Western WA counties offer cooling centers during high heat days

As temperatures across western Washington take their first summer surge of July, county officials are preparing their cooling shelters for people in the region who need a safe space to cool off.

Pet of the Week: Mina
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Meet our pet of the week, Mina, a 4-year-old cuddle bug at the Humane Society from Tacoma and Pierce County.

Tacoma police arrest burglary suspect after chase
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Police arrested a burglary suspect after a brief chase through an alley, following a 911 call from residents who were awakened by a loud noise and barricaded themselves in a room. The suspect, found in nearby bushes before fleeing, is now facing several charges.

Kuya Max released: Supporters celebrate outside Tacoma detention facility

Kuya Max expressed gratitude to the community and labor groups that advocated for his release from a Tacoma ICE facility after nearly two months of detention.

Seattle All-Star Classic returns July 12
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Former Seahawks player Kerry Carter and actor Jeremy Piven stop by Studio 13 Live ahead of the Seattle All-Star Classic. Catch the celebrity softball game and home run derby at Cheney Stadium on July 12!

Rare agave plant blooms in WA after 17 years
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After 17 years, a remarkable agave plant is finally producing rare flowers at the Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium Botanical Gardens.

2 hospitalized, 1 arrested after shooting at Motel 6 in Fife, WA

Two people were hospitalized, and five people were taken into custody after a shooting early Thursday morning at a Motel 6 in Fife.

No charges against man arrested after Tacoma Amber Alert
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No charges will be filed against the man who took a two-year-old from a Tacoma Wendy's, sparking an AMBER Alert last month.

Prosecutors won't file charges against man arrested after Tacoma Amber Alert

Charges will not be filed against the man arrested following an Amber Alert in Tacoma, as evidence did not show criminal intent and the child's father expressed appreciation for the man's actions.

Stunning outfits featured in the Couture & Cars Fashion Show
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The latest couture outfits from a local fashion designer. Check out "La' Mama's Hands" at the Couture and Cars Fashion Show taking over Lemay - America's Car Museum on July 19th.

Woman facing vehicular homicide charges for pedestrian crash in Parkland, WA

A 39-year-old woman now faces more serious charges following a crash that killed a pedestrian on the sidewalk during the Fourth of July holiday.

Tacoma fire displaces 2 south sound families
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Two Tacoma families are displaced after a house fire spread to a neighboring home overnight. No injuries were reported.

Pet of the Week: Allie
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Meet this week's Pet of the Week, Allie, a 6-year-old pit-bull terrier mix from the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County

Central Pierce Fire reports hundreds of calls over Fourth of July
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Western Washington residents celebrated a Friday Fourth of July, keeping Pierce County fire crews busy. Officials reported a "busy 24 hours" responding to calls for assistance.

Central Pierce Fire reports hundreds of calls over Fourth of July

Central Pierce Fire and Rescue says that have a "busy 24 hours" after receiving hundreds of calls as residents celebrated Fourth of July. They expect more going into the weekend.

Pierce County deputies arrest man carrying explosives near abandoned bank

Law enforcement personnel are reminding the public that M-80s and other similar devices are considered explosives and not fireworks. A man in his forties was just arrested for possessing explosives.