A KING 5 investigation finds a Seattle woman was told to self‑deport via the CBP Home app but was blocked from leaving multiple times at Sea‑Tac. Her experience spotlights confusion around federal booking and stipend procedures.

Orchid, a clouded leopard at Point Defiance Zoo, climbed a tree during the Wild Wonders show, temporarily closing nearby paths before keepers returned her safely.

Family-owned Clove Indian Cuisine is opening a third location at Tacoma Mall, taking roughly 4,000 square feet as the mall expands its dining lineup.

Microsoft released Defender engine and platform updates after two zero‑day flaws were spotted in the wild; CISA added the CVEs to its KEV list and set a June 3 federal remediation deadline.

Renters in six Tacoma buildings have formed tenant unions and are pressing owners for repairs, standardized rents and an end to extra fees. Organizers say a rent strike remains possible.

A carne‑asada–focused steakhouse from the Asadero team has opened in Pioneer Square, serving a thin‑sliced Ribeye Asada and mezcal‑forward cocktails.

A two-alarm blaze hit Fremont on Thursday afternoon; crews knocked the fire down shortly after 2:40 p.m. and no injuries were reported. Investigators are on scene.

The Legislative Ethics Board set a June 8–9 public hearing after finding reasonable cause that Rep. Tarra Simmons used her office and campaign surplus to benefit two nonprofits.

A Pierce County deputy was charged with felony harassment after a reported domestic altercation. The sheriff’s office says it has removed the deputy from patrol and is pursuing termination.

Listings for $2M-plus homes have surged across Seattle and the Eastside, shifting the luxury market toward buyers and stretching typical offer timelines.

As Expedia marks 30 years, CEO Ariane Gorin is leaning into AI and new partnerships to turn planning experiments into bookings while warning about AI risks. Strong Q1 results give the company room to test and scale.

The Justice Department has opened a CRIPA investigation into WCCW after lawsuits alleged women were assaulted by a male inmate who identified as female. Federal investigators will review housing and safety policies.

Pierce County warns rising temperatures and drought are increasing wildfire risk. A burn ban starts June 1 and residents are urged to prepare and enroll in alerts.