Family and friends remember WA man who died in fall at Emerald Queen Casino
TACOMA, Wash. - Family and friends are honoring the life of Evagelia "Evan" Potifara who fell to his death at the Emerald Queen Casino. Authorities say he fell through the glass from an upper floor, right before Christmas. More than 100 friends and family members attended a vigil for the...
Two teens arrested after using crowbars to break into Roy home, sheriff says
The Pierce County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) says two teens burglarized an empty home in Roy on Sunday morning.
Victoria-style eatery to close ahead of Sound Transit Light Rail expansion in Tacoma
A Victorian-style tearoom in Tacoma, the Olive Branch Café and Tea Room, permanently shuttered its doors on Friday ahead of plans to demolish the Freighthouse Square for a new Link Light Rail station.
Jury finds Key Peninsula elementary teacher guilty on 12 child molestation counts
For each of the guilty counts, jurors answered “yes” to special verdict questions determining that Henderson held a position of trust over the children involved.
Video, DNA cited as man charged in South Seattle hookah lounge killing
Seconds later, police say the suspect stood up, pulled a handgun from his waistband or pocket, and fired several rounds through the gate and into the business.
Kent officer saves teen from traffic during foggy New Year’s Eve crisis call
According to the Kent Police Department, a Kent patrol officer pulled a teen to safety as they ran toward traffic during a foggy New Year’s Eve domestic dispute call.
Katie Wilson Wants a City Where People Can Do More than Just Survive
Mayor Katie Wilson has frequently been compared to fellow Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani, the new mayor of New York City. But as one supporter observed at City Hall on Friday, her inauguration ceremony was almost intimate in comparison to Mamdani’s star-studded event. Surrounded by supporters in yellow Transit...
Judge orders mental evaluation of man accused of stealing WSP patrol vehicle on I-5
SEATTLE — A judge ordered that a man accused of stealing a state trooper's patrol vehicle would undergo mental evaluation in a hearing on Monday. Alexander Eugene Smith, 24, appeared in court on Monday. Originally, he was scheduled to be arraigned, but that hearing was delayed until Jan. 26, so he could be evaluated.
Three Washington State Ferry boats are out of service
Major commute news for Washington ferry riders: Three boats were knocked out of service over the past week due to mechanical issues.
16 Everyday Home Features In Washington That Can Cause Costly Code Issues
Toners, I’m all but confident you’ve been there. You think that if something’s been part of your house for years, it must be fine!. But, in the Evergreen State, that assumption can lead to surprises. Building codes change, standards evolve, and features that once passed inspection may...
