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Ford recalls over 550,000 pickup trucks because transmissions can suddenly downshift to 1st gear

June 25, 2024, 8:29am Business

Ford is recalling more than 550,000 pickup trucks in the U.S. because the transmissions can unexpectedly downshift to first gear no matter how fast the trucks are going. Read story

A botulism outbreak in Russia leaves 1 dead, scores more hospitalized after eating readymade salads

June 25, 2024, 8:21am Business

One person has died and scores more remain hospitalized in Russia in an outbreak of botulism that spans several Russian regions, the authorities have reported. Read story

Families of Boeing 737 Max crashes ask for ‘independent monitor’

June 25, 2024, 8:09am Business

The families that lost loved ones in two fatal Boeing 737 Max plane crashes asked a U.S. district judge to appoint an independent monitor to track the company’s progress on improvements to its safety culture. Read story

As Southeast First Street is under construction, patrons of English Estate Winery might be confused by roadwork and how they can access the winery, which is open for business. The winery does most of its business in the summer. At top, a sign guides visitors to the winery entrance.

English Estate Winery owner says she had about a week’s notice before First Street construction shut down traffic

June 25, 2024, 6:07am Business Subscriber Exclusive

Summer is normally a busy time of year for English Estate Winery in east Vancouver. But this year, road construction directly in front of the winery means customers don’t realize they can still access the business. Read story

Analog Devices manufactures analog semiconductors. Its Camas facility has been in operation for 25 years.

$300,000 grant will expand reach of Camas operations of chipmaker Analog Devices

June 25, 2024, 6:05am Business

The Washington Economic Development Strategic Fund awarded $300,000 to the Columbia River Economic Development Council to support the Camas operations of chipmaker Analog Devices. Read story

Vancouver gets $17.5 million in federal funding for Heights District project

An artist's rendering visualizes the Tower Mall Development within the city's Heights District project, including commercial and multifamily housing as well as parks and open space.

June 24, 2024, 5:22pm Business

The city of Vancouver received about $17.5 million in federal funding Monday through the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity Grant Program for its upcoming project in Vancouver’s Heights neighborhood. Read story