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Family of Manuel Ellis Reaches Settlement with Tacoma in Police Custody Death

Tacoma · Tacoma

Family of Manuel Ellis Reaches Settlement with Tacoma in Police Custody Death

62% Center coverage: 8 sources

TACOMA — The city of Tacoma agreed Monday to settle for $6 million a wrongful-death lawsuit brought by the family of Manuel Ellis over his oxygen-deprivation death in police custody, according to an attorney for the family. Read more...See the Story

Unlock the Magic of Summer Across Pierce County

Independence Day · Tacoma

Unlock the Magic of Summer Across Pierce County

87% Center coverage: 8 sources

TACOMA, Wash., June 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With Independence Day coming up and the summer event season in full swing, Pierce County's event calendar is full to overflowing with chances for family adventures and cultural experiences. To help travelers make…See the Story

Tacoma Defensive Lineman Ta’a Malu Commits to Washington Huskies

Tacoma · Tacoma

Tacoma Defensive Lineman Ta’a Malu Commits to Washington Huskies

100% Left coverage: 2 sources

Washington coach Jedd Fisch received a commitment Friday from three-star defensive tackle Ta'a Malu out of Annie Wright Upper School in Tacoma.See the Story

DUI suspect hits, kills pedestrian on sidewalk in Parkland, WA

Coverage: 2 sources

A suspected DUI driver hit and killed a pedestrian on the sidewalk in Parkland on Friday, according to Washington State Patrol.Parkland, Washington · Parkland See the Story

Western Washington Couple Sentenced for Leading Aryan Gang-Linked Drug Trafficking Operation

TACOMA, WA — A Steilacoom couple was sentenced in federal court Wednesday for their leadership roles in a violent, large-scale drug trafficking ring tied to the Aryan Family prison gang. Jesse James Bailey, 40, received a 17.5-year prison sentence, while his wife, Candace Bailey, 43, was sentenced to 5 years. Chief U.S. District Judge David G. Estudillo described the scale of drug distribution as “unimaginable,” noting Jesse Bailey’s background …Steilacoom · Steilacoom See the Story

Woodland Fire Department Responds to 2 Separate Fires on Fourth of July

Coverage: 2 sources

While the city of Woodland was enjoying its Fourth of July holiday Friday night, the Woodland Fire Department was busy, dealing with multiple fires, including one attributed to fireworks. On Friday evening, WFD responded to a grass fire reported by multiple callers across from Pioneer High School near Farmer Central Road. According to a WFD Facebook post, the fire grew approximately 20 by 20 feet before crews arrived on the scene. “Thanks to fas…Pierce County, Washington · Pierce County See the Story

Washington Man Sits on Road All Day ‘Doing What He Loves,’ Calling Trump Supporters ‘Nazis’: ‘Respect the Grind'

It’s the week of Independence Day, with many Americans celebrating the 4th of July in various ways, such as shooting fireworks and or holding BBQ cookouts. However, one man in Graham, Washington, chose to do something a little different from the norm: sit on the side of the road for over 8 hours with a sign condemning Trump supporters. More specifically, the sign reads, “If you like Trump, U R a Nazi,” which is an extreme statement to make but n…Independence Day · Graham Read Article

American Lake Veterans Golf Course Officially Recognized as a Jack Nicklaus Signature Course

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Mariners reliever Juan Burgos settles in after ‘surprising’ call-up

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After one outing with Triple-A Tacoma after being promoted from Double-A Arkansas, reliever Juan Burgos was called up by the Mariners and made his MLB debut on Tuesday, capping a whirlwind week.MLB · Tacoma Read Article

The Princeton Review Has Named University of Puget Sound a Best Value College

Submitted by By Veronica Crakerd. University of Puget Sound has been named one of the nation’s Best Value Colleges for 2025 by The Princeton Review, highlighting its academic excellence, career outcomes, and commitment to affordability. The honor places Puget Sound among 209 top-tier institutions selected for their return on investment. The full list, ranking categories, and college profiles are available at PrincetonReview.com/BestValueColleges…Tacoma · Tacoma Read Article

Ke-Lah-Bid Bridge bridge mural highlights environment – The Suburban Times

By Shaun Scott, Puyallup Tribal News. A group of hardworking volunteers donned gloves and grasped paint rollers earlier this month to create a new mural on the Ke-Lah-Bid bridge located near the Puyallup Tribal Health Authority. Drivers cruising down East 32nd Street in Tacoma couldn’t miss it even if they tried. The project was funded by grant dollars from the Washington State Department of Commerce in collaboration with the Wrap Around Program…Environment · Tacoma Read Article

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