Category: City News

  • Vancouver Police Arrest Male for Sex Crimes Against Children

    Vancouver Police Arrest Male for Sex Crimes Against Children

    On June 24, 2026, Vancouver Police received information that multiple juveniles were staying at a hotel with an adult male, later identified as Andrew Guerrero – 20 years old, who was reported to be having sex with teen girls at the hotel. Vancouver Police officers responded to the hotel room and located three juvenile males…

  • City Manager update: July 2026

    City Manager update: July 2026

    Vancouver Celebrates America 250  As our country approaches its 250th birthday, I find myself reflecting on the people, cultures, and experiences that have shaped the Vancouver of today and what it will become in the years ahead. Vancouver is built on a collection of shared stories and is committed to crafting a future together.  The values that guide our work are rooted in a deep commitment to belonging, respect, and fairness. We know our…

  • City Hall visitor parking lot closes for heat pump relocation project

    City Hall visitor parking lot closes for heat pump relocation project

    From July 13 through Oct. 31, construction will temporarily close the visitor parking lot on the south side of City Hall as crews relocate heat pump wells. Pedestrians will be routed around the work zone. Parking options during construction: The plaza on the southeast side of City Hall will be closed between Aug. 12 and Oct. 31. The drop…

  • Vancouver celebrates America’s 250th birthday with free daylong festival at Fort Vancouver 

    Vancouver celebrates America’s 250th birthday with free daylong festival at Fort Vancouver 

    The City of Vancouver, The Historic Trust and the National Park Service invite the community to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a full day of free family-friendly festivities at the historic Fort Vancouver Parade Grounds on Friday, July 3.  Vancouver Celebrates America 250 will transform the Fort Vancouver Parade Grounds into a community gathering featuring live entertainment,…

  • Vancouver Police Investigate Shooting

    Vancouver Police Investigate Shooting

    On June 18, 2026, at around 9:00 p.m., Vancouver Police responded to the area of 2400 Rossiter Lane/Evergreen Park for the report that multiple gunshots were heard and witnesses reported seeing several people running away from the area. When officers arrived, they located multiple shell casings near the playground area and several residents of a…

  • City launched $2.4M small business loan program in partnership with Business Impact NW

    City launched $2.4M small business loan program in partnership with Business Impact NW

    The City has launched a new citywide $2.4 million Revolving Loan Fund designed to expand access to capital for small businesses. Business Impact NW has committed $1.2 million in matching funds. The Fourth Plain investment area will receive $1.2 million in dedicated funding. The Revolving Loan Fund is part of the City’s recently adopted Five-Year…

  • City seeks volunteer to serve on Parking Advisory Committee 

    City seeks volunteer to serve on Parking Advisory Committee 

    The City is seeking applicants to fill one mid-term position opening on the Parking Advisory Committee. Applications are due by Tuesday, Jul. 15.  ​​The Parking Advisory Committee advises the City on parking policy and program implementation.   ​Membership eligibility and requirements:  ​​For full board details, including term information and meeting times, visit http://www.cityofvancouver.us/boards.  How to apply:  Visit www.cityofvancouver.us/boards to apply online. For questions or to  request the application…

  • City of Vancouver issues temporary ban on all recreational burning

    City of Vancouver issues temporary ban on all recreational burning

    Vancouver Fire Marshal Heidi Scarpelli is issuing a total ban on recreational burning within Vancouver city limits beginning at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, June 17. The ban is being implemented due to very dry conditions, low fuel moisture, and ongoing hot weather, all of which increase the likelihood that fires will start easily and spread quickly.  Fire danger in the…

  • City Council to host community forum on climate June 22

    City Council to host community forum on climate June 22

    City Council will hold its next council community forum from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Monday, June 22, at the Vancouver Arts Hub, 1007 East Mill Plain Boulevard. The forum will focus on how our community is leading the way in environmental sustainability. Feedback gathered during the event will help inform the City’s Climate Action…

  • Vancouver Police Investigate Homicide

    Vancouver Police Investigate Homicide

    On June 15, 2026, at around 12:37 a.m., Vancouver Police responded to the 3500 block of Creston Avenue for the report of gunshots heard. Callers to 9-1-1 also reported that there was a group of 25-30 teens in the street and that someone was performing CPR on someone lying in the road. Officers located a…