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A pickup allegedly driven by Jason Tester, 22, of Vancouver is towed away after it was immobilized by Clark County sheriff's deputies. A sergeant attempted to pull Tester over for speeding, but he said Tester refused to stop.

WA lawmakers weigh increased penalties for people who try to elude police

A pickup allegedly driven by Jason Tester, 22, of Vancouver is towed away after it was immobilized by Clark County sheriff's deputies. A sergeant attempted to pull Tester over for speeding, but he said Tester refused to stop.

February 19, 2025, 7:40am Courts & Crime Free

People who flee from police in Washington could have their vehicles impounded or even forfeited under a bill that got a hearing Monday morning in the Senate. Supporters say the legislation promotes public safety by reducing the potential for police pursuits, while opponents question the potential for deterrence. Read story

A “stake house” is seen Jan. 27, 2016, on Northeast 29th Avenue in Ridgefield.

Woman files $25M lawsuit against Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints over abuse by adoptive Ridgefield dad

A “stake house” is seen Jan. 27, 2016, on Northeast 29th Avenue in Ridgefield.

February 17, 2025, 4:50pm Churches & Religion

A woman has filed a $25 million federal lawsuit against The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints alleging church leadership failed to report allegations of sex abuse by her Ridgefield adoptive father. Read story

A grappler police bumper on the front bumper of a Clark County Sheriff’s Office patrol vehicle disabled a car that sped away from Vancouver police officers who attempted to stop it Thursday. Deputies have used the new tools twice to bring vehicles officers are chasing to a stop within seconds.

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A grappler police bumper on the front bumper of a Clark County Sheriff’s Office patrol vehicle disabled a car that sped away from Vancouver police officers who attempted to stop it Thursday. Deputies have used the new tools twice to bring vehicles officers are chasing to a stop within seconds.

February 17, 2025, 1:25pm Clark County News

The Clark County Sheriff’s Office has a new tool that it says will help deputies more safely stop vehicles they’re pursuing. Read story

Skamania County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue replaced all of its stolen equipment, including swift water gear (above), after raising almost $75,000 in an online fundraiser.

About a thousand people chipped in to rescue Skamania search and rescue after gear was stolen

Skamania County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue replaced all of its stolen equipment, including swift water gear (above), after raising almost $75,000 in an online fundraiser.

February 17, 2025, 1:04pm Clark County News Subscriber Exclusive

About 1,000 people chipped in money to rescue the rescuers. Read story

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WA courts are mandated to vacate many drug-possession cases. Why is it taking so long?

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February 16, 2025, 5:27am Courts & Crime

When Lisa Giap opened an email from the Pierce County Superior Court in January 2024 that said her previous drug conviction from 2015 had been cleared from her criminal record, she was stunned. Read story

Local immigration attorney Mercedes Riggs said people have flocked to her office for help amid the recent onslaught of immigration-related executive orders.

‘This is not being paranoid’: Immigrants in Clark County fearful of mass deportation threats

Local immigration attorney Mercedes Riggs said people have flocked to her office for help amid the recent onslaught of immigration-related executive orders.

February 15, 2025, 6:13am Clark County News

those both with and without documentation — are terrified of the mass deportations that President Donald Trump has promised. Read story

The Clark County Law Enforcement Center in downtown Vancouver. The Clark County Council will consider funding options for a $470 million renovation and expansion of the jail.

Clark County councilors take first steps in jail expansion project, citing ‘dire need’

The Clark County Law Enforcement Center in downtown Vancouver. The Clark County Council will consider funding options for a $470 million renovation and expansion of the jail.

February 14, 2025, 6:05am Clark County News

The Clark County Council is exploring funding options for a $470 million remodel and expansion of the Clark County Jail aimed at doubling the old, dilapidated facility’s size and capacity. Read story

The American Equities office is pictured at 4225 N.E. St. James Road in 2019.

Investors awaiting recouped funds after judge approves settlement against American Equities Inc.

The American Equities office is pictured at 4225 N.E. St. James Road in 2019.

February 12, 2025, 6:09am Business

Investors are still waiting for closure five years after allegations surfaced that a now-defunct Vancouver real estate investment company defrauded hundreds of people. Read story

Police in Washington would be barred from stopping drivers solely for nonmoving violations, like expired tabs or a broken headlight, under a Democratic-backed bill in the state Legislature. (The Columbian files)

Washington bill would set new limits on when police can stop drivers

Police in Washington would be barred from stopping drivers solely for nonmoving violations, like expired tabs or a broken headlight, under a Democratic-backed bill in the state Legislature. (The Columbian files)

February 12, 2025, 6:05am Courts & Crime Free

Police in Washington would be barred from stopping drivers solely for nonmoving violations, like expired tabs or a broken headlight, under a Democratic-backed bill in the state Legislature. Read story

The Camas Police Department is pictured in Camas on Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 30, 2020.

Camas voters reject utility tax to fund police

The Camas Police Department is pictured in Camas on Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 30, 2020.

February 11, 2025, 9:30pm Clark County News

Camas voters have rejected a ballot measure that would have raised the city’s utility taxes by 4 percent to fund new Camas police positions. Read story