Man killed in Tacoma shooting on New Year's Day

Tacoma police are investigating a homicide after an adult man was found shot dead early on New Year’s Day.

WA man convicted of trapping ex-girlfriend in dog kennel escapes courtroom

A convicted felon escaped from a Pierce County courtroom this month after he was found guilty of several crimes connected to torturing and tormenting his former girlfriend.

Felon escapes Pierce County courtroom
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Video shows a deputy taking down a 36-year-old convicted felon after he fled a courtroom in Pierce County, Washington on Dec. 23.

South Hill, WA neighbors recall deadly shooting involving deputies

A man is dead, and an independent investigation has been launched, after Pierce County deputies shot him in South Hill on Monday morning.

Suspect shot, killed by deputies in Puyallup
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Pierce County deputies shot and killed a suspect early Monday morning in South Hill after responding to reports of a man firing a weapon outside a home.

Deadly crash shuts down traffic at South Tacoma Way on Monday

At least one person is dead following a crash along a busy Tacoma roadway on Monday. Authorities announced hours of traffic closures to investigate the scene.

Tacoma, WA man arrested for Gig Harbor explosion

A Tacoma man has his bail set at $300,000 for crimes related to a small explosion outside a woman's house in Pierce County after Christmas.

Pet of the Week: Commander
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Meet our adoptable pet of the week, Commander, from the Humane Society of Tacoma and Pierce County. 

‘She’ll never be gone’: Memorial held for fallen WSP Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting

Family, friends and colleagues described Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting as someone who had a smile that would brighten the room and said her presence was a gift.

Puyallup man charged in crash that injured toddler, pregnant woman
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Rex Graydon, 21, faces multiple felony charges including vehicular assault after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop and causing a crash that left a 3-year-old in critical condition and forced a victim to undergo an emergency C-section. A judge set bail at $250,000 for Graydon, who was already wanted on an active felony warrant.

Memorial held for fallen Washington State Patrol trooper Guting
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A memorial service was held for the fallen Washington State Patrol Trooper in Tacoma on Saturday. Family, friends and colleagues described Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting as someone who had a smile that would brighten the room and said her presence was a gift.

Fallen Washington State Patrol trooper to be honored at memorial today
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A memorial service will be held in Tacoma for Washington State Patrol Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting, who was killed Dec. 19 after being struck by a vehicle while investigating a crash.

Man accused in serious Puyallup DUI crash in court
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A 21-year-old man accused of causing a crash in Puyallup while fleeing from police, nearly killing a 3-year-old child, appeared in court Friday.

Man charged in Puyallup, WA crash that injured family of 4

Prosecutors say the suspect ran a red light and T-boned a family’s SUV, nearly killing a three-year-old child.

Tacoma hospital uses robotic technology to detect lung cancer earlier
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Doctors at MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital are using a robotic bronchoscopy system paired with 3D CT imaging to detect lung cancer faster and with greater precision.

Memorial planned for fallen Washington State Patrol trooper in Tacoma
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Friends, family and colleagues will gather in Tacoma on Saturday to honor Washington State Patrol Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting, who was killed Dec. 19 after being struck by a vehicle while investigating a crash.

Memorial service to be held for fallen Washington State Patrol trooper Tara-Marysa Guting

A memorial service has been set for fallen Washington State Patrol Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting, who was killed while helping a motorist involved in a crash last week.