Politics
Obama to address drones, Gitmo in security speech | May 23
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is set to at least partially bring out into the open some of the U.S.-directed drone program, a key component of counterterrorism strategy, as he outlines the contours of the continuing threat to American security.
Birth control coverage up for federal appeal | May 23
DENVER — In the most prominent challenge of its kind, Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. is asking a federal appeals court Thursday for an exemption from part of the federal health care law that requires it to offer employees health coverage that includes access to the morning-after pill.
Clark County to discuss revisiting home rule | May 22
Commissioners may vote May 29 on first step
Clark County commissioners are scheduled to decide next week if they will begin the process of crafting a home rule charter for county government.
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Clark County to discuss revisiting home rule May 22
Clark County commissioners are scheduled to decide next week if they will begin the process of crafting a home rule charter for county government. -
UPDATE: Herrera Beutler sends legislative message to Coast Guard on CRC May 22
U.S. Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler moved legislation on Wednesday cautioning the U.S. Coast Guard to think twice about granting a permit for a new Columbia River bridge if it restricts river traffic. -
Campaign Trail: Vancouver City Council May 21
Vancouver City Council: Campaign kickoff for Micheline Doan, Vancouver City Council, Position 1, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Firstenburg Community Center, 700 N.E. 136th Ave., in the resource classroom. This event is open to the public. -
Washougal mayor faces challenge for job May 21
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. - more Local Politics
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Obama to address drones, Gitmo in security speech 11:04 a.m.
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is set to at least partially bring out into the open some of the U.S.-directed drone program, a key component of counterterrorism strategy, as he outlines the contours of the continuing threat to American security. -
Between economy and trouble, Obama approval steady 10:26 a.m.
WASHINGTON — The economy is recovering, the White House is dealing with multiple controversies, and President Barack Obama appears generally unaffected either way. -
Birth control coverage up for federal appeal 10:22 a.m.
DENVER — In the most prominent challenge of its kind, Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. is asking a federal appeals court Thursday for an exemption from part of the federal health care law that requires it to offer employees health coverage that includes access to the morning-after pill. -
Pakistani cricket star politician leaves hospital May 22
ISLAMABAD — Pakistani cricket star-turned-politician Imran Khan left a hospital Wednesday, more than two weeks after he suffered serious back injuries in a fall from a forklift at a campaign event, a spokesman said. -
Iran's Ahmadinejad denounces election decision May 22
TEHRAN, Iran — Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Wednesday that a decision by election overseers to disqualify his top aide from next month's presidential race is an act of "oppression" and that he will take the case to the country's supreme leader. - more Politics on the Wire
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