Tacoma crews prepared all year for severe weather storms

The silver lining to the severe weather storm heading our way is that emergency officials saw it coming. This foresight gave them time to prepare for the worst.

WSDOT continues work to remove camps from state right-of-ways

Homeless camps that sit near state roads and right-of-ways have been the targets of cleanups after millions of dollars in funding came in from the Legislature this year.

Judge: Prison time reduced for former Army Ranger behind 2006 Tacoma bank robbery

A former Army Ranger who led the “military-style robbery” of a Tacoma bank in 2006 had his prison sentence reduced Wednesday, dropped from 43 years to 31.

Patient at Western State Hospital arrested in roommate’s death

A long-term patient at Western Washington state’s psychiatric hospital has been arrested on suspicion of killing his 69-year-old roommate, police said.

Tacoma Police say 'hotspot' patrols reduced violent crime by 30% in targeted areas

Reports show Tacoma has seen a 50% increase in homicides and 90% increase in property theft over the last year. But new data from Tacoma Police shows their 'hotspot' patrols have led to a marked drop in violent crime.

Community forum to discuss public safety concerns in Pierce County

Tacoma Police Chief Avery Moore on Tuesday will give an update on his crime reduction plan during a Tacoma City Council study session.

Group terrorizes homeowners across Pierce County vandalizing homes, Halloween decorations

A group of teens appear to be terrorizing neighborhoods in Puyallup, Pacific and Auburn -- homeowners report damage ranging from shredded decorations to broken windows.

Kids with medical needs get Halloween visit from Reverse Trick-or-Treaters

Some special kids in Bremerton and Gig Harbor got a visit from "Reverse Trick-or- Treaters" who brought Halloween fun right to their doorsteps. 

Former JBLM colonel sentenced for beating wife in front of their kids, causing armed standoff: docs

A former Joint Base Lewis-McChord Army Colonel was sentenced to five years in prison on Friday for assaulting his wife while armed with a firearm, and causing a standoff with police back in 2020.

8 businesses burned in historic downtown Sumner, some declared a total loss

Multiple businesses in downtown Sumner were damaged after a fire early Friday morning. City officials plan to meet and discuss next steps on Saturday.

VIDEO: Smash-and-grab robbery at Tacoma pot shop, armed suspects at-large

Police are searching for several suspects who drove a car through a pot shop, stormed inside and filled their bags with merchandise early Friday morning. Authorities say the suspects were armed and exchanged gunfire with a security guard during the robbery. 

'Something needs to change:' Car theft victim confronts thieves when deputies don't respond

A Puyallup man is calling for change after he says he had to confront suspects who stole his wife's car when law enforcement didn't respond until the day after they were called. Officials say staffing issues have led to slower response times.