Lakewood, WA: No homicides in 2025
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The city of Lakewood is celebrating a milestone: zero homicides in 2025, according to the police department. 

WA trooper struck, injured in multi-car crash
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A Washington State Patrol trooper was injured in a multi-car crash Monday night on State Route 512 in Pierce County.

WA trooper struck, injured in multi-car crash on SR 512

A Washington State Patrol trooper was injured in a multi-car crash Monday night on State Route 512 in Pierce County.

Family and friends remember WA man who died in fall at Emerald Queen Casino

A vigil was held Sunday for Evan Safiu, the man who died after falling through glass at Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma just before Christmas.

Vigil held in Seattle for man who died at Emerald Queen Casino
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Friends and loved ones gathered at the Aki Kurose basketball courts in Seattle to hold a vigil for Evan Safiu, who died after falling through glass at Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma in December.

Children located after custodial interference in Renton

Lakewood police say two children have been reunited with their legal guardian following a custodial interference investigation involving their biological mother.

Fire destroys University Place storage facility

A fire destroyed a storage facility in University Place early Friday. No injuries were reported and the cause is under investigation.

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.