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Millions of pounds of trash. Is there hope for Tacoma’s litter problem?

For decades residents have complained about the displeasing debris scattered throughout town. Are the city’s waste programs helping?

Updated March 31, 2026 at 5:45 PM

Washington State

Retired couple spent nearly $600K to stop Tri-Cities sex offender home

Updated March 31, 2026 at 3:46 PM

Washington State

WA had $37 million in ‘questionable payments’ for child care in 2025, audit says

Updated March 31, 2026 at 3:35 PM

Crime

Woman attacked in Tacoma psychiatric hospital dies from injuries, police say

March 31, 2026 at 3:30 PM

Local

Pierce County to expedite regional approach to homelessness; consultant let go

March 31, 2026 at 2:45 PM

Crime

Woman killed in shooting that left another injured in Tacoma identified

March 31, 2026 at 2:38 PM

World

Fidel Castro’s grandson criticizes Cuba leader Díaz-Canel, says Cubans want capitalism

March 31, 2026 at 2:29 PM

National

California mother reunited at border with daughter after deportation

Updated March 31, 2026 at 1:24 PM

Crime

Home detention for Pierce County driver who ran stop sign, causing fatal wreck

March 31, 2026 at 1:11 PM

Washington State

New WA rules expand property tax relief for seniors, disabled, veterans

Updated March 31, 2026 at 1:02 PM

Local

50-year-old explosive to be detonated this morning by Nisqually Tribe and JBLM

Updated March 31, 2026 at 10:37 AM

Crime

Pierce County Sheriff’s Office to deactivate its license-plate reader cameras

March 31, 2026 at 9:55 AM

Washington State

More child sex trafficking charges filed against Tri-Cities business owner

March 31, 2026 at 6:15 AM

Washington State

Can I call the cops on my WA neighbor for security cameras? See state privacy laws

March 31, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Local

Does Sheriff Keith Swank have discretion to not enforce laws he deems invalid?

March 31, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Crime

Pierce County woman arrested for shining laser at State Patrol aircraft

March 31, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Local

Indoor playground, cafe with coffee and alcohol, to open in Tacoma. Have a look

March 31, 2026 at 5:15 AM

Local

Step inside Sunrise Play Cafe opening next month in Tacoma's Stadium District

March 31, 2026 at 5:15 AM

Washington State

Pink moon, meteor shower and more in store for Washington state. Here’s when

March 31, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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