WA Senate Republicans unable to stop income tax bill now headed to governor’s desk

Washington lawmakers narrowly approved a new income tax on households earning over $1 million, setting the stage for court battles and a statewide initiative campaign.

C-TRAN: Light rail funding addressed again; changes are coming to C-TRAN board composition

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C-TRAN: Light rail funding addressed again; changes are coming to C-TRAN board composition

C-TRAN approved new language tied to the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program that shields smaller cities from light rail operating costs while shifting potential financial responsibility toward Vancouver and the urban growth area.

After marathon debate, WA House advances income tax

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After marathon debate, WA House advances income tax

The Washington House approved a proposed income tax on households earning more than $1 million a year after more than 24 hours of debate and dozens of amendments.

Opinion: Brandi Kruse and I are feeling discouraged but we’re planning to continue advocating for political change. Will you?

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Opinion: Brandi Kruse and I are feeling discouraged but we’re planning to continue advocating for political change. Will you?

Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance reflects on a discouraging week in Washington state politics, echoing Brandi Kruse’s frustrations over Democrats’ state income tax victory and local decisions on transit and ICE while urging conservatives not to give up on advocating for political change.

County pays $7.5 million to widow of VPD Officer Donald Sahota

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County pays $7.5 million to widow of VPD Officer Donald Sahota

Clark County has agreed to pay $7.5 million to the widow of Vancouver Police Officer Donald Sahota to resolve a negligence lawsuit following the 2022 incident where a sheriff's deputy mistakenly shot the off-duty officer during a confrontation with a robbery suspect.

State of the City: Vancouver mayor promotes arts and culture in her annual address

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State of the City: Vancouver mayor promotes arts and culture in her annual address

Vancouver Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle highlighted arts initiatives, public safety investments and city development projects during her annual State of the City address.

17th District lawmakers Kevin Waters and David Stuebe decry passage of state income tax bill after marathon floor debate

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17th District lawmakers Kevin Waters and David Stuebe decry passage of state income tax bill after marathon floor debate

Reps. Kevin Waters and David Stuebe condemn Senate Bill 6346, warning the new state income tax sends more money into the general fund without real reform, risks expanding to every family, and ignores Washington’s affordability crisis.

Opinion: Washington’s fight for liberty

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Opinion: Washington’s fight for liberty

Conservative columnist Nancy Churchill argues that despite the passage of a new 9.9% state income tax, signs of shifting political momentum in Washington state give reason for hope and continued action.

18th District Reps. Stephanie McClintock and John Ley denounce passage of state income tax

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18th District Reps. Stephanie McClintock and John Ley denounce passage of state income tax

Following a marathon 24-hour House floor debate, 18th District Reps. Stephanie McClintock and John Ley denounce Senate Bill 6346, a new 9.9% state income tax on household income above $1 million, warning it could expand broadly, harm Washington’s economy, and face serious constitutional challenges.

OII passes 60-day point in Vancouver Police Department use of deadly force investigation

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OII passes 60-day point in Vancouver Police Department use of deadly force investigation

The Washington State Office of Independent Investigations is just past 60 days into its investigation of a Vancouver Police Department use of deadly force involving officers Sean Donaldson and Christopher Holmquist and the death of 44-year-old Perry J. Sellars after a late-night disturbance call on NE 46th Street.

WA Senate Republicans unable to stop income tax bill now headed to governor’s desk

Washington lawmakers narrowly approved a new income tax on households earning over $1 million, setting the stage for court battles and a statewide initiative campaign.

C-TRAN: Light rail funding addressed again; changes are coming to C-TRAN board composition

C-TRAN approved new language tied to the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program that shields smaller cities from light rail operating costs while shifting potential financial responsibility toward Vancouver and the urban growth area.

After marathon debate, WA House advances income tax

The Washington House approved a proposed income tax on households earning more than $1 million a year after more than 24 hours of debate and dozens of amendments.

Opinion: Brandi Kruse and I are feeling discouraged but we’re planning to continue advocating for political change. Will you?

Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance reflects on a discouraging week in Washington state politics, echoing Brandi Kruse’s frustrations over Democrats’ state income tax victory and local decisions on transit and ICE while urging conservatives not to give up on advocating for political change.

County pays $7.5 million to widow of VPD Officer Donald Sahota

Clark County has agreed to pay $7.5 million to the widow of Vancouver Police Officer Donald Sahota to resolve a negligence lawsuit following the 2022 incident where a sheriff's deputy mistakenly shot the off-duty officer during a confrontation with a robbery suspect.

State of the City: Vancouver mayor promotes arts and culture in her annual address

Vancouver Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle highlighted arts initiatives, public safety investments and city development projects during her annual State of the City address.

17th District lawmakers Kevin Waters and David Stuebe decry passage of state income tax bill after marathon floor debate

Reps. Kevin Waters and David Stuebe condemn Senate Bill 6346, warning the new state income tax sends more money into the general fund without real reform, risks expanding to every family, and ignores Washington’s affordability crisis.

Opinion: Washington’s fight for liberty

Conservative columnist Nancy Churchill argues that despite the passage of a new 9.9% state income tax, signs of shifting political momentum in Washington state give reason for hope and continued action.

18th District Reps. Stephanie McClintock and John Ley denounce passage of state income tax

OII passes 60-day point in Vancouver Police Department use of deadly force investigation

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