Tacoma Public Utilities warns of stranger impersonating worker

Be on the lookout for a man posing as a public utility worker and wearing a phony badge, Tacoma Public Utilities says.

Buying or selling on Craigslist? Lakewood cops offer safe place for online transactions

Want to sell or buy something from a stranger you met on Craigslist, Ebay, or OfferUp? You're supposed to go to a public place, but that doesn't always guarantee your safety. 

WMW tips help lead Everett Police to violent sex offender who was wanted in Pierce County

FUGITIVE CAPTURED May 19, 2017 --Washington's Most Wanted viewer tips called into Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound led Everett Police to convicted rapist, Michael Calflooking, on Friday.He is Washington's Most Wanted Capture #886-----------------------------------------------------FUGITIVE WANTED IN PIERCE COUNTY May 12, 2017 --Convicted violent rapist, Michael Calflooking, is wanted for failing to register as a sex offender in Pierce County, where detectives are hoping you can help get him back on the map.“He has been registering as a transient sex offender, when you do that you're supposed to come in and make sure we know you're still transient.

The nation's oldest registered nurse is still working at Tacoma General

The oldest working registered nurse in the U.S. lives right here in Washington state. Florence ‘SeeSee’ Rigney is 92 years old.

Driver had medical issue before crashing semi into Roy home

The Washington State Patrol has taken over an investigation where a semi truck crashed into a home in Roy Sunday evening.

Raspy-voiced bank robber: Help ID gruff-talking, possibly armed suspect targeting Tacoma banks

WANTED IN TACOMA --Tacoma Police are asking for the public’s help to identify a bank robbery suspect.“The thing that stands out about this guy is he apparently has a pretty raspy voice,” said Officer Shelbie Boyd.On May 1st, police say the suspect walked into the bank at 12:22 p.m. in the 900 block of Tacoma Ave.

Homeless in Tacoma: 'I never thought that I would be sleeping in my car'

Officials in Tacoma are seeing more and more people beginning to sleep in their vehicles as homelessness becomes a problem across the Puget Sound.

Body found in Point Defiance Park in Tacoma

Someone spotted a body Monday afternoon near the Narrows Viewpoint in the park and called 911.

Middle school teacher changes career after 10 years to become Puyallup Police Officer

Puyallup Police Officer David LaSalata is just a few months into his law enforcement career but before the badge came the books. LaSalata taught middle school and coached kids for more than 10 years.

Small earthquake rattles Bonney Lake Sunday

A small earthquake shook Bonney Lake early Sunday afternoon, according to the United States Geological Survey.

Man shoots brother while drunkenly playing with loaded gun

A man shot and seriously injured his younger brother in Spanaway while drunkenly playing with a loaded revolver.

Street in park to be named after slain Tacoma police officer

A street in a city park will soon be named in honor of slain Tacoma Police officer Reginald "Jake" Gutierrez.

Tacoma business to partner with homeless shelter to provide youth job training

With young adults living on the streets, the city is moving forward with a new homeless shelter and teen drop-in center set to open next year. The facility will not only provide a warm place to stay but will also provide youth job training.

Tacoma homeowner shoots burglar during home invasion

The Pierce County Sheriff's Department is investigating after a homeowner shot and killed a burglar during a break-in early Saturday morning in Tacoma.According to Detective Ed Troyer, the homeowner heard someone breaking into house around 3:30 a.m. and quickly grabbed a gun.

Developers eye Tacoma's Hilltop area, as housing market skyrockets in Pierce County

TACOMA, Wash. -- Pierce County is leading the nation when it comes to rising rent.It’s all fueled by the hot housing market.Realtors say there are 50% less homes for sale on the market compared to two years ago.

Prosecutors throw the book at 'prolific' ID theft and forgery suspect in Tacoma

The Pierce County Prosecutor’s Office arraigned Kelsea Bernhardt on 14 counts of Identity theft, theft and forgery Monday. She was arrested Friday night by the Washington State Patrol and booked into the Pierce County jail on her outstanding warrants.

Tacoma woman celebrates her 105th birthday

With balloon tablecloths and a large cake, a church in Tacoma celebrated the birthday of one of their dearest members. Florence Motley will turn 105 this week.