tourism is now accepting applications for its 2026–27 Large Grant Program, offering up to $200,000 to support local events and attractions that bring visitors to the region.
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The Washington State Senate voted 26–23 to lower the legal DUI limit to 0.05%, with Longview Sen. Jeff Wilson breaking ranks to support the measure.
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Southwest Washington advocates are urging the state to let an outside agency open and run the unused $42 million Brockmann Mental Health Campus near Mount Vista, arguing that its vacancy worsens regional treatment shortages affecting counties like Cowlitz.
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Amazon plans to cut 16,000 jobs nationwide amid ongoing revenue growth, potentially affecting regional logistics networks in southwest Washington.
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Bloodworks Northwest has declared a Code Red alert after winter storms led to a severe blood shortage across the Pacific Northwest, with possible impacts for Cowlitz County hospitals.
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A new report places Washington near the bottom for driving conditions, citing long commutes and poor road quality — a reality Cowlitz County drivers know all too well.
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Longview School District seniors and staff face off today in a ‘Nailed It!’ cake decorating challenge at R.A. Long High School Auditorium — free for the public, with proceeds supporting the culinary arts program.
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