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Pierce County Deputies Fatally Shoot Man During Domestic Violence Call in Buckley
A man was fatally shot by Pierce County deputies during a domestic violence call in Buckley, as confirmed by the authorities. The incident occurred late Wednesday night when deputies were dispatched to a residence on the 7500 block of 242nd Avenue Court East after receiving reports of a domestic violence situation involving a firearm.
Pierce County Launches Youth Talent Search to Empower the Community and Curb Youth Violence
Pierce County is calling all young creators with something to show off. If you're between the ages of 12 and 24 and have a knack for dance, comedy, rap, poetry, music, or another show-stopping talent, here's your chance to shine. Pierce County Human Services' (PCHS) Birth to 25 Initiative and The Griot Party are teaming up to find the brightest stars in the community with a Youth Talent Search.
Pierce County Deputies Rescue Car Thieves from Puyallup River
Two young car thieves are lucky to be alive after trying to run from police into a river!. Daring but Dumb River Escape Ends with Arrests After Tacoma Car Chase. In a dramatic turn of events yesterday (July 24, 2024), Pierce County Sheriff’s deputies successfully arrested two young car thief suspects after a high-stakes vehicle chase and river rescue. The incident began when deputies located a stolen vehicle in Tacoma. After the deputies tried to pull over the suspects, the vehicle fled and led to a pursuit that ended in the river behind a Fred Meyer store in Puyallup.
High crime rates threaten insurance renewal for Pierce County business owner
PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. — A Pierce County business owner repeatedly hit by property crime claims he's about to be dropped by his insurance. Nirav Sheth, outside his Gig Harbor garage, said he was surprised to receive a notice that Nationwide, through the Don Swanson agent company, would not renew the policy for his Meinecke stores in Gig Harbor, Silverdale, and Des Moines, which have had more than three reported losses in three years.
Tacoma’s Jack Hyde Beach: Advisory Lifted
The water at Tacoma’s Jack Hyde Beach is safe to enter. The Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department lifted the advisory for people to keep out of the water at Tacoma’s Jack Hyde Beach. The health department issued the advisory July 17 because of high bacteria levels. Results from water samples collected July 22 indicate the public health concern is over.
This Week: MOSAIC in Wright Park, Pierce County Trails Day, Homespun Happy Hour and more
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Federal Way man involved in multimillion-dollar boosting operation
Millions of dollars were illegally made off of stolen goods sold on eBay in South King County. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, two Western Washington men have been indicted by a federal grand jury on 11 criminal counts related to their alleged conspiracy to traffic in stolen goods.
Senior falls out of wheelchair | Fire blotter
The Valley Regional Fire Authority responded to 291 calls for service between July 15 and July 21, among them the following:. Aid call: 8 p.m. (Pacific). Firefighters responded to a senior citizen who had fallen out of her wheelchair, injuring her feet. Firefighters treated the woman on scene, and a private ambulance transported her to MultiCare Auburn Medical Center for further care.
Emerald Downs: Jockey Power Rankings Edition #12; Krigger’s huge week keeps him on top!
(Auburn, WA) Kevin Krigger set a new standard for wins in a week this season getting his picture take 7 times including in a Stakes Winner’s Circle. Let’s get to this week’s Power Rankings!. 2024 Power Rankings #12. #1 Kevin Krigger (Last week #1) Kevin Krigger rose...
At 94, Charlie Tapper isn't just a ringer at horseshoes, he's winning at life
While global attention will be on the Paris 2024 Olympics, the Tri-Cities will be celebrating their own world games. The National Horseshoe Pitchers World Tournament is happening in Kennewick from July 29 to August 10. Organizers will welcome nearly 1,000 top pitchers from all over the world. Among them is Charlie Tapper from Auburn, Washington.
Trae Holiday Uplifts Federal Way Black Pioneers on Good Day Seattle
Trae Holiday, who is the current guest host of Back2Besa as well as host of her own show, The Day With Trae, joined Erin Mayovsky on the set of FOX 13’s Good Day Seattle this morning for a sneak preview of this weekend episode of Back2Besa in which TraeAnna highlighted a recent Black History Event celebrated in the City of Federal Way which acknowledged the city’s early Black pioneers.
'He was a ray of light': Family and friends honor 16-year-old shot and killed in Auburn
AUBURN, Wash. — Family and friends of a 16-year-old shot and killed in Auburn said their final goodbyes Thursday. A memorial service was held for 16-year-old Xavier Landry, followed by a balloon release at Liberty Park in Renton. Auburn police said Xavier was found shot around 10:45 p.m. on...
Are offshore wind turbines coming to Washington?
Wind turbines in Washington state. You see them surrounding Ellensburg and the tri-cities. But now people are asking the question, do we need offshore wind turbines for Washington state?. According to crosscut.com,. ‘Last spring, the state legislature allocated $625,000 to study developing an offshore wind turbine industry. Of that, $375,000...
[LISTS] Washington State Wildfire Weekend Road Closures
Washington State Wildfire Weekend Road Closures For July 26th - July 28th, 2024. It's boat race weekend here in the Tri-Cities so expect some slowdowns around Columbia Park in Kennewick but if you hitting the roads in Washington, several roads are closed down due to wildfires. Several wildfires have closed...
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