Child shot and killed in Lakewood
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Police believe the shooting was accidental. The suspect later turned themselves in to police.

Tacoma Public Schools launching after-school program

Tacoma schools, community centers and non-profits will be providing a safe space for teens to get free dinner and participate in open gym, art and music activities, and hang out with friends.

Marshals advise practicing house fire escape plan
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More than 2,600 people in the United States were killed in a house fire in a five-year period, according to the National Fire Protection Association. The NFPA said almost $7 billion in property damages were caused during that same period. Local firefighters are urging more people to create an escape plan to increase safety and help saves lives.

Police: Fife home invasion suspects threw cat against the wall as warning to victim

Fife Police arrested three people who allegedly broke into a home and physically threatened a resident after throwing her cat against a wall. This was all before the suspects drove off, with one of them stealing a police car and leading officers on a high-speed chase. 

Juneteenth celebration in Tacoma promotes economic freedom in the community

Juneteenth is a unique holiday celebrating culture, struggle, and freedom long delayed but finally recognized. Hundreds gathered at Stewart Heights Park in Tacoma to commemorate the important day in American history.

Rise in teens committing serious crimes
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Violent crimes have spiked over the last couple weeks and several involved teenagers. The most recent was a teenage boy shot near Foster High School on Sunday afternoon.

Pit bull with missing tailbone, 3 abandoned cats in Pierce County

On June 15, several animals suffering from severe neglect and abuse were brought into the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County within a few hours of each other. 

Puyallup shelter offers free adoptions until Saturday

Would you like a new member in the family? A local animal shelter is offering free pet adoptions over the next few days.

Tacoma Police investigating several pride flag thefts as hate crimes

Tacoma Police are investigating several thefts of pride flags over the last weekend, which they are classifying as a crime of hate.