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Tacoma's Salishan youth painted a mural to cope with the community's grief following a surge in homicides, which have reached 11 this year. The project, part of the South End Mural Project, aims to promote healing among local children through artistic expression. Together Tacoma, a mentoring organization, facilitated the event to empower youth and support their emotional well-being.
Tacoma Arts Live's "Live at the Eleanor" series features Kuwaisiana, an alternative rock trio, on May 17. The band blends Arab identity with various rock genres, addressing multiculturalism and identity policing through their music. This intimate acoustic performance aims to foster understanding between the U.S. and Kuwait amid current citizenship revocations in Kuwait.
Community members gathered at Fort Steilacoom Park on May 3 for the Emergency Food Network's annual Hunger Walk, raising awareness and funds to combat food insecurity. Daffodil royalty and local churches participated, emphasizing the event's importance in supporting families relying on food banks. EFN Executive Director Michelle Douglas highlighted the critical need for support during the summer months when many children lose access to school meals.
The Trump administration's executive order to eliminate the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) threatens libraries and museums nationwide. Local officials argue that dismantling IMLS undermines community resources essential for education and digital access. Tacoma Public Library officials emphasize the importance of federal funding in supporting marginalized voices and enhancing community archives.
Tacoma motorcycle racer Emil Ahola, known as number 80, captivated fans with his remarkable skills on the clay racetrack in the 1960s. Sponsored by Fox Drywall, Ahola became a local hero, attracting large crowds at races. His near victory against the national champion ended in heartbreak when his bike's chain broke just before the finish line.
Danny DeBock, a broadcaster from Puyallup, has rapidly advanced in local sports broadcasting, calling games for college and high school teams in the South Sound. He emphasizes the unique story each game tells and plans to remain flexible in his career while giving back to future broadcasters.
Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. suffers a stroke, a leading cause of disability. The American Stroke Association honored seven recipients, including 12-year-old Mackenzie Childs, who survived a stroke in preschool and now advocates for pediatric stroke awareness. The Stroke Hero Awards celebrate individuals advancing education and support within the stroke community.
Carl, a 4-year-old Pit Bull Terrier mix, seeks a loving home as the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County's Pet of the Week. Weighing 60 pounds, Carl enjoys outdoor adventures and cuddling. The shelter anticipates an influx of over a thousand kittens this spring, necessitating community support for their care.
The Pierce County Council adopted Resolution No. R2025-139s to affirm its commitment to public safety and limit local involvement in federal immigration enforcement. The resolution, passed by a 4-3 vote, emphasizes the protection of immigrants and refugees while ensuring county resources are not used for immigration enforcement unless legally mandated.
ILWU member Paul Zuanich will kick off the 2025 Ride the Coast fundraiser at Peace Arch Park on June 4, raising money for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. He will cycle 2,100 miles across the West Coast, stopping at various ILWU ports to promote childhood cancer awareness. Zuanich aims to unite the ILWU community while honoring the legacy of childhood cancer advocate Alexandra Scott.