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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A small plane veered off a runway at Harvey Field and crashed into a hangar on Feb. 28; two people aboard walked away and crews contained a small fuel leak while investigators were notified.
Arts & Culture in ...
Lion dances, temple performances and food trucks drew thousands to the Tacoma Dome for APCC’s 28th New Year Celebration. Organizers spotlighted Cambodian culture and recent community milestones.
An adult man was killed near a neighborhood pool in Covington. King County deputies arrested a suspect and Major Crimes detectives are investigating.
Two pedestrians were struck in separate hit-and-runs in Tacoma on Saturday; police say the incidents may be linked and are asking the public for tips.
Tukwila police say a teen was detained three times after a retail disturbance; an adult was booked on firearm and narcotics charges and juvenile booking was declined.
Seattle Fire crews battled a building fire in the 5300 block of 1st Ave S after flames spread into wall spaces on two floors. Crews knocked down exterior flames and checked for extension.
Politics & Govt in ...
A House budget would eliminate Washington’s urban-forestry funding, threatening Tacoma plantings and the state staff that helps unlock federal grants. Advocates warn millions in pass-through funds are at risk.
A Renton man was sentenced to two years in federal prison after pleading guilty to illegal firearm possession and fentanyl distribution, ATF Seattle says.
A cryptic City of Kent post — "the office is on fire" — circulated Thursday with no immediate official confirmation. Officials and regional agencies had not yet posted details.
Parks & Nature in ...
Mount Rainier will not require timed-entry reservations in 2026 and will rely on parking and traffic controls instead. Officials and local businesses are watching how summer crowds respond.
Firefighters extinguished a tent fire behind a Midland home; a person was found dead and the Pierce County Medical Examiner is investigating.
Renton police searched a unit near 120th Lane SE after a domestic-violence call; officers told neighbors to avoid the area while they searched for a suspect.
Weather & Environment in ...
Mostly sunny morning; light rain likely after 1 p.m., with breezy SSW winds into Thursday.
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