Elementary school teacher in Pierce County arrested for child molestation
The Pierce County Sheriff's Department (PCSD) reported that on February 26, a student alerted deputies to an alleged incident at the school, accusing a teacher of molestation or groping.
The Pierce County Sheriff's Department (PCSD) reported that on February 26, a student alerted deputies to an alleged incident at the school, accusing a teacher of molestation or groping.
Pierce County elementary school teacher pleads not guilty to child molestation
A teacher from Evergreen Elementary School in Longbranch was arrested after a student reported being molested or groped.
A teacher from Evergreen Elementary School in Longbranch was arrested after a student reported being molested or groped.
JBLM doctor faces judge in one of the largest sexual assault cases in Army history
A local military doctor was back inside a military courtroom on Thursday, where he faces dozens of sexual assault charges after several male soldiers came forward.
A local military doctor was back inside a military courtroom on Thursday, where he faces dozens of sexual assault charges after several male soldiers came forward.
Renton Police offer 'one of the highest' signing bonuses at $40,000 to compete for experienced officers
The Renton Police Department is putting money where its mouth is to try and boost staffing levels at its department by having one of the highest lateral hiring bonuses in the area for experienced officers.
The Renton Police Department is putting money where its mouth is to try and boost staffing levels at its department by having one of the highest lateral hiring bonuses in the area for experienced officers.
Graham family loses home in devastating fire: ‘We had everything in there’
A Pierce County family is picking up the pieces of their lives and recovering from injuries after a fire destroyed their home early Wednesday morning.
A Pierce County family is picking up the pieces of their lives and recovering from injuries after a fire destroyed their home early Wednesday morning.
Donations needed for dog's life-changing surgery at Tacoma shelter
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is asking for donations to give a 7-year-old dog life-changing surgery to help him breathe comfortably.
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is asking for donations to give a 7-year-old dog life-changing surgery to help him breathe comfortably.
Elementary school teacher in Pierce County charged with child molestation
A teacher from Evergreen Elementary School in Longbranch was arrested after a student reported being molested or groped.
A teacher from Evergreen Elementary School in Longbranch was arrested after a student reported being molested or groped.
Tacoma investing in controversial A.I. tech to crack down on gun violence
Tacoma is soon implementing a “ShotSpotter" pilot program paid for by grant money from the Bureau of Justice Administration — will it be enough to curb violent crime?
Tacoma is soon implementing a “ShotSpotter" pilot program paid for by grant money from the Bureau of Justice Administration — will it be enough to curb violent crime?
Violent crime reduction plan showing results in Tacoma
Tacoma police are holding a workshop to show the community how the shotspotter will be used to enhance public safety.
Tacoma police are holding a workshop to show the community how the shotspotter will be used to enhance public safety.
Help name Pierce County's litter vacuum truck
You may remember Plowie McPlow Plow-- a citizen-named snowplow for the Washington State Department of Transportation. Now, Pierce County is giving residents a similar opportunity: to name its new litter vacuum truck.
You may remember Plowie McPlow Plow-- a citizen-named snowplow for the Washington State Department of Transportation. Now, Pierce County is giving residents a similar opportunity: to name its new litter vacuum truck.
Latest results from Tacoma's crime reduction plan shows progress in enhancing public safety
Police officials say data-driven enforcement is making a difference in reducing crime in Tacoma.
Police officials say data-driven enforcement is making a difference in reducing crime in Tacoma.
Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day: How to get a free ice cream scoop in Seattle
Tuesday, April 16 is your chance to get free ice cream from Ben & Jerry’s in Seattle.
Tuesday, April 16 is your chance to get free ice cream from Ben & Jerry’s in Seattle.
Trial begins for accused arsonist, murder suspect in Tacoma
The trial of the woman connected to a months-long arson spree in Tacoma is officially underway.
The trial of the woman connected to a months-long arson spree in Tacoma is officially underway.
Portion of popular Pierce County trail to close for at least a year
A portion of a 21-mile-long trail in Pierce County could be closed for at least a year or two due to bridge repairs.
A portion of a 21-mile-long trail in Pierce County could be closed for at least a year or two due to bridge repairs.
Trial begins for accused Tacoma serial arsonist
The trial began Monday for Sarah Jane Ramey, the woman accused of a deadly 27-day arson spree in Tacoma in 2021 and 2022.
The trial began Monday for Sarah Jane Ramey, the woman accused of a deadly 27-day arson spree in Tacoma in 2021 and 2022.
2 injured in overnight Parkland shooting outside bar
The Pierce County Sheriff's Department is looking for a man accused of injuring two people in a shooting outside the Lady Luck Bar in the Parkland area.
The Pierce County Sheriff's Department is looking for a man accused of injuring two people in a shooting outside the Lady Luck Bar in the Parkland area.
Serial arson, murder suspect on trial in Tacoma
The woman suspected of purposely setting 17 fires around Tacoma will go on trial. In one of those fires, the homeowner died. This is a case we have been following for more than two years.
The woman suspected of purposely setting 17 fires around Tacoma will go on trial. In one of those fires, the homeowner died. This is a case we have been following for more than two years.
Pig racing at the Spring Fair in Puyallup
FOX 13 Seattle's Nikki Torres takes you behind the scenes of the Washington Spring Fair with one of its cutest events: pig racing!
FOX 13 Seattle's Nikki Torres takes you behind the scenes of the Washington Spring Fair with one of its cutest events: pig racing!
First responders warn of cold water shock ahead of sunny weekend
Bright, sunny weather is expected this weekend, but for those planning to hit the water, first responders warn the temperatures are still cold and potentially dangerous.
Bright, sunny weather is expected this weekend, but for those planning to hit the water, first responders warn the temperatures are still cold and potentially dangerous.
Thurston Co. reacts to hiring of ex-officer cleared in Manny Ellis' death
Tensions remain high in Thurston County following the recent hiring and swift resignation of former Tacoma Police Officer Christopher Burbank, who has been acquitted in the death of Manuel "Manny" Ellis.
Tensions remain high in Thurston County following the recent hiring and swift resignation of former Tacoma Police Officer Christopher Burbank, who has been acquitted in the death of Manuel "Manny" Ellis.