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Suspect dead after chase, shooting involving Pierce County Sheriff's Department
PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. — The Pierce County Sheriff's Department was involved in a fatal shooting on Monday afternoon. According to the sheriff's department, the incident happened in the 26000 block of 70th Avenue East in Graham just before 3 p.m. The shooting happened after deputies tried to pull over...
16-year-old accused of shooting Tacoma police officer could be charged as an adult, judge says
TACOMA, Wash. — A Pierce County judge ruled Monday that a 16-year-old accused of shooting a police officer in Tacoma could be charged as an adult. The ruling stems from a shooting last August when a Tacoma police officer was conducting an emphasis patrol on recovering stolen vehicles. He encountered two 15-year-olds at the time suspected of stealing a car.
State eyes new youth detention facility for offenders with 'severe mental health and behavioral health needs' amid strain at Green Hill School
The Washington Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) plans to open a new medium security facility with up to 16 beds in unincorporated “urban” Pierce County to house young
Pierce County Council frustrated with lack of progress on homeless site
(The Center Square) – Frustrations are growing among Pierce County councilmembers after Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier’s office requested a shift of funding for a proposed $2.5 million homeless stability site. The county has struggled to find a low-barrier homeless stability site outside the City of Tacoma to...
Kent Police seek public’s help to find woman missing since 2009
Kent Police released a sketch of what Alyssa McLemore might look like now in an effort to find the Kent woman missing since 2009. McLemore was 21 when she disappeared over 15 years ago on April 9, 2009. She was 5 feet 3 inches tall and about 130 pounds at the time she disappeared. Her hair is naturally black but she was known to sometimes bleach her hair, according to Kent Police. She had a 3-year-old child when she disappeared.
4 hospitalized after suspected drunk driver causes crash on Highway 106
Three members of a Federal Way family were sent to the hospital on Sunday night after a collision with a drunk driver along the south shore of Hood Canal. The family was driving east on Highway 106 south of Belfair with two adults, a 10-year-old, 16-year-old and 18-year-old in the car, when a 2021 Mazda CX 30 driving the opposite direction crossed over the center line and struck their 2014 Lexus GX460 near milepost 13 at 7:26 p.m., reported the Washington State Patrol. Both cars were totaled and came to rest in the middle of the road.
Popular Store With 132 Locations In WA Plans Mass Closures
Covid has done a negative number on many businesses since 2020 and is still going. We're hearing more and more about businesses closing their doors due to poor performance and low sales. Some of them, including Bed, Bath, and Beyond, Big Lots, Red Lobster, and Rite Aid are affected. It will be interesting to see what happens by year end.
Police investigating fatal shooting near I-5 in Tacoma
TACOMA, Wash. — The Tacoma Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that happened near Interstate 5 Monday night. According to TPD, officers found a man with gunshot wounds on East 28th Street just before 8 p.m. First responders attempted life-saving measures, but the man died before he could be taken to a local hospital.
Chappell Roan Is Coming to Capitol Hill Block Party. Is Seattle Ready?
If you’ve been living under a Spotify-less rock, allow us to introduce you to your favorite artist’s favorite artist. She’s Chappell Roan, and she’s playing Capitol Hill Block Party (CHBP) this summer. When talent buyer Evan Johnson reached out to book the indie pop act last...
Pacific Northwest Ballet’s Film Festival to Host Free Screening Next Month
The Pacific Northwest Ballet has announced that the third edition of its Dance Film Festival, produced in partnership with Seattle Center, will host a free screening at the Mural Amphitheatre at 9 p.m. on Aug. 3. The film festival is, according to a press release, the brainchild of PNB soloist...
OMAHA, SET! 2024 Seattle Seahawks Schedule
The Seahawks are all set for 2024 with a schedule that’s jam-packed with prime-time action. We’re talking four big-time games under the bright lights: two on Thursday nights, one on Sunday night, and a Monday night showdown, a foursome that will spice up those scores and odds for the upcoming season!
‘Cobra Kai’ cast reveals first impressions of each other + who would survive on an island! (2024 Interview)
FOX 13’s Carly Henderson sat down with the cast of Cobra Kai to find out the cast’s first impressions of each other, which cast member they think would be best to be stuck on a deserted island with, and what they REALLY think about Seattle’s Gum Wall and catching a fish at Pike Place Market! Big thanks to Xolo Maridueña (Miguel Diaz), Jacob Bertrand (Hawk), Mary Mouser (Samantha LaRusso), Tanner Buchanan (Robby Keene), Peyton List (Tory), Gianni Decenzo (Demetri) for the chat!
Top Fuel's Shawn Reed thrilled to be at home, and under the lights, in Seattle
Shawn Reed’s first time at a dragstrip came at Pacific Raceways, when he experienced the magic of drag racing growing up. Now behind the wheel of an 11,000-horsepower Top Fuel dragster, Reed will get to be part of another Pacific Raceways first this weekend in Seattle at the 35th annual NHRA Northwest Nationals.
Seattle City (spot)Light: James Wicker, Senior Electric Service Representative
How long have you been at City Light? Since June 2017. Tell us about your role: I provide on-site technical advice and help commercial customers, making sure their electrical service installations are set up properly and efficiently. I explain and apply regulations for these installations and guide customers on service size, equipment arrangement, connection points, and service routes. I also advise on energy conservation and available resources. I initiate service installation orders, inspect installations to ensure they meet all codes and requirements, and resolve any electrical service issues by coordinating with other staff when necessary.
Traffic Jam for Peace: Urban Family's Bold Stand Against Gun Violence
Gun violence is a pressing issue that affects communities across the nation. In King County, government stakeholders and community organizations are joining forces to address this epidemic through collaborative initiatives. King County Executive Dow Constantine, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, and community leaders like Shantel Patu, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Urban Family, recently announced the launch of two interconnected campaigns: the 100 Days of Action against Gun Violence and the 100 Days of Peace initiative.
Royalty Fee Tacked Onto SiriusXM Bill Prompts Subscriber Lawsuits.
SiriusXM has in recent years come under scrutiny by several state attorneys general over its sales practices. Now company lawyers are facing a new accusation — that SiriusXM illegitimately charges its customers more than the advertised prices for its music plans. Consumers are now pressing their case in lawsuits filed in San Francisco and Seattle.
Fundraiser underway to support family of Pike/Pine parking lot shooting victim
A community fundraiser is underway to help loved ones of Kenji Spurgeon pay for funeral expenses and return the 23-year-old’s body to family in Alabama. “Kenji was a bright light in our lives, known for an infectious smile and quick wit,” a remembrance reads. “Kenji had an extraordinary ability to uplift everyone around with laughter, a joke, a song, or a dance. Kenji inspired us all to seek joy and be cheerleaders for one another.”
Seattle Seahawks fans should find recent 49ers move hilarious
The San Francisco 49ers are a good team and there is no disputing that. Twice in the last five seasons, the 49ers have been to the Super Bowl (though they have lost both times). They also own a current five-game winning streak over the Seattle Seahawks. Life is good for 49ers' fans...for now.
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