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Kenneth Walker III's calf injury update indicates that the Seattle Seahawks are conducting further medical tests, keeping him out of the last game. Coach Mike Macdonald expects more information within 24 to 48 hours as the team prepares for the Green Bay Packers. In the meantime, Zach Charbonnet excelled with a career-high performance in Walker's absence.
U.S. Rep. Marilyn Strickland criticized Pete Hegseth's nomination for defense secretary by President-elect Donald Trump, calling it an 'insult to the American people' due to concerns over Hegseth's past allegations and qualifications.
Devin Bond, a 31-year-old man, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run incident in Tacoma on November 27, 2024. The driver, Anthony Thomas Albers, has been charged with DUI vehicular homicide after allegedly striking Bond with a green pickup truck. Bond is remembered as a gentle soul who brought joy to those around him.
Washington state Rep. Michelle Caldier has launched her campaign for the state Senate seat in the 26th Legislative District, currently held by Emily Randall, who is transitioning to Congress. Caldier's campaign will focus on law enforcement support, crime reduction, education improvement, and healthcare access.
A 45-year-old woman attempted to kidnap a 3-year-old girl from the emergency department of Good Samaritan Hospital in Puyallup. The child's mother and hospital staff intervened, resulting in minor injuries to the child. The suspect was arrested on charges of second-degree kidnapping, raising concerns about child safety in public spaces.
A 22-year-old man was shot in Sumner, Washington, on December 8 while walking with a female friend. The incident occurred near Academy Street and Kincaid Avenue. Authorities are treating it as an isolated event and urge anyone with information to contact the Sumner police.
The Northwest Immigration Processing Center in Tacoma is set to play a crucial role in President-elect Donald Trump's proposed mass deportation strategy, which aims to remove millions of undocumented immigrants. As the only ICE detention center in the Pacific Northwest with a capacity of 1,575 beds, the facility currently faces challenges due to the number of individuals under ICE supervision in the region exceeding this capacity. This raises pressing questions about logistics, costs, and human rights implications.
A chimney fire at Tacoma's McMenamins Elks Temple was reported Friday night, prompting a quick response from the Tacoma Fire Department, which extinguished the flames. The fire was contained to the chimney area, and operations resumed normally the following day.
Washington state Rep. Michelle Caldier, a Republican from Gig Harbor, has announced her candidacy for the state Senate in the 26th Legislative District after the resignation of Democratic Sen. Emily Randall. Caldier aims to restore balance in the legislature, focusing on public safety, education, and healthcare access, and is endorsed by fellow Republican Rep. Spencer Hutchins.
Nikki Glaser will perform her 'Alive and Unwell' tour for two nights at the Emerald Queen Casino Event Center in Tacoma on February 12 and 13, 2025. With tickets priced between $65 to $150, the shows are nearly sold out. Glaser is known for her sharp humor and recently premiered her HBO special, 'Someday You'll Die.'