Road conditions in Pierce and Thurston counties
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Trooper Ryan Burke with Washington State Patrol talks with Q13 News about challenges on the road as winter storm cleanup begins.

Tacoma community mourns death of 'Sonics guy' Kris Brannon

He was one of the most recognizable and friendly faces in town: Seattle SuperSonics superfan and Tacoma resident Kris Brannon, better known as "Sonics guy," has died. 

Tacoma Police ID man killed in shooting outside illegal nightclub

Investigators are still searching for suspects involved in a fatal shooting outside an illegal Tacoma nightclub that left a 29-year-old man dead and three others injured. 

Local teen breaking barriers, becoming one of the first females to earn Eagle Scout rank in Boy Scouts

A local teen is making headlines today after becoming one of the very first females in the nation to earn the rank of Eagle Scout. It’s the highest achievement for the Boy Scouts of America and about only 4 percent of scouts have earned that rank, but this is not her first time breaking barriers.

Driver crashes into Spanaway business, walks away from scene

Deputies in Pierce County are looking for the suspect who crashed a car into a Spanaway medical supply business overnight then walked away from the scene. 

Advocates in Tacoma rush to provide more resources for homeless as temperatures drop

The threat of plunging temperatures has homeless advocates in Tacoma working overtime trying to make sure people living on the streets have what they need to survive the bitter cold.

First major event since moving to Phase 2 set at Tacoma convention center

A gymnastics competition is set to be held at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center next week, the first major event at the venue since moving to Phase 2 of the state's reopening plan amid the ongoing pandemic. 

Investigators: At least 6 people hit by car when Tacoma officer drove through crowd

Investigators on Friday released new details in the case of a Tacoma police officer who drove through a crowd of people while responding to calls about an illegal street race in January.

City of Lakewood honors African American 'Hidden Heroes' and their contributions to society

Q13 News is recognizing communities all over the Puget Sound celebrating Black History Month 2021. One community in Pierce County launched an online series in January to honor people who have made an impact locally and nationally.

High school sports prepare for season opener as some counties enter Phase 2 of state's COVID-19 recovery plan

School sports teams get ready to compete as the COVID-19 pandemic nearly canceled their seasons. This comes after Governor Jay Inslee announced several counties moving forward to Phase 2 of the state’s COVID-19 recovery plan.

Teen critically injured in Tacoma shooting

A 17-year-old is fighting for his life after he was shot in Tacoma Thursday night.