October 21, 2024, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To declining homelessness. Clark County saw a slight reduction in unhoused people in 2023, according to the Council for the Homeless. The organization reported 8,752 homeless last year, compared with 9,032 in the previous year’s count. It marks the first decline since at least 2018, when the Council for… Read story
October 19, 2024, 6:03am Editorials
For the first time in 12 years, Washington voters are electing a new governor. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends Democrat Bob Ferguson. Read story
October 18, 2024, 6:03am Editorials
Washington’s commissioner of public lands is a complex job that must balance environmental and economic concerns. Because of her understanding of that balance, The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends that Republican Jaime Herrera Beutler be elected. Read story
October 17, 2024, 6:03am Editorials
With experience as a litigator in state, federal and military courts, Democrat Nick Brown has a sterling résumé to be Washington’s top law enforcement official. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends a vote for Brown as the state’s attorney general. Read story
October 16, 2024, 6:00am Editorials
Three Clark County Charter amendments on the November ballot will help smooth the processes of county government to better serve the people. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends “yes” votes on amendments Nos. 16, 17 and 18. Read story
October 15, 2024, 6:03am Editorials
The need to enhance Vancouver’s police force is clear. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends a “yes” vote on the city’s Proposition 4. Read story
October 14, 2024, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To a renovated landmark. Since opening in 1966, Smith Tower Apartments has been one of Vancouver’s most recognizable buildings. The 15-story cylindrical structure was the city’s first high-rise, has a unique design and is prominently visible from local freeways. Now it is getting a much-needed face-lift. Read story
October 12, 2024, 6:03am Editorials
The race for representative from Washington’s 3rd Congressional District comes down to basic questions about democracy. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends a vote to reelect Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez. Read story
October 11, 2024, 6:03am Editorials
The election for state representative from the 18th Legislative District, Position 1, features candidates with differing philosophies. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends a vote for incumbent Stephanie McClintock, a Republican, while also acknowledging Democrat Deken Letinich as a strong candidate. Read story
October 10, 2024, 6:03am Editorials
Since 2011, Democrat Sharon Wylie has effectively represented the interests and the values of the 49th Legislative District. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends that Wylie be reelected in November. Read story
