‘You're pushing the boundaries. Don’t push it any further,’ judge warns prosecution in Ellis case

Controversy continued into the final days of the Manny Ellis trial as the defense, again, references dismissing the case following the prosecution's use of words describing the officers’ treatment of Ellis like an animal.

'They chose instead to treat him like an animal:' Prosecution begins closing argument in Manny Ellis trial

Monday marked the beginning of the end for what has been more than three years of heartbreak, controversy, and questions in Tacoma, as the Manuel ‘Manny’ Ellis trial hears closing arguments. 

Christmas Day substation attacker sentenced to prison
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A man who admitted to vandalizing four power substations in Pierce County, Washington will go to prison for 18 months.

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.

Family speaks out after woman is attacked in front of children
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The family of Nodra Hursey is speaking out days after her estranged husband, 55-year-old Joseph Ricky Emile, was charged with aggravated first-degree murder and violation of a court order.

Family of Nodra Hursey speak out after estranged husband is charged with murder

The family of Nodra Hursey is speaking out days after her estranged husband, 55-year-old Joseph Ricky Emile, was charged with aggravated first-degree murder and violation of a court order.

Tacoma becomes first city in Washington to ban cat declawing

The Tacoma City Council voted on Tuesday to ban cat declawing in the city, except when done by a licensed veterinarian for therapeutic reasons only. 

Defense requests dismissal of Ellis case after controversy in final stage of trial

Controversy filled the courtroom during the final stage of the Manny Ellis death trial, as the defense requested dismissal of the case due to the prosecution’s cross-examination.

Tacoma will be first city in Washington to ban cat declawing
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Tacoma is the first city in Washington to ban declawing cats unless medically necessary. The ordinance goes into effect March 31, 2024.

Tacoma Police investigate overnight homicide
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A homicide investigation is underway after a man was shot and killed in Tacoma on Tuesday.

Parkland double shooting under investigation, suspect allegedly fires back at police

Police are investigating after two victims were shot inside a home in Parkland on Tuesday. Authorities say the suspect shot back at officers before turning the gun on himself.

Tacoma officer charged with killing Manny Ellis testifies in court

For the first time since the death of Manny Ellis while in Tacoma Police custody in 2020, one of the officers charged is publicly sharing their side of the story.

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.

Missing man last seen in Pierce County located

The Washington State Patrol (WSP) says they have located a man who was previously reported missing in Pierce County.