Sumner-Bonney Lake Schools Cancel Classes Thursday And Friday

Wildfires and power outages have pushed the district to cancel classes through the end of the week. However, meal programs remain.

South Sound Wildfires Cause Closures, Evacuations, Power Outages

The Sumner Grade Fire is 20 percent contained, but continues to cause myriad problems for residents. Here are the latest updates.

Sumner-Bonney Lake School District Cancels Wednesday Classes

Classes were canceled Tuesday due to fires and power outages in the area. The district now says the closure will remain through Wednesday.

Pierce County Wildfires Force Evacuations, Road Closures, Outages

Fires across the county have forced several neighborhoods to evacuate.

School Canceled In Sumner-Bonney Lake

School has been canceled due to widespread power outages.

Brush Fire Near Sumner Temporarily Closes State Route 167

The highway was closed in both directions Monday night as fire crews fought flames against high winds.

Washington Reports 310 New Coronavirus Cases

0 new coronavirus deaths were reported Monday, though that may be because of a new DOH policy excluding the death toll from weekend updates.

Bonney Lake Weather Forecast: Warm And Dry Through Labor Day

Pleasant days are forecast across Puget Sound over the long holiday weekend —​​ but the real heat-up is expected next week.

Local Health Experts Share Tips On Coping With Coronavirus Trauma

Months and months of the pandemic have left just about everyone frazzled and stressed. Here's some advice for taking it in stride.

WA Department Of Health Reports 10 Deaths, 479 Coronavirus Cases

The numbers come as state health departments try to contain misinformation about the virus' severity. Catch up on the latest developments.

National Guard Helps Support Bonney Lake Food Bank

The Washington Air National Guard’s 194th Wing has been working hard to help support their neighbors in need.

Pierce County Hosting More Free Coronavirus Mobile Testing Sites

Another month, another round of new COVID-19 testing events across Pierce County. Here's a look at what they've got planned.

Washington Students Can Receive Free Meals This Fall

Last spring, more than 28 million meals were served to Washington students, even while classrooms were closed.

Graham Car Crash: 11-year-old Girl Pulled From Burning SUV

Graham Fire & Rescue is thanking a Pierce County deputy and off-duty Tukwila officer for their quick work saving the girl and her mother.

Washington Reports 578 Coronavirus Cases, Death Toll On Hold

The state will no longer be updated the coronavirus death toll over the weekend, but did confirm hundreds of new cases.

Weekend Construction Project To Force Complete I-5 Shutdown

WSDOT says their project will require portions of I-5 to shut down completely over the weekend. Here's what drivers need to know.

'An Endless Capacity To Give': Bonney Lake Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.

'Caring And Compassionate': Bonney Lake Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.

1 Killed, Another Injured In Auburn Motorcycle Crash

South King Fire confirms a motorcycle hit a car on S Peasley Canyon underneath Highway 18.

Washington Issues Guidance For Reopening Museums, Bowling Alleys

Under the new guidelines bowling alleys and museums can reopen to the public in any counties in Phase 2 or 3.

Washington Reports 13 Deaths, 425 New Coronavirus Cases

The report comes as state officials grow more confident that case counts are beginning to plateau, or even decline in some key counties.

West Nile Detected In Eastern Washington

Mosquitos carrying West Nile virus have been found in both Benton and Yakima counties.

Sumner Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

The helpers are the people who make life better. Nominate your Local Heroes to give them the recognition they deserve, presented by Ring.

Pierce County Sees Historic Voter Turnout For August Primary

The results of the primary election have been finalized and certified, and Pierce County voters really came out this year. Here's a look.

1 Dead In Alder Lake Drowning

First responders say the man had been swimming with a friend, but had a panic attack and was pulled under the water.

Pierce County Allocates $2 Million To Help Pay Child Care Costs

As school districts remain remote this fall, some families will struggle with increased child care costs. Here's how the county is helping.

How Coronavirus Is Affecting Washington Kids: 5 Things To Know

Are kids less likely to contract COVID-19? How many kids have tested positive? A new report looks at the coronavirus’s effect on children.

Sumner Weekend Heat Wave: Temps In The 90s Expected By Sunday

The hottest weekend of the year is on tap, with the possibility for some record temperatures by Sunday.

Sumner-Bonney Lake District Offering Free Back-To-School Supplies

The school district has planned four events over August to help get backpacks, pens, notebooks and more to students in need.

Helping to Connect Low-Income Students in Sumner to the Internet

New Program Available for Pierce and Thurston County Schools and Non-Profits to Connect Low-Income K-12 Students to the Internet from Home

Body Found At Snoqualmie Pass Identified As Missing Auburn Woman

The missing woman's car had been found abandoned and engulfed in flames in Tacoma late last month.

Sumner Buckley Highway Closed By Deadly Car Crash

Deputies say a driver has died after their car flew off the highway and caught fire early Monday.

Washington Reports 19 Deaths, 670 New Coronavirus Cases

The news comes as the western portion of the state grapples with increased transmission rates. Catch up on the latest developments.

2020 Census To End Count A Month Early In Washington

Blaming outreach challenges amid the pandemic, the U.S. Census Bureau said it will end all counting efforts for the 2020 census on Sept.

Washington Recommends Most Schools Should Remain Remote This Fall

Washington has announced new guidelines showing when schools should stay online, and when kids can safely return to class.

Washington's Coronavirus Death Toll Reaches 1,600

At least 1,600 Washingtonians have now died from the coronavirus and the state continues to see high daily case counts. The latest updates.

Sumner-Bonney Lake Schools Announce Staged System To Reopen Class

The SBLSD Dial System creates six different stages of reopening classrooms to transition kids back into schools as the pandemic wanes.

Pierce County Announces Additional Free Coronavirus Testing

The county has announced several new free coronavirus testing events to come over the next few weeks.

Sumner-Bonney Lake Schools Will Not Reopen Classrooms In Fall

The school district has announced that it will resume lessons remotely in September, due to a recent surge of new coronavirus cases.

Pierce County Health Warns Schools It Is Not Safe To Reopen

Pierce County's top health official has issued a letter to superintendents warning them it is not safe to resume in-person learning.