Pierce County calls for volunteers for the annual Homeless Point-in-Time Count, critical for assessing and addressing the homelessness issue, which has worsened in recent years.

Federal judge blocks new Trump-Vance administration restrictions on HUD homelessness funding, as local governments and advocates for the homeless express relief.

Snohomish County communities receive $3.3 million for road safety from the Safe Streets and Roads for All program, supported by Senator Maria Cantwell.

A former real estate broker was convicted of running a fraudulent investment scheme, facing multiple charges including wire fraud and money laundering.

The Seattle Office for Civil Rights recapped their 2025 efforts to protect civil rights, despite national challenges, focusing on local values and equity.

The Marysville Police Department welcomed three new officers who graduated from the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission’s Basic Law Enforcement Academy.

Seattle invests $1.45 million in 23 community organizations for food justice in 2026, focusing on meal services, education, and urban agriculture for various community members.

Seattle Police Department sends warning letters to vehicle owners suspected of engaging in activities with sex workers, as part of an effort to combat sexual exploitation.

The Tacoma City Council adopted "Tacoma 2035," a strategic framework based on community input, aiming at safety, housing, connectivity, employment, sustainability, and cultural diversity.

Tacoma City Council introduces a Quality Jobs Framework aiming to connect workers with stable, dignified careers and strengthen the local workforce. Mayor Woodards and council members sponsor the initiative.

Mayor Victoria Woodards of Tacoma, WA, introduced the "Tacoma 2035" initiative and "Community Safety Action Strategy" to enhance community well-being, focusing on housing, safety, and sustainability.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell expresses dismay over the Sydney Hanukkah attack and ensures increased police vigilance at local Jewish places of worship.

Pierce County Council plans final hearings on key ordinances and prepares for the 2026-27 budget amid economic challenges, inviting public input on diverse legislative proposals including adult entertainment regulation and climate initiatives.