Politics
Inslee vetoes $81M for CRC | May 20
Governor still battling to get state to pay $450 million share
It's all or nothing, Gov. Jay Inslee indicated Monday in the battle to get $450 million for the Columbia River Crossing project.
Former IRS chief: Can't say how targeting happened | May 21
WASHINGTON — The man who led the Internal Revenue Service when it was giving extra scrutiny to tea party and other conservative groups seeking tax-exempt status told Congress on Tuesday that he knew little about what was happening while he was still commissioner.
Washougal mayor faces challenge for job | May 21
Opponent plans to retire from city's fire department
The challenger for Washougal's top elected position promises to retire from his city job this fall to avoid a conflict of interest.
Local Politics
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Washougal mayor faces challenge for job 6:03 a.m.
The challenger for Washougal's top elected position promises to retire from his city job this fall to avoid a conflict of interest. -
Vancouver City Council OKs train crossing safety district May 20
The Vancouver City Council on Monday unanimously approved the creation of a local improvement district so 467 homeowners near the Columbia River can pay for railroad crossing safety upgrades for establishing quiet zones at Southeast 139th, 144th, 147th and 164th avenues. -
Inslee vetoes $81M for CRC May 20
It's all or nothing, Gov. Jay Inslee indicated Monday in the battle to get $450 million for the Columbia River Crossing project. -
Candidate withdraws from Vancouver City Council race May 20
Jerome J. Nye withdrew Monday as a candidate for Vancouver City Council, position 2, said Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey. -
Gov. Inslee signs derelict vessel bill May 20
Gov. Jay Inslee on Monday signed a bill that would provide more environmental protections against derelict vessels in Washington's waterways. - more Local Politics
Politics on the Wire
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Obama pledges urgent aid to Oklahoma town 11:17 a.m.
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama pledged urgent government help for Oklahoma Tuesday in the wake of "one of the most destructive" storms in the nation's history. -
AP Sources: Obama OK punting gay immigration idea 11:14 a.m.
WASHINGTON — Two people familiar with the Senate immigration deliberations say the White House has suggested to Vermont Sen. Patrick Leahy that it would be best to put off a controversy over gay marriage until a bill goes before the full Senate. -
Former IRS chief: Can't say how targeting happened 11:13 a.m.
WASHINGTON — The man who led the Internal Revenue Service when it was giving extra scrutiny to tea party and other conservative groups seeking tax-exempt status told Congress on Tuesday that he knew little about what was happening while he was still commissioner. -
Joe Biden may be gearing up for 3rd, final run at presidency May 20
COLUMBIA, S.C. — He's sought the presidency twice before, only to fall woefully short. Now, in what many people would consider the autumn of their own lives, Joe Biden is weighing whether he'll make a third and final run. -
Military sex abuse has long-term impact for vets May 20
WASHINGTON — New government figures underscore the staggering long-term consequences of military sexual assaults: More than 85,000 veterans were treated last year for injuries or illness linked to the abuse, and 4,000 sought disability benefits. - more Politics on the Wire
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