Podcasts about Clark County

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Camas resident Douglas Tweet argues the $15.2 billion IBR bridge plan allocates roughly half its width to light rail, buses, and bicycles while cramming cars, trucks, and freight into the remainder — and that Clark County has voted against light rail three times. Tweet makes the case for John Braun in the August 4 primary. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-john-braun-for-congress-navy-captain-business-leader-and-state-senator/ #IBR #I5Bridge #LightRail #JohnBraun #3rdCongressionalDistrict #ClarkCounty #Washington #Transportation #Opinion #Politics

Initiative 645 is certified for the November ballot after Let's Go Washington submitted 509,365 signatures. The Clark County Charter Review Commission passed amendment 26-40 on a 12-3 vote, C-TRAN holds $201 million in cash but fares cover just 4.2 percent of operating costs, and the Washougal National turns 45 on July 25. https://mailchi.mp/clarkcountytoday/this-weeks-top-news_july_17_2026 #ClarkCounty #WashingtonState #Initiative645 #CharterReview #CTRAN #WashougalNational #PearsonField #ClarkCountyToday

The McClaskey Foundation, through the Parks Foundation of Clark County, has invested $25,000 to sustain the Summer Playgrounds Program — a six-week, free recreation program serving Vancouver children ages 6–11 at Evergreen Park, Hough Elementary, and Crestline Elementary, including daily USDA-funded lunches. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/parks-foundation-of-clark-county-awards-25000-to-support-vancouvers-summer-playgrounds-program/ #SummerPlaygrounds #VancouverWA #ClarkCounty #ParksFoundation #YouthRecreation #McClaskeyFoundation #CommunityInvestment

Clark County Elections began mailing ballots on July 14 for the Aug. 4 Primary and Special Election. The deadline to register or update your registration online or by mail is 4 p.m. on July 27. After that date, updates must be made in person by 8 p.m. on Election Day. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/ballots-for-aug-4-primary-and-special-election-in-the-mail/ #ClarkCounty #Elections #Vancouver #WashingtonState #PrimaryElection #VoterRegistration #Aug4Election #ClarkCountyElections

Amendment 26-31 would expand Clark County's Ethics Commission from three to five members — but voters may never see it. The county council is expected to act on July 21, which could make the ballot measure unnecessary. Sponsor Kim Hamlik says five members would allow stronger deliberation. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/charter-review-commission-26-31-establishing-a-five-member-ethics-commission/ #ClarkCounty #CharterReview #EthicsCommission #ClarkCountyPolitics #WashingtonState #CountyGovernment #LocalGovernment #November2026

A Clark County Charter Review Commission amendment passed 12-3 would lower the signature threshold for initiatives from 10 percent to 8 percent. Sponsor Cathie Garber says no citizen petition has reached the ballot since Clark County adopted Home Rule in 2014. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/charter-review-commission-26-40-amending-the-initiative-mini-initiative-and-referenda-process/ #ClarkCounty #CharterReview #Initiative #Referendum #WashingtonState #ClarkCountyPolitics #HomeRule #CivicEngagement #November2026

Execution requests for two Nevada death row inmates are being delayed. Plus, what Clark County's Sheriff has to say about Governor Joe Lombardo's recent traffic stop. And, a group of girl scouts get hands-on experience with motorsports and STEM in Las Vegas. Tune in to 7@7 weekdays on any of your favorite streaming platforms.

Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford just joined 11 other states in a lawsuit to block the $110 billion merger of Warner Bros. and Paramount, so what are the ripple effects of our state getting in on the fight? Then, monsoon season is here and Las Vegas is bracing for an active stretch of weather, so what do locals need to know to stay safe? Finally, after eight years of planning and multiple redesigns, Clark County is moving forward with a $97 million overpass at one of the valley's most frustrating intersections. Host Jesse Merrick breaks it all down with Spotlight Poetry founder Elle Hope and Creative Producer Jacob Solis. Learn more about the sponsors of this Wednesday, July 15th episode: Foundation for Women's Leadership & Empowerment Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Clark County voters rejected light rail in 2012 and passed a 68% advisory vote against it in 2013 — yet Councilors Yung, Fuentes, and Marshall have continued pushing the project. The IBR I-5 Bridge cost estimate has doubled from $7.5 billion to $15.2 billion since 2023, and a C-TRAN board restructuring now gives Vancouver effective control of six of nine seats. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-local-politicians-have-ignored-repeated-votes-against-light-rail-and-a-county-resolution-opposing-light-rail/ #LightRail #IBR #ClarkCounty #CTRAN #Vancouver #Transportation #Opinion #Politics #WashingtonState

Amendment 26-20, sponsored by Charter Review Commission chair Brandon Erickson and passed 9-6, would limit Clark County Council members to three consecutive terms. A one-term waiting period would apply before a former councilor could run again. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/charter-review-commission-26-20-limitation-on-consecutive-terms-for-county-council-members/ #ClarkCounty #CharterReview #TermLimits #ClarkCountyCouncil #WashingtonState #LocalGovernment #Amendment2620 #CountyPolitics

Rep. John Ley breaks down C-TRAN's 2025 annual report — $201 million in reserves, 4.9 million boardings, and wages up 55% since 2023. The agency outperforms TriMet, but farebox recovery has fallen from 17% to 4.2% and buses often run at less than 20% capacity. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-c-tran-outpaces-trimet-strong-finances-and-growing-ridership-but-a-cautionary-note-on-costs-and-efficiency/ #CTRAN #ClarkCounty #PublicTransit #Transportation #WashingtonState #BRT #TransitPolicy #Opinion #Columns #ClarkCountyToday

US Army veteran Tiffany Plous Ferschweiler makes the case that Clark County's HUD-VASH support is concentrated in Vancouver, leaving veterans with housing vouchers few options countywide. She points to Multi-Family Tax Exemption programs and the state's Landlord Mitigation Program as tools local leaders should deploy. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-our-local-leaders-should-be-advocating-and-making-those-opportunities-countywide-to-translate-into-housing-opportunities-for-our-veterans/ #VeteranHousing #HUDVASH #ClarkCounty #VeteranServices #AffordableHousing #WashingtonState #Opinion

The Clark County Charter Review Commission passed Amendment 26-10 with a 12-3 vote, requiring the county's budget process to begin in September instead of November — giving residents more time to weigh in on an $880 million annual budget most never knew existed. Sponsor Peter Silliman says public participation under the current timeline is minimal. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/charter-review-commission-26-10-revised-budget-transparency-process/ #ClarkCounty #BudgetTransparency #CharterReview #ClarkCountyWA #WashingtonState #LocalGovernment #PublicPolicy #CountyBudget

Headline: The Secretive Construction of Iran's Pickaxe Mountain Guest: Andrea Stricker Andrea Stricker warns of a deeply buried nuclear site at Pickaxe Mountain, which may house advanced centrifuges. The facility is located two-thirds of a mile underground, making it extremely difficult to disable via airstrikes. Stricker recommends the U.S.demand IAEA inspections to verify compliance. (13)1905 CLARK COUNTY

Cost of housing is the #1 driver of homelessness in Clark County with domestic violence coming in at #2 // Prolific copper wire thief released without bail // AGREE TO DISAGREE: Moms and dads applying for jobs, for their kids // WE HEAR YOU! and WORDS TO LIVE BY

Clark County is looking to fill four vacant volunteer seats on its Clean Water Commission, an advisory body of nine residents that guides surface water quality and watershed health policy. No stormwater expertise is required — applications are due by 5 p.m. on Aug. 25. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-seeks-volunteers-for-four-positions-on-the-clean-water-commission/ #ClarkCounty #CleanWater #Vancouver #WashingtonState #PublicWorks #WaterQuality #Volunteer #CommunityNews

Clark County voters will weigh in on 10 proposed charter amendments this November, covering term limits, tax increase thresholds, and a new ethics commission. The week also brought a prosecutor disqualification ruling, income tax opinion columns, candidate announcements, the death of a sheriff's deputy, and a Union High School alum making his mark with the New England Patriots. URLHERE #ClarkCounty #WashingtonState #ClarkCountyToday #CharterAmendments #IncomeTax #LocalPolitics #Elections #PublicSafety

Amendment 26-07, sponsored by Commissioner John Jay and passed 8-7, would require Clark County to publish a data-driven public analysis of how proposed land use or construction code changes could affect housing costs before adopting them. The analysis must be funded by the county's general fund — not development fees. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/charter-review-commission-amendment-26-07-housing-impact-analysis/ #ClarkCounty #CharterReview #HousingAffordability #LandUse #ClarkCountyWA #November2026 #BallotMeasure #LocalGovernment

A wetland at the headwaters of Cougar Creek — ditched and drained more than a century ago — has been fully restored at Clark County's 78th Street Heritage Farm. The $4 million project features eight wetland cells and a 35-foot native plant buffer designed to improve water quality, recharge groundwater, and support salmon habitat in the Salmon Creek Watershed. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/community-celebrates-completion-of-wetland-restoration-at-countys-78th-street-heritage-farm/ #ClarkCounty #HeritageFarm #WetlandRestoration #CougarCreek #SalmonHabitat #Vancouver #WashingtonState #PublicWorks #Conservation #Environment

Clark County's Charter Review Commission voted Wednesday to send all 10 proposed amendments to the November 2026 general election ballot. The amendments include a supermajority requirement for new county taxes, a three-consecutive-term limit for county councilors, and a reduction in initiative signature requirements from 10 percent to 8 percent. Commission Chair Brandon Erickson called the vote a reflection of careful, deliberate review of the county's basic governing document. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-charter-review-commission-passes-10-amendments-to-head-to-general-election/ #ClarkCounty #CharterReview #ClarkCountyPolitics #WashingtonState #CountyGovernment #November2026 #LocalGovernment

More than 8,200 people experienced homelessness in Clark County in 2025, including over 2,300 children. The Council for the Homeless annual report documents small but fragile gains in shelter stays and housing stability, while warning that rising costs and tapering federal relief continue to outpace available resources. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/council-for-the-homeless-releases-2025-annual-homeless-response-report/ #ClarkCounty #Homelessness #HousingCrisis #CFTH #Vancouver #WashingtonState #HomelessResponse #AffordableHousing

Clark County is accepting applications for an open business representative seat on the 11-member Arts Commission. The unfinished four-year term ends Dec. 31, 2031. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Aug. 7 and can be submitted to County Manager Jake Goodwin. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-manager-seeks-volunteer-for-open-seat-on-arts-commission-5/ #ClarkCounty #ArtsCommission #Vancouver #ClarkCountyWA #CommunityNews

Clark County Superior Court Judge Robert Lewis dismissed a defense motion to disqualify the entire Clark County Prosecutor's Office from a case against Steven Michael Ward. The motion stemmed from lead prosecutor Laurel Smith's acknowledged relationship with Sgt. James Dewey, the case's lead investigator. Smith has since been screened off the case. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/judge-dismisses-motion-to-disqualify-clark-county-prosecutors-office-from-case/ #ClarkCounty #ClarkCountyProsecutor #LaurelSmith #VancouverWA #WashingtonState #CourtsAndLaw #LocalNews

Motorcyclists made up 16 percent of Washington traffic fatalities over the last five years, despite being involved in just 3 percent of all crashes. Law enforcement agencies across Clark County will run High Visibility Enforcement patrols from July 10 through July 26, targeting dangerous behaviors by both riders and drivers. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/increased-motorcycle-safety-patrols-coming-to-clark-county-july-10-26/ #TargetZero #MotorcycleSafety #ClarkCounty #WashingtonState #TrafficSafety #RideSafeRideOn

The suspect in a Las Vegas marriage scheme agrees to a plea deal. Plus, the latest on a Clark County public works scandal. And, we'll tell you when a casino in North Las Vegas is set to reopen. Tune in to 7@7 weekdays on any of your favorite streaming platforms.

Ohio sold fifteen thousand acres of public wildlife land to out of state frackers this week, days after officials killed a solar farm in Clark County. Meanwhile, over two thousand provisional ballots got thrown out in the May primary, and only 23 percent of Ohio's 18 year olds are registered to vote at all. The Supreme Court also handed down three rulings this week that land right back in Ohio, on mail ballots, birthright citizenship, and campaign finance. We close out with the two U.S. House races the whole country is watching this fall: Kaptur versus Merrin in the 9th District, and Turner versus Knickerbocker in the 10th. PODCAST NETWORK ALIVE Podcast Network. Link: https://alivepodcastnetwork.com/ CONVERSATION PLATFORMS HeadOn - A platform for contentious yet productive conversations. It's a place for hosted and unguided conversations where you can grow a following and enhance your conversations with AI features. Link: https://app.headon.ai/ Living Room Conversations - Building bridges through meaningful dialogue across political divides. Link: https://livingroomconversations.org/ UNITY MOVEMENTS Us United - A movement for unity that challenges Americans to step out of their bubbles and connect across differences. Take the Unity Pledge, join monthly '30 For US' conversation calls, wear purple (the color of unity), and participate in National Unity Day every second Saturday in December. Their programs include the Sheriff Unity Network and Unity Seats at sports events, proving that shared values are stronger than our differences. Link: https://www.us-united.org/ BALANCED NEWS & INFORMATION OtherWeb - An AI-based platform that filters news without paywalls, clickbait, or junk, helping you access diverse, unbiased content. Link: https://otherweb.com/ VOTING REFORM & DEMOCRACY Equal Vote Coalition & STAR Voting - Advocating for voting methods that ensure every vote counts equally, eliminating wasted votes and strategic voting. Link: https://www.equal.vote/star Future is Now Coalition (FiNC) - A grassroots movement working to restore democracy through transparency, accountability, and innovative technology while empowering citizens and transforming American political discourse. Link: https://futureis.org/ POLITICAL ENGAGEMENT Independent Center - Resources for independent political thinking and civic engagement. Link: https://www.independentcenter.org/ GET DAILY NEWS Text 844-406-INFO (844-406-4636) with code 'purple' to receive quick, unbiased, factual news delivered to your phone every morning via Informed (https://informed.now) Check Out the Unfuck America Tour & National Ground Game: https://www.nationalgroundgame.com/ Check Out the CIVICS App to Know More About Your Politicians: https://www.civicpolitics.com Subscribe to the Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/purplepoliticalbreakdown/p/welcome-to-the-purple-political-breakdown?r=3z2cmw&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true ALL LINKS https://linktr.ee/purplepoliticalbreakdown The Purple Political Breakdown is committed to fostering productive political dialogue that transcends partisan divides. We believe in the power of conversation, balanced information, and democratic participation to build a stronger society. Our mission: 'Political solutions without political bias.' Subscribe, rate, and share if you believe in purple politics - where we find common ground in the middle! Also if you want to be apart of the community and the conversation make sure to Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/ptPAsZtHC9

Clark County auditor candidate Mitchell Kelly reflects on 250 years of American democracy, arguing that civic participation — voting, volunteering, and staying informed — is the truest way to honor those who built the republic. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-celebrating-250-years-of-self-government/ #Opinion #CivicEngagement #ClarkCounty #Democracy #IndependenceDay #Voting #America250 #WashingtonState #Elections #SelfGovernment

Student-related crashes skyrocket in Clark County. Two parents appear in court on neglect charges after their son is struck by a vehicle. Plus, we'll take you to a local company whose products have been part of the NASA space missions since the 1960s. Tune in to 7@7 weekdays at 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. on any of your favorite streaming platforms.

Five Clark County blueberry farms are open or opening soon for U-pick, with Majestic Farms Blueberries, Meadowglenn Farm, Prairie Berry Farm, Fred's Place in Washougal, and Indigo Acres among the options. The Hockinson Blueberry Festival follows on July 18. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/blueberry-season-has-arrived-at-clark-county-farms/ #HockinsonBlueberryFestival #ClarkCounty #BlueberryFarms #UPick #WashingtonState #LocalFarms #SummerProduce

A disqualification motion targeting Clark County's sole prosecutor candidate, a federal green light for the Interstate Bridge Replacement program, and a U.S. Supreme Court ruling on transgender athletes in girls sports all converged in a single week of Clark County news. Plus, Washougal mourns Grant Johnson Jr. and Cedar Creek Grist Mill marks 150 years. URLHERE #ClarkCounty #IBR #ProsecutorEthics #TransportationWA #SupremeCourt #WashingtonState #Vancouver #Washougal #CedarCreekGristMill #ClarkCountyToday ---

A Clark County Today report on the county's lone prosecuting attorney candidate and a Superior Court case has sparked a broader conversation about ethics, impartiality, and whether elected prosecutors must avoid even the appearance of a conflict of interest. Clark County readers are now weighing in. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-how-important-is-it-for-elected-prosecutors-to-avoid-even-the-appearance-of-a-conflict-of-interest/ #ClarkCounty #ProsecutingAttorney #Ethics #ConflictOfInterest #Justice #WashingtonState #ClarkCountyToday #PublicTrust #SuperiorCourt #ElectedOfficials

Clark County communities are marking America's 250th birthday with parades, fireworks, and festivals from July 3–5. Fort Vancouver hosts a free all-day celebration, Battle Ground commemorates its own 75th anniversary, and Ridgefield, Yacolt, Camas, Washougal, and Woodland all have events lined up. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/america250-celebrations-set-to-fill-southwest-washington-with-patriotic-events/ #America250 #FourthOfJuly #ClarkCounty #Vancouver #Ridgefield #BattleGround #Yacolt #Washougal #Camas #Independence Day

Laurel Smith, the unopposed candidate for Clark County Prosecuting Attorney, is the subject of a disqualification motion after disclosing she began dating Vancouver Police Sgt. James Dewey — a lead investigator she personally examined under oath on May 20 — just two weeks before reassigning his cases. A hearing is set for July 8 before Judge Robert A. Lewis. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/lone-prosecuting-attorney-candidate-scrutinized-for-actions-in-superior-court-case/ #ClarkCounty #LaurelSmith #ProsecutingAttorney #ConflictOfInterest #VancouverWA #ClarkCountyPolitics #SuperiorCourt #PublicSafety #WashingtonState #ClarkCountyToday

In a 4-1 vote, the Clark County Council advanced a resolution — 95 percent written by the city of Vancouver — asking the IBR to extend light rail to Library Square. Councilor Michelle Belkot, the lone dissenting vote, reminded colleagues the county is still officially on record opposing light rail without a voter-approved advisory vote. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-council-follows-vancouvers-lead-promoting-light-rail-to-library-square/ #ClarkCounty #LightRail #IBR #InterstateBridgeReplacement #CTran #Vancouver #Transportation #ClarkCountyCouncil #WashingtonState #ClarkCountyToday

Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington is serving free lunch and snacks to any child 18 and under at six Vancouver-area sites this summer — no registration, membership, or fees required. The program runs through August 15 at most locations, funded by the USDA. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/boys-girls-clubs-of-southwest-washington-offers-free-summer-meals-at-six-vancouver-locations/ #BGCSW #SummerMeals #ClarkCounty #Vancouver #YouthPrograms #FreeFood #WashingtonState #SummerFoodServiceProgram #KidsEatFree #CommunityNews

Clark County auditor candidate Eileen Quiring O'Brien argues that civic organizations — including the League of Women Voters of Clark County — have redefined partisan positions as "defending democracy," undermining the strict neutrality that once earned them public trust. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-words-matter-in-our-local-elections/ #Opinion #ClarkCounty #LocalElections #LeagueOfWomenVoters #CivicOrganizations #Nonpartisan #WashingtonState #Democracy #ClarkCountyAuditor #Politics

Clark County Treasurer Alishia Topper has scheduled a July 10 distraint auction of restaurant furniture, fixtures, and equipment from a former Shari's location at 305 SE Chkalov Drive in Vancouver. The sale proceeds only if delinquent taxes remain unpaid by 4 p.m. July 9. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/business/county-treasurer-schedules-personal-property-auction-for-july-10/ #ClarkCounty #AlishiaTopper #PropertyAuction #DelinquentTaxes #Vancouver #WashingtonState #ClarkCountyTreasurer #PublicAuction

It's Wednesday, June 24. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Are we witnessing the early stages of an insurance crisis making its way to Nevada? With wildfire-related home insurance cancellations and denials on the rise across Clark County, even state regulators are having trouble explaining why. Plus, after a months-long workplace dispute between two Las Vegas city workers ended in a fatal shooting, many are wondering how HR let it get this far. Finally, the A's stadium construction is moving along, but Bally's doesn't seem to be holding up their end of the bargain. Host Jesse Merrick digs into it all with local artist and writer Brent Holmes and City Cast Las Vegas Creative Producer Jacob Solis. Learn more about the sponsors of this Monday, June 22nd episode: Neon Museum Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Jeff Bliss. Jeff Bliss reports on the opening of a massive four-story In-N-Out Burger on the Las Vegas strip. He highlights the brand's commitment to freshness, its growing popularity, and the extreme southwest heat.1940 CLARK COUNTY