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Tacoma has resumed its glass recycling program in partnership with Glass to Glass after a temporary pause due to market challenges. Effective January 2, 2025, collected glass from drop-off locations will be sent to recycling plants, following an extensive analysis of environmental and economic factors.
A former inmate at the Washington Corrections Center for Women, Mozzy Clark, has filed a lawsuit against the state Department of Corrections, claiming negligence in protecting her from sexual assault by a male cellmate. The lawsuit alleges that prison officials ignored her complaints and that policies allowing transgender individuals with violent histories to be housed with female inmates violate women's rights, raising significant concerns about the safety and treatment of incarcerated women.
A woman settled her lawsuit against Puppyland after her $6,000 Dachshund died shortly after purchase, alleging she was pressured into financing a sick animal. The settlement terms remain undisclosed, while Puppyland denied wrongdoing, claiming the puppy was healthy at the time of sale. This case raises concerns about pet retailer practices and predatory lending.
Two men, Demondrae Jones and Rocco Anthony Fanara, have been charged with assault and drive-by shooting in Gig Harbor, linked to a retaliatory shooting incident connected to a 2021 homicide. The victims, siblings of a convicted murderer, were targeted amid ongoing gang tensions, but fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Four bodies were discovered in a South Hill home after multiple welfare checks were requested by concerned neighbors and family members. Investigators revealed that deputies initially lacked sufficient justification to enter the residence until new information emerged on December 31. The cause of death is under investigation, with authorities indicating the circumstances are unusual.
A horse named Birdie tragically died in a car accident on the Key Peninsula on December 29, 2024, after escaping from its paddock. The driver was unharmed, but Birdie's owner, a 12-year-old girl, is heartbroken. The community has shown support by leaving flowers and cards at a local pet grooming business owned by Birdie's family.
The article discusses an upcoming parking-related event organized by the City of Tacoma, aimed at enhancing public works and community engagement. It highlights the collaboration between local government and organizations like Parkeon and Mastercard to improve the parking experience in Tacoma, Washington. The event is set to take place on January 1, 2025, and promises to address significant issues in local transportation and economy.
Beginning January 1, 2025, Tacoma will implement an Urban Design Project Review (UDPR) process for building developments in its 16 Mixed-Use Centers. This process will require larger projects to obtain approval before building permits are issued, ensuring high-quality design and community input. Smaller projects can voluntarily opt-in for design standard relief.
A 22-year-old man from Pierce County has been arrested for allegedly shooting and killing his father during an argument at their Spanaway home. Vendell Edward Henderson faces two counts of second-degree murder, with court records indicating significant family disputes that may have contributed to the tragic incident.
A wrongful-death lawsuit has been filed against the Tacoma Police Department after domestic violence victim Gaylee Valente-Curcio was fatally stabbed by her ex-boyfriend, Tony Rico Sanders, despite her repeated calls for help. The lawsuit alleges police failed to enforce a protective order against Sanders, contributing to Valente-Curcio's tragic death.