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Over 200 new homes are being built on JBLM, demand for housing expected to increase

Around 70% of service members live off base because there's not enough housing. JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. — Joint Base Lewis McChord leaders (JBLM) and some community leaders gathered Tuesday to...

Puyallup Tribe seeks to restore Mount Rainier’s original name through linguistic research

The linguist said he found there are 20 names tribes have used in Washington associated with Mount Rainier. TACOMA, Wash. — The Puyallup Tribe is working to learn more about the...

Some Sumner residents rally to save historic Ryan House from demolition

The City of Sumner tried to tear down the Ryan House last year, but a judge blocked the permit. Now the city has filed for a new demolition permit. SUMNER, Wash....

Safe Boats International navigates uncertainty as work on some federal contracts is halted

Safe Boats International received stop work orders on multiple federal contracts, including one building boats for the Ukrainian Navy. TACOMA, Wash. — A western Washington boat manufacturer is facing challenges and...

March 3 marks five years since Manuel Ellis died while being detained by Tacoma police

On March 3, 2020, 33-year-old Manny Ellis died while being detained. His death sparked protests and policing changes. His mother says more change is still needed. TACOMA, Wash. — March 3...

Family of 18-year-old killed in Tacoma calls for an end to youth violence

Messiah Washington is remembered by his family as kind, considerate, and a teddy bear. They said he did not deserve to die, and are calling for justice. TACOMA, Wash. — A...

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