Federal Way’s new flag policy faces backlash, community concerns of representation
FEDERAL WAY, Wash. — A new policy that changes which flags can be flown on city property in Federal Way is facing backlash. In an Oct. 21 meeting, the city council approved amendments to the city's flag policy that only allow for the American flag, the Washington state flag, and the city of Federal Way flag outside...
Lakewood police chief ‘ignoring’ misconduct complaints, union attorney says
An attorney for the union representing Lakewood police officers and sergeants claimed in a Wednesday court hearing that Police Chief Patrick Smith is “ignoring” serious misconduct complaints by not allowing them to be internally investigated. The attorney, Dan Thenell, said serious complaints of misconduct have...
Family of WSU student files wrongful death lawsuit against Hims & Hers over antidepressant...
SEATTLE – The family of a Washington State University freshman who died by suicide has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Hims & Hers Health Inc., the company that prescribed his antidepressants. According to the lawsuit, the parents of Luke Tyler allege that Hims prescribed their son an antidepressant...
New Chaplain Yasin Ahmed Brings Islamic Teachings to Seattle U
The Jesuits find themselves in the company of a new spiritual leader on campus. Starting his term this fall, Yasin Ahmed has joined Seattle University as the campus’s first Muslim Chaplain. Ahmed has been serving higher education for the past 10 years, first as Cornell’s first Muslim Chaplain from...
Thieves steal excavator and trailer hitch from Puyallup, WA
Pierce County Sheriff’s Office deputies are looking for thieves who stole $50,000 worth of construction equipment from a Puyallup business.
12 Tacoma Restaurants Locals Say Are a Must-Try
Tacoma’s food scene is buzzing, and locals know exactly where to point you for unforgettable bites. From creative tasting rooms to low-key counters, each stop tells a story on the plate. We asked around and gathered the spots residents insist you shouldn’t miss. Dig in to discover your next favorite meal and a few...
Lines grow longer at western WA food banks
Lines continue to grow at food banks across western Washington, where people out of pay and out of a job spent more than two hours waiting for food in Tacoma.
Why Target’s 10-Foot Rule Works So Well in Washington State
Washington State Target stores is implementing a new 10 foot policy - what does that mean for you here in the Tri-Cities and the Columbia Basin.
Pierce County Sheriff’s office employee fired after filing of criminal charges
An office assistant in the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office was fired Wednesday after being charged with a pair of felonies. “The employee was charged with residential burglary and malicious mischief, with a domestic violence component, both felony offenses,” the Sheriff’s Office announced in a news release. “Following...
Woman sentenced for $200K shoplifting spree in King County
A woman who stole over $200,000 in products from various stores in and around South King County, among other locations, pleaded guilty and received an alternative sentence, keeping her out of prison. On Nov. 7, Shellonda Keychell Daniel, 28, received a mental health sentencing alternative as requested by her...

















