JBLM beaches closed after soldier drowns
The beaches at Joint Base Lewis-McChord have been closed for recreational swimming until safety officials complete their investigation into a soldier's drowning that happened last month.
Pregnant woman, JBLM soldier killed in domestic dispute
Two people were found dead after a shooting in Lacey, and court documents have revealed what led up to the killing and high-speed police pursuit on Thursday night.
Pregnant woman, JBLM soldier killed in Lacey shooting; suspect arrested
Two people were found dead after a shooting in Lacey, and court docs have revealed what led up to the killing and high-speed police pursuit on Thursday night.
Former JBLM soldier charged with killing Tukwila taxi driver
A former JBLM soldier who was set to go on trial for child sex abuse charges is now also charged with killing a taxi driver in Tukwila.
JBLM doctor faces judge in one of the largest sexual assault cases in Army history
A local military doctor was back inside a military courtroom on Thursday, where he faces dozens of sexual assault charges after several male soldiers came forward.
2 injured in JBLM helicopter crash during training exercise
An Army helicopter crashed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord during a routine training exercise Monday night, sending the two pilots to a hospital.
1 killed, 1 injured in crash near JBLM Main Gate
A 23-year-old man was killed and another man was injured in a crash on I-5 near Joint Base Lewis-McChord's Main Gate early Saturday morning.
WSP investigating fatal crash on I-5 near JBLM Main Gate
Washington State Patrol is currently investigating a crash near JBLM's Main Gate that killed one person.
JBLM deserter named suspect in cab driver's murder; Army to investigate
The man who was a person of interest in the murder of a Tumwater cab driver is now named a suspect in the case, police said.
JBLM doctor accused of sexually abusing 40+ patients appears in court
A JBLM doctor accused of sexually abusing dozens of male patients remains out of custody following his arraignment on Friday.
Wrong way DUI driver kills Puyallup woman on I-5 near JBLM
A man who was allegedly under the influence and driving the wrong way on I-5 crashed into a car early Sunday morning, killing a female passenger.
Woman killed by suspected DUI driver near JBLM
A man who was allegedly under the influence and driving the wrong way on I-5 crashed into a car early Sunday morning, killing a female passenger.
Donations needed for dog abandoned at gas station near JBLM, suffering ruptured eye
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County needs help funding an urgent operation on a dog found abandoned at a gas station.
'I have no faith in them:' Murdered cabbies' girlfriend furious with details of case
The partner of a taxi driver murdered in Tukwila is beyond angry, saying that she cannot comprehend why a person connected to her boyfriend's murder was not in custody. The person of interest, Jonathan Lee, is a convicted child rapist who fled JBLM before his court-martial hearing.
JBLM doctor accused of sexually assaulting 42 patients faces over 50 charges
Army investigators have now identified 42 sexual assault victims tied to a doctor at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, who is accused of preying on male patients.
Search for convicted JBLM soldier
On Jan. 19, 2024, Lee was convicted and sentenced, in-absentia, to 64 years of confinement for felony offenses during a military court martial held on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash.
Officials looking for alleged Army deserter sentenced to 64 years for felony offenses
The Department of the Army Criminal Investigation Division (CID) requests assistance in locating Specialist Jonathan Kang Lee, a deserter of the U.S. Army.
Woman shot, killed near JBLM
Police are investigating after a woman was shot and killed Monday night in Lakewood.
Sen. Murray pushes Pentagon to address housing concerns for servicemembers, including at JBLM
Lawmakers, including U.S. Senator Patty Murray of Washington, have intensified their efforts to address substandard housing conditions for military personnel, including those at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. The push follows concerns over mold, lead-based paint, and asbestos in housing facilities.
Bodies found near JBLM identified as missing Lacey couple
The Thurston County coroner has confirmed that two bodies found near Joint Base Lewis-McChord are those of a Lacey couple who went missing in November.