Pierce County pirate plunders marina in Gig Harbor
video

Waterfront theft like this is not the norm, Gig Harbor Police Chief Kelly Busey tells me. But with this great footage, he's confident this scalawag will soon face the brig. "We'll identify him. We're just hoping to have justice."

Pierce County pirate plunders marina
video

Authorities in Pierce County are on the hunt for a modern-day pirate who has been plundering docks in Gig Harbor, making off with thousands of dollars in stolen goods.

Tacoma house fire, Gig Harbor boat fires break out Saturday
video

Two people are now displaced after both their homes, one a house in Tacoma, the other a boat in Gig Harbor, were destroyed by fires on Saturday morning.

Arrests made in 2023 Gig Harbor drive-by shooting

The Gig Harbor Police Department recently announced two arrests made in connection to a 2023 drive-by shooting.

Crooks get desperate during the holidays, Pierce County Sheriff reports

Pierce County Sheriff’s deputies are searching for the suspects who caused tens of thousands of dollars in damage to a Gig Harbor pot shop while only getting away with a few hundred dollars of stolen goods.

Tis' the season for thieving
video

Crime is spiking around the holiday season, according to law enforcement in western Washington

Documentary honors legacy of legendary UW football coach Don James

Former University of Washington Football head coach Don James was one of the most influential coaches in college football history, and a new documentary about James is set to premiere Thursday night at the Gig Harbor Film Festival.

Gig Harbor family stresses water safety after 11-year-old drowns

11-year-old Bishop Bradley Romeo drowned while paddle-boarding on the Cowlitz River, and his family is now sharing his story so no parent goes through their pain.

WA mother arrested after killing boyfriend inside home with children present

A homicide investigation is underway in Gig Harbor after a woman shot and killed her boyfriend inside her home Wednesday night. Authorities say children were there when it happened.

WA DNR predicting a tough fire season: How to minimize the fire danger surrounding your home

The heavy rain in the forecast for this weekend hasn’t washed away the elevated threat of wildfires in Washington State– we’re still in a drought, and the Department of Natural Resources says the burn risk is significant heading into the summer months.

Tacoma teacher, pastor accused of child molestation back in jail after bail violation: docs

A Pierce County elementary teacher and pastor accused of sexually molesting children is back in jail after he allegedly violated the conditions of his release after posting bail.

WA's Peninsula School District bans cell phones, ignites a shift in student engagement

In a world where teenagers are inseparable from their cell phones, Peninsula School District is making a bold move: banning cell phones in classrooms and between classes.