New Amtrak Derailment Report Indicates Engineer Missed Signs

The NTSB reported Thursday that the Amtrak engineer did not recall seeing important signs in the moments before the crash.

3 Weeks Of Mortar Training Upcoming At JBLM

Joint Base Lewis-McChord will begin a series of mortar training events that will take place over the next three weeks.

JBLM Will Screen '12 Strong' For Service Members

The 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) will host a free premiere of '12 Strong' on January 13 at the Carey Theater on JBLM.

Volunteers For Homeless Count Needed: Pierce County

Volunteers will be stationed at meal sites, day shelters, events such as Project Homeless Connect.

Top 10 Lakewood News Stories Of 2017

Take a look back at the Lakewood year in news, from the Amtrak derailment all the way back to Donald Trump's inauguration.

After Wash. Amtrak Derailment, JBLM Soldiers Rushed To Help

Lt. Robert McCoy watched as the Amtrak train derailed. Then he and others ran toward the wreck.

'Substantial Progress' Made In Clearing I-5 In DuPont

I-5 remained closed Wednesday morning, but officials were hopeful the highway would reopen soon.

Plan For 'Multi-Day' I-5 Closure After Amtrak Derailment

WSDOT and Washington State Patrol are recommending alternate routes around the Amtrak crash scene in DuPont.

Lakewood Marks 8th Anniversary Of Police Killings With Food Drive

Four Lakewood officers were shot and killed 8 years ago Wednesday. Lakewood will also remember four other officers who died in 2017.

Lakewood Nonprofits To Support On 'Giving Tuesday'

See local organizations participating in the 2017 #GivingTuesday holiday.

Lakewood Thanksgiving 2017: What's Open And Closed?

Whether you need last-minute appetizers or are getting an early jump on Christmas shopping, see what is open and closed on turkey day.

JBLM Artillery Training Begins Early Thursday

Joint Base Lewis-McChord has announced their artillery training schedule.

Lakewood Veterans Day Events, Ceremonies This Weekend

Find Veterans Day parades, celebrations, and deals happening around Puget Sound.

JBLM Mortar Training Happens This Week

​Joint Base Lewis-McChord will conduct mortar training Tuesday through Thursday.

National Drug Take Back Day: Find A Site In Lakewood

Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Find a location near you to dispose of unwanted medication.

Find Family Friendly Halloween Events Near Lakewood

Dozens of businesses, churches, and community groups are holding Halloween events this year - find one near you.

Scare Your Kids With A Free Applebee's Meal On Halloween

Free meals for kids at the Lakewood Applebee's on Halloween (and $1 margaritas for adults).

Sex Offender Map: Lakewood Locations To Be Aware Of This Halloween

Patch has created a map of nearby sex offenders so parents can better plan Halloween activities.

JBLM Mortar Training This Week

As usual, don't get worried if you hear loud explosions coming from Joint Base Lewis McChord.

Seahawks Home Opener: Special Sounder Trains For Sunday's Game

Sound Transit will operate special Sounder trains for the Seahawks home opener on Sunday.

After 31 Bikes Stolen, After-School Program Raising $25K To Replace Them

The bikes were stolen over the weekend from the Major Taylor Project at iDEA High School in Tacoma.

Mobility Exercise Enhances Community, International Partnerships: Air Force General

Gen. Carlton D. Everhart II talks about the benefits of Exercise Mobility Guardian, which took place over Washington state.

Waughop Lake Sewage Warning Over, Algae Warning Remains

Conditions at Waughop Lake are improving, but you still should avoid contact with the water.

Brush Fire Breaks Out Along I-5 In Lakewood

The fire was reported around 12:15 p.m. Thursday along I-5 in Lakewood.

Stuff Yourself: Lakewood 'World Donut Eating Contest' Saturday

Lakewood's Original House of Donuts is as hosting its second donut-eating contest Saturday.

White Nationalists Emerge In Lakewood, Drop Business Cards

The Northwest Front, which bills itself as an "organization of Aryan men and women," has put its business cards on cars in Lakewood.

Air Quality Improves, But Smoke Might Return Sunday

On Friday, Puget Sound had some of the dirtiest air in the U.S. By Saturday morning, the air had cleared.

Pulled Over by Police? Here's What Drivers Should Know, Do & Say

Local Expert Shares Tips to Promote Safer Traffic Stops

JBLM Live Fire Training Happening Through Thursday

Expect to hear Howitzers booming through Thursday near Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

2 Washington Marines Died In Mississippi Airplane Crash

Marine Cpl. Collin Schaaff and Sgt. Dietrich Schmieman died in the Monday plane crash.

Gary Sinise & the Lt. Dan Band At JBLM Saturday

The concert will be open to Military ID holders and their guests and will take place on July 14 & 15.

Train Testing from Tacoma to DuPont July 15-16

Residents should be prepared for the test trains traveling 50 mph, which will come from either direction, at varying times of the day.

Video: Fireworks Safety Tips From The Red Cross And Patch.com

Patch.com has teamed up with the American Red Cross to offer safety tips for July 4 celebrations.

Are Fireworks Legal In Lakewood? Brush Up On Local Laws Before July 4

Fireworks are legal in some Pierce County cities - other cities hand out fines to scofflaws.

Pierce County July 4 Fireworks Guide 2017: Where To See Shows, Parades

Find out where all the July 4 fireworks shows are in Pierce County in 2017.

Fake 'Crack Cocaine' Letter Being Circulated In Lakewood

Someone pretending to be Chief Mike Zaro is asking residents to stand up to a crack cocaine dealer named "Jeff."

JBLM Artillery Training Happening All Week

Training will be held from June 6 through 16.

Truck Sinks In American Lake Boating Accident

The accident happened at the American Lake boat launch in Lakewood, according to police.

Chambers Creek Canyon Trail Updgrades: Open House On Wednesday

The Wednesday open house is for the public to learn about the proposed trail upgrades at the park between Lakewood and University Place.

Dead Gray Whale Will Rot On Beach, WA State Parks Decides

The 30-foot gray whale washed up on a beach along the Pacific Coast this week. The carcass will be left to rot over the summer.