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Tacoma Teen to Face Adult Prosecution for Alleged Shooting of Police Detective
In a decisive move that could set a precedent for juvenile crime cases, a Pierce County judge ruled that a 16-year-old boy accused of shooting a Tacoma police detective is to be prosecuted as an adult, reports The News Tribune. The teen, Justus Nassir Kent, faced charges including attempted murder and assault after the August 2023 incident where he allegedly shot detective Justin Brooks, who at the time was conducting an emphasis patrol aimed at recovering stolen vehicles.
Pierce County Declines to Charge Deputy Seattle Police Chief Over Domestic Violence Allegations
According to prosecutors, the claim was filed shortly after Barden got engaged to Amy Smith, the head of Seattle’s CARE Department. The Pierce County Prosecutor has declined to charge Deputy Police Chief Eric Barden in a criminal case involving an allegation of domestic violence by his ex-girlfriend. The woman accused Barden of slapping her, grabbing her, and pushing her into a banister during an argument at Barden’s house in January 2023.
Donkey Fire southwest of Pe Ell 87 percent contained as of Tuesday
The Donkey Fire burning in timberland 7 to 8 miles southwest of Pe Ell was 87% contained after torching about 38 acres as of Tuesday morning, according to an update from the Western Washington Type 3 Incident Management Team. The blaze, which started Friday afternoon, is in steep, “dry and...
US Army Rangers’ Barbecue Turned Into A Shootout in the Streets of Tacoma After A Local Gang Attacked
In the 1980s, illegal drugs were widespread on American streets, leading to an increase in gang violence. While similar problems continue today, especially with opioids, the epidemic of the 1980s and ’90s had unique features. A major incident from this time took place in Tacoma, Washington, where a shootout between US Army Rangers and local gang members highlighted the era’s volatility.
Young and Talented Showcase: Seattle's Rising Stars Shine
Earlier this month, the Black and Tan Hall in South Seattle was the scene of an extraordinary event: the Young and Talented showcase. This unique concert, put on for kids by kids, highlighted the musical prowess of some incredibly gifted young performers. The atmosphere was high in energy as the...
Vancouver voters to decide on tax increase to fund more police services
(The Center Square) – The Vancouver City Council unanimously agreed Monday night to ask voters in November to approve a levy lid lift to bolster the city’s police department. Vancouver voters will decide on a tax levy lid lift of 41 cents per $1,000 assessed value in 2025. If passed, it is anticipated to cost an owner of a median $500,000 valued house a total of $205 more per year in city taxes in 2025. ...
Pete Carroll overshadowed by Bill Belichick even at the bitter end
The ending of Pete Carroll's career with the Seattle Seahawks did not seem so amiss. The team surprisingly relieved him of his coaching and Vice President of Football Operations duties and then allowed him to hold his own press conference. That seemed to be the classy - and right - thing to do.
ECU pitcher Wyatt Lunsford-Shenkman goes in 16th round to Seattle Mariners
A fifth East Carolina player has been selected in the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft, as All-American reliever Wyatt Lunsford-Shenkman has been drafted in the 16 round with the 483rd overall pick by the Seattle Mariners. Shenkman follows four of his teammates, with Trey Yesavage going in the first round...
Alex Rodriguez Says He Wants to Come Back and Celebrate with Seattle Mariners Fans
Alex Rodriguez, who has essentially been exiled from Seattle since leaving after the 2000 season, said in a radio interview on Tuesday that he would like one day to come back to Seattle and thank Mariners fans. The question is, will he ever be invited?
VIDEO: Woman rejoices as she finds father's ashes inside U-Haul stolen from Belltown condo
SEATTLE — Megan Plunkett can breathe a sigh of relief now after a U-Haul which was stolen from outside of her Belltown condo was found. She woke up on Wednesday with only the clothes on her back and one suitcase. It had been a day since someone stole her...
Longview Library to host free professional skills workshops
The Longview Public Library will host free resume and credit workshops in July as part of a partnership with Goodwill of Olympics and Rainier. The first workshop, Tuesday, July 16, from 1-2:30 p.m., will cover the basics on how to craft a professional resume. The second workshop, titled “Debunking Credit Myths,” will take place on Tuesday, July 23, from 1-2 p.m. It will teach basics on what credit scores are and how to improve them, and dispel common credit-related myths.
Seattle’s Most Famous Restaurant Painted Itself Hot Pink So It Could Be ‘Kenlis’
Harry Cheadle is the editor of Eater Seattle. Update: The Kenlis event has sold out, Canlis announced on Instagram, but added that it may release more tickets and encouraged people to join the waitlist. Stately Canlis has put aside its typical sedate Pacific Northwest dark-whatever colors and is now a...
Shawn Reed Excited for NHRA Northwest Nationals at Hometown Track Under Lights
Top Fuel driver Shawn Reed is excited to race at the NHRA Northwest Nationals in Seattle, his hometown track where he first fell in love with drag racing. Reed, currently 13th in points, looks forward to competing with his 11,000-horsepower dragster under the lights for the first time at Pacific Raceways.
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