Chrissy Booker

A recent national study found Washington falls behind in preschool access compared with other states, reinforcing the assertion from local education leaders that the demand for early-learning programs has far outpaced funding.

Vancouver’s Yolanda Merriweather has had a complicated journey with self-love — one that she hopes can inspire others. It took her years to heal from the racism she experienced as a child and domestic violence she faced in a relationship. But rather than letting her past define her, she decided to channel it into something positive.

A recent study from financial technology company SmartAsset found Clark County is among the most generous counties in Washington.

After two years of construction, the first part of a redesigned and expanded emergency department at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver will open July 16.

The 22-year-old man who died Saturday in a single-vehicle crash has been identified as Victor Celedonio Montes, according to the Clark County Medical Examiner’s Office. His place of residence is unknown.

Careers in the science, technology, engineering and math fields are quickly growing, data shows. But diversity of the workforce lags.

Portland-based Legacy Health and Regence BlueCross BlueShield agreed to a new contract Sunday, meaning thousands of patients can continue accessing care through Legacy Health facilities using Regence benefits.

BRUSH PRAIRIE — Six students at Hockinson High School are raising money to boost access to period products for middle school girls, an effort they hope will reduce the shame some feel around menstruation.

Rebound Orthopedics & Neurosurgery confirmed its computer systems were compromised in early February, according to a statement posted on its website.

The co-owner of two local diesel truck service and sales businesses pleaded guilty Monday in U.S. District Court in Tacoma to violating the Clean Air Act, according to a news release from the U.S. Department of Justice.