Toxic algae closes Spanaway Lake ahead of holiday weekend
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The Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department has closed the lake to all recreation, including swimming, wading, fishing and water skiing.

'Thin blue line' stickers snatched from Tacoma police cars after public criticism

Many people have seen a certain symbol connected to law enforcement in several forms—a black and white American flag with a thin blue stripe across the middle. The Tacoma Police Department has decided to remove that symbol from its entire fleet.

Washington State Fairgrounds offers fair food to-go for three weekends in July

Starting Friday and for the next three weekends, you'll be able to get some of your Washington State Fair food favorites -- without waiting until September and without leaving your vehicle. 

Pierce County hits the pause button as Covid cases rise

Health officials were preparing to submit a request for Pierce County to enter a modified Phase Two under the state's reopening plan, but county health epidemiologists have unanimously advised against the move amid a spike in Covid cases.

Organizations look for unique ways to watch fireworks this July 4th

Many July 4th traditions are impacted this year due to COVID-19, but there are some alternative options for celebrating the holiday.

Gas leak in Puyallup
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Forced evacuations and power shut-offs after gas leak in downtown Puyallup

Family of man killed by Tacoma police officer in 2019 files claim against the department

The family of a Tacoma man shot and killed by police last year is suing the city the police department. Attorneys for the man's mother, who include an attorney representing the family of George Floyd, announced the first step in the lawsuit which will eventually be filed in federal court.

Search continues for 2 missing hikers on Mount Rainier

Mount Rainier National Park Rangers and mountain rescue association teams are still searching for two men who remained missing Friday.

2 teens killed, 2 hurt in overnight rollover crash, Puyallup police say

Two teenagers were killed and two others hurt in a single-car rollover crash early Friday morning. Police say intoxication may have been a factor.