Vancouver Seeks Vendors for Public EV Charging Pilot
Vancouver is seeking vendors for equipment and operating systems for a planned public EV-charging pilot, with proposals due Aug. 5.
Vancouver, WA
Vancouver, Washington (WA) offers a mix of quiet neighborhoods and everyday conveniences. It's the kind of community where day-to-day needs are close, and exploring nearby towns is always an option. Looking for things to do in Vancouver, Washington? This page helps you explore local picks, guides, and nearby favorites. Share a favorite spot you'd recommend to someone new in town.
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Vancouver Sewer Extension Enters Final Weeks of Construction
Vancouver’s Northeast 60th Street sewer extension is expected to continue through late August, bringing weekday traffic changes across six streets.
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Vancouver Arts & Music Festival Returns Downtown Aug. 7–9
Vancouver’s free Arts & Music Festival returns Aug. 7–9 at Esther Short Park and downtown, with performances, art, workshops and family activities.
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Vancouver Police Explain Changes to Automatic Misdemeanor Citations
Vancouver officials say police changed how automatic citations are handled for some low-level misdemeanors, but key implementation details remain unclear.
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Clark County growth-plan review moves toward hearings affecting Vancouver-area development
Clark County’s environmental review is complete, and July 29-30 work sessions examined draft housing, transportation and capital-facilities changes that could affect the unincorporated Vancouver urban growth area.
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Vancouver C-TRAN riders face planned detours as September I-5 closure approaches
C-TRAN is preparing regional and express detours for a planned September 11 southbound I-5 closure, while Route 72 remains on a separate long-term detour tied to 152nd Avenue construction.
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Vancouver Police Limit Some Low-Level Misdemeanor Arrests Amid Defense-Attorney Shortage
Vancouver police say officers will continue responding to and documenting lower-level crimes, but a city directive may limit some citation and arrest decisions while officials address a shortage of appointed defense attorneys.
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Vancouver Gas Dips to $5.02 While Diesel Edges Higher
Vancouver metro regular gas slipped to $5.015 while diesel rose to $5.944 in AAA’s July 31 check, with both prices above last week and last year.
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Vancouver-area measles cases reach seven after Salmon Creek clinic exposure
Clark County reports seven measles cases since July 22 and warns unvaccinated people may be at risk after a July 17 Salmon Creek clinic exposure.
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Interstate Bridge Replacement: Latest “advance to construction” step for Vancouver commutes
Amended federal ROD dated July 1, 2026 puts the Portland–Vancouver I-5 bridge project into “advance to construction,” with contractor selection anticipated in 2027.
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Vancouver, WA Daily Briefing for February 17, 2026
Vancouver, WA — February 17, 2026 — City panels meet, county finances reviewed, and local history and culture events fill out a quiet mid‑February week.
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Vancouver Daily Brief — City Meetings, Measles Update, and Friday Events
Vancouver, WA — February 6, 2026 — City leaders continued development discussions this week, health officials confirmed additional measles cases tied to a prior exposure, and fa…
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Weekly News Wrap-Up for Vancouver, WA
Vancouver, WA — February 5, 2026 — A week of community events, local developments, and weather updates highlights the vibrancy of our city.
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Vancouver Fire Department Responds to RV Fire on NE 53rd Street
Vancouver, WA — February 3, 2026 — The Vancouver Fire Department swiftly extinguished a travel trailer fire on NE 53rd Street, preventing further damage and injuries.
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Vancouver, WA Weather Snapshot – February 1, 2026
6:46 AM · Sunday, February 1, 2026 · Vancouver, WA: 46°F (Cloudy) · Feels like 45°F · Humidity 81% · Wind 3 mph
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Vancouver, WA — January 31, 2026 — Local News Update
Vancouver, WA — January 31, 2026 — A roundup of recent events and news in Vancouver, Washington, including community initiatives and local events.
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Vancouver, WA Weather Snapshot – January 31, 2026
5:27 PM · Saturday, January 31, 2026 · Vancouver, WA: 61°F (Clear) · Humidity 55% · Wind 8 mph
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Vancouver, WA — January 30, 2026 — Local News Update
Vancouver, WA — January 30, 2026 — A new traffic calming program invites residents to submit applications for neighborhood safety projects. The program offers approximately $300…
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Vancouver, WA — January 28, 2026 — Local News Update
Vancouver, WA — January 28, 2026 — Community on edge after shots fired in neighborhood; Historic Trust to host open house; Vancouver Fire Dept. honors fallen firefighter.
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Community on Edge After 28 Shots Fired in Vancouver Neighborhood
Vancouver, WA — January 29, 2026 — Residents shaken after over two dozen gunshots fired in local neighborhood; no injuries reported.