December 29, 2019, 6:01am Editorials
“In the beginning, God created the heaven and the earth. And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep.” So began the momentous Christmas broadcast on Dec. 24, 1968 — the most watched television program in history at that time — when… Read story
December 28, 2019, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To thinking ahead about how to pay for a new Interstate 5 Bridge. Of course, several billion dollars worth of transportation improvements comes with a complete financing plan, but this plan turned out to be a single point of failure for the Columbia River Crossing. When it came time… Read story
December 27, 2019, 6:03am Editorials
As many as 20 percent to 30 percent of the population say they are apprehensive about flying, and somewhere between 2 percent and 10 percent have an actual phobia, according to the mental health website Psych Central. Read story
December 26, 2019, 6:03am Editorials
The Washington Supreme Court’s decision finding that the state’s Public Records Act applies to members of the Legislature is an important victory for government transparency and yes, democracy. Read story
December 26, 2019, 6:00am Editorials
Oh, the irony. During the House Judiciary committee impeachment hearing, Republicans complained that impeaching Donald Trump for obstruction/contempt of Congress was a threat to the separation of powers and that disagreements between the Executive branch and the Legislative branch should be settled by the Judicial branch. Read story
December 25, 2019, 6:03am Editorials
No matter your faith, today is America’s most significant holiday, one built on a foundation of Christian belief and tradition, but enriched by more than a century of family, charity and celebration of the human bond. And don’t forget Santa Claus! Read story
December 24, 2019, 6:03am Editorials
Drowned out by the cacophony of impeachment last week was an act of legislative malpractice in Congress. Read story
December 23, 2019, 6:03am Editorials
Seven years after the Legislature instructed state officials to consider alternatives to the gas tax, Washington has taken only incremental steps in that direction. Read story
December 22, 2019, 6:03am Editorials
As city of Vancouver officials pursue visions of grandeur for the area near Evergreen Boulevard and Grand Boulevard, they must act quickly to put the transformation in motion. Limiting disruptions to local business owners and residents will be essential. Read story
December 21, 2019, 6:03am Editorials
There is much good news to share, especially at this joyous time of year. Yes, it is the Christmas season and, to be honest, nobody other than the rare Scrooge among us wants to read about jeers this week. Read story
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