Tacoma investing in controversial A.I. tech to crack down on gun violence
Tacoma is soon implementing a “ShotSpotter" pilot program paid for by grant money from the Bureau of Justice Administration — will it be enough to curb violent crime?
Violent crime reduction plan showing results in Tacoma
Tacoma police are holding a workshop to show the community how the shotspotter will be used to enhance public safety.
Help name Pierce County's litter vacuum truck
You may remember Plowie McPlow Plow-- a citizen-named snowplow for the Washington State Department of Transportation. Now, Pierce County is giving residents a similar opportunity: to name its new litter vacuum truck.
Latest results from Tacoma's crime reduction plan shows progress in enhancing public safety
Police officials say data-driven enforcement is making a difference in reducing crime in Tacoma.
Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day: How to get a free ice cream scoop in Seattle
Tuesday, April 16 is your chance to get free ice cream from Ben & Jerry’s in Seattle.
Trial begins for accused arsonist, murder suspect in Tacoma
The trial of the woman connected to a months-long arson spree in Tacoma is officially underway.
Portion of popular Pierce County trail to close for at least a year
A portion of a 21-mile-long trail in Pierce County could be closed for at least a year or two due to bridge repairs.
Trial begins for accused Tacoma serial arsonist
The trial began Monday for Sarah Jane Ramey, the woman accused of a deadly 27-day arson spree in Tacoma in 2021 and 2022.
2 injured in overnight Parkland shooting outside bar
The Pierce County Sheriff's Department is looking for a man accused of injuring two people in a shooting outside the Lady Luck Bar in the Parkland area.
Serial arson, murder suspect on trial in Tacoma
The woman suspected of purposely setting 17 fires around Tacoma will go on trial. In one of those fires, the homeowner died. This is a case we have been following for more than two years.
Pig racing at the Spring Fair in Puyallup
FOX 13 Seattle's Nikki Torres takes you behind the scenes of the Washington Spring Fair with one of its cutest events: pig racing!
First responders warn of cold water shock ahead of sunny weekend
Bright, sunny weather is expected this weekend, but for those planning to hit the water, first responders warn the temperatures are still cold and potentially dangerous.
Thurston Co. reacts to hiring of ex-officer cleared in Manny Ellis' death
Tensions remain high in Thurston County following the recent hiring and swift resignation of former Tacoma Police Officer Christopher Burbank, who has been acquitted in the death of Manuel "Manny" Ellis.
Repeat sex offender sentenced for hiding in Peninsula H.S. girls' bathroom to take pics
On Thursday, a Pierce County judge sentenced a sex offender to more than four years behind bars after he admitted to hiding in a high school girls’ bathroom and taking cell phone pictures and video of teenagers.
'It hurts, it's wrong': Tacoma PD charges wrong man following woman's attack
A Buckley man received a court summons from the Tacoma City Attorney’s Office for a crime he did not commit, all because of Tacoma police department software.
The Washington Spring Fair returns: Ultimate guide for 2024
The Washington Spring Fair (also still known to many as the Puyallup spring fair) kicks off April 11 with two fun-filled weekends of farm animals, food and rides.
Trial for Tacoma serial arsonist begins Monday
A woman accused of setting fire to over 15 different homes in the Tacoma area from December 2021 to January 2022 will soon appear in court.
Crews investigate apartment fire in Tacoma, 18 people displaced
Crews are investigating after an apartment fire in Tacoma left behind massive destruction Wednesday night.
Destructive apartment fire in Tacoma
Crews are investigating what caused an apartment building to go up in flames Wednesday night.
Missing Tacoma man: Ken Roach
Family of missing man Ken Roach are “extremely worried” about him, saying he has an illness and left a troubling note before he disappeared.