Point Defiance stabbing suspect to receive 'mental competency' hearing
The man accused of stabbing a woman at Point Defiance Park tried to flee the country after his attack, according to probable cause documents obtained by FOX 13 News.
The man accused of stabbing a woman at Point Defiance Park tried to flee the country after his attack, according to probable cause documents obtained by FOX 13 News.
Tacoma humane society bringing back popular 'Poorly Drawn Pets' fundraiser
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is hosting its fifth annual ‘Poorly Drawn Pets’ fundraiser. Last year, the fun event raised nearly $30,800 for pets in need at the shelter.
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is hosting its fifth annual ‘Poorly Drawn Pets’ fundraiser. Last year, the fun event raised nearly $30,800 for pets in need at the shelter.
Man accused of shooting former boxer in Tacoma arrested after nationwide manhunt
A suspect is in custody for the shooting of a former professional boxer in Tacoma after over two months of being on the run across the country.
A suspect is in custody for the shooting of a former professional boxer in Tacoma after over two months of being on the run across the country.
Tacoma investing in controversial A.I. tech to crack down on gun violence
Tacoma is soon implementing a “ShotSpotter" pilot program paid for by grant money from the Bureau of Justice Administration — will it be enough to curb violent crime?
Tacoma is soon implementing a “ShotSpotter" pilot program paid for by grant money from the Bureau of Justice Administration — will it be enough to curb violent crime?
Violent crime reduction plan showing results in Tacoma
Tacoma police are holding a workshop to show the community how the shotspotter will be used to enhance public safety.
Tacoma police are holding a workshop to show the community how the shotspotter will be used to enhance public safety.
Latest results from Tacoma's crime reduction plan shows progress in enhancing public safety
Police officials say data-driven enforcement is making a difference in reducing crime in Tacoma.
Police officials say data-driven enforcement is making a difference in reducing crime in Tacoma.
Trial begins for accused arsonist, murder suspect in Tacoma
The trial of the woman connected to a months-long arson spree in Tacoma is officially underway.
The trial of the woman connected to a months-long arson spree in Tacoma is officially underway.
Trial begins for accused Tacoma serial arsonist
The trial began Monday for Sarah Jane Ramey, the woman accused of a deadly 27-day arson spree in Tacoma in 2021 and 2022.
The trial began Monday for Sarah Jane Ramey, the woman accused of a deadly 27-day arson spree in Tacoma in 2021 and 2022.
Serial arson, murder suspect on trial in Tacoma
The woman suspected of purposely setting 17 fires around Tacoma will go on trial. In one of those fires, the homeowner died. This is a case we have been following for more than two years.
The woman suspected of purposely setting 17 fires around Tacoma will go on trial. In one of those fires, the homeowner died. This is a case we have been following for more than two years.
First responders warn of cold water shock ahead of sunny weekend
Bright, sunny weather is expected this weekend, but for those planning to hit the water, first responders warn the temperatures are still cold and potentially dangerous.
Bright, sunny weather is expected this weekend, but for those planning to hit the water, first responders warn the temperatures are still cold and potentially dangerous.
Thurston Co. reacts to hiring of ex-officer cleared in Manny Ellis' death
Tensions remain high in Thurston County following the recent hiring and swift resignation of former Tacoma Police Officer Christopher Burbank, who has been acquitted in the death of Manuel "Manny" Ellis.
Tensions remain high in Thurston County following the recent hiring and swift resignation of former Tacoma Police Officer Christopher Burbank, who has been acquitted in the death of Manuel "Manny" Ellis.
'It hurts, it's wrong': Tacoma PD charges wrong man following woman's attack
A Buckley man received a court summons from the Tacoma City Attorney’s Office for a crime he did not commit, all because of Tacoma police department software.
A Buckley man received a court summons from the Tacoma City Attorney’s Office for a crime he did not commit, all because of Tacoma police department software.
Trial for Tacoma serial arsonist begins Monday
A woman accused of setting fire to over 15 different homes in the Tacoma area from December 2021 to January 2022 will soon appear in court.
A woman accused of setting fire to over 15 different homes in the Tacoma area from December 2021 to January 2022 will soon appear in court.
Crews investigate apartment fire in Tacoma, 18 people displaced
Crews are investigating after an apartment fire in Tacoma left behind massive destruction Wednesday night.
Crews are investigating after an apartment fire in Tacoma left behind massive destruction Wednesday night.
Destructive apartment fire in Tacoma
Crews are investigating what caused an apartment building to go up in flames Wednesday night.
Crews are investigating what caused an apartment building to go up in flames Wednesday night.
Missing Tacoma man: Ken Roach
Family of missing man Ken Roach are “extremely worried” about him, saying he has an illness and left a troubling note before he disappeared.
Family of missing man Ken Roach are “extremely worried” about him, saying he has an illness and left a troubling note before he disappeared.
Tacoma Public Schools to expand housing for homeless students
More than 2,500 students in Tacoma Public Schools are experiencing housing instability or homelessness, more than any other district in Washington.
More than 2,500 students in Tacoma Public Schools are experiencing housing instability or homelessness, more than any other district in Washington.
Walgreens store closure in Tacoma prompts concern about community impact
Walgreens will be closing 150 stores nationwide in 2024, and the store on 56th Street in Tacoma is one of them.
Walgreens will be closing 150 stores nationwide in 2024, and the store on 56th Street in Tacoma is one of them.
Walgreens closing in Tacoma could mean longer waits at other pharmacies
Picking up prescriptions for people living near Pacific Avenue and 56th Street in Tacoma is about to get a little harder. Walgreens will be closing 150 stores nationwide in 2024, and the store on 56th Street is one of them.
Picking up prescriptions for people living near Pacific Avenue and 56th Street in Tacoma is about to get a little harder. Walgreens will be closing 150 stores nationwide in 2024, and the store on 56th Street is one of them.
Confrontation at Tacoma encampment led up to deadly shooting, court docs say
A murder at a Tacoma encampment stemmed from a conflict between a homeless man and woman after he touched her, newly released court documents say.
A murder at a Tacoma encampment stemmed from a conflict between a homeless man and woman after he touched her, newly released court documents say.