Tacoma WA

Those looking to get a leg up in the cannabis sector now have a sextet of new ways to hone their expertise. Through its Continuing Education program, Tacoma Community College, in partnership with cannabis educator Green Flower, has debuted six online Cannabis Career Certificate programs. Each includes insights from...

The Auburn WA Police Department has shared an update on their social media platforms introducing two new members to their law enforcement team. Formerly sworn-in officers Pape Mbaye and Fletcher Walters have transitioned laterally into their roles and are reportedly keen to start their service within the Auburn...

The two unions representing Lakewood police officers, sergeants and captains are calling for Police Chief Patrick Smith to be removed from his position after a majority of their members voted last month that they had no confidence in the chief’s leadership. A union for civilian employees in the Lakewood...

Federal authorities have charged four Washington residents for their roles in a major drug trafficking conspiracy. Investigators discovered the group’s plan to trade 20 pounds of cocaine for 15 pounds of methamphetamine and $155,000; the exchange was intercepted by local police. Search warrants executed on vehicles...

SEATTLE (KOMO) — Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson's office said Monday she is not commenting after questions surfaced about a recent post on the Mayor's official X account, but instead offered this response. "Our city is facing an affordability crisis, thousands of homeless people are living outside, and our civil...

Ashlynn Hanley was last seen in Port Orchard, Wash., on Dec. 10

Fifteen-year-old Ashlynn Hanley was last seen on security footage on December 10, 2025, crossing the Hi Joy bowling alley parking lot in Port Orchard, Washington, and getting into a black 2011 Buick Enclave. The Port Orchard Police Department is looking for Ashlynn, and any tips can be called in to 360-876-1700.

A chilling story unfolds in Port Orchard. A missing teen, a dark SUV, and a mother’s relentless quest for answers

The tectonic plates underlying Gig Harbor’s restaurant industry have shifted, with the Tides Tavern announcing it will be acquired by the Kirkland-based Anthony’s Restaurants group. CEO and owner Dylan Stanley confirmed that the Tides is “under contract” to sell the 53-year-old waterfront business to Anthony’s. Known...

There’s something magical about finding a restaurant where the food speaks louder than any fancy decor ever could. Anthony’s at Point Defiance in Tacoma, Washington, is exactly that kind of place – a seafood sanctuary where locals and travelers alike make pilgrimages for what might be the freshest catch you’ll ever...