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Pierce County Human Services seeks community members for its Implementation Advisory Board (IAB) to support the Comprehensive Plan to End Homelessness. The IAB will oversee implementation strategies and ensure accountability, with applications due by July 7. The plan aims to achieve "functional zero" in homelessness by improving access to shelter and stable housing.
Tacoma Stars signed defender Khai Brisco to a two-year contract, marking the first of several off-season moves for the team. Brisco, a standout from the University of Washington, made a significant impact in his rookie season, scoring three goals and four assists in 17 games. He expressed gratitude for returning and is eager for the upcoming 2025-26 MASL season.
Community members gathered in Wenatchee, WA, for an emotional memorial honoring the Decker girls, as the search for their father, Travis Decker, continues into its fourth week. Whitney Decker shared her family's tradition of expressing "three feelings" during the memorial service. Local officials are also calling for answers regarding recent U.S. military strikes on Iran.
A Tacoma father is hospitalized at Harborview after suffering burns from an apartment fire, which authorities believe was caused by an exploding lighter. The local community has come together to support him during his recovery.
A teenager sustained injuries in a shooting outside Lincoln High School in Tacoma on Tuesday afternoon. Tacoma police are actively investigating the incident.
A shooting outside Lincoln High School in Tacoma injured one teenager and triggered a lockdown on Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred around 3 p.m., sending students fleeing for safety, while the suspect remains at large. Tacoma Police are investigating whether the individuals involved were students.
The Rod Knockers Car Show, a staple for car enthusiasts in Eatonville, returns for its 29th year on June 21, expecting over 300 classic vehicles. Organized by the nonprofit Rod Knockers Car Club, the event highlights community support and invites all vehicle owners to participate for a $20 registration fee, while spectators can attend for free.
The Tacoma Rainiers hired Rylee Pay as their new play-by-play announcer, making her the first female broadcaster in Triple-A baseball history. Pay, who previously worked with the Portland Sea Dogs, expressed her excitement about joining the Mariners organization and emphasized her love for the game. She encourages aspiring broadcasters to gain diverse experiences and build a solid support system in the industry.
Tacoma City Council adopted the South Tacoma Neighborhood Plan, emphasizing community-driven priorities in economic opportunity, transportation safety, and environmental sustainability. The plan reflects over 1,300 community interactions and includes $50,000 in funding for initiatives like tree planting.
Pierce County staff informed Key Peninsula residents about the Senior and Disabled Property Tax Exemption program during a recent visit. The program benefits income-qualifying seniors aged 61 and older, allowing exemptions on principal homes and up to five acres of land, provided certain conditions are met.