Gov. Jay Inslee Coming to JBLM Tuesday To Assess Transportation Requirements

Base leaders and state and local officials will discuss on-base traffic and transportation issues.

Woman Attacked By Hornets on Joint Base Lewis-McChord

A woman who was attacked by hornets Tuesday while walking with her dogs on the McKay Marsh Trail, in the trees across from the Lewis Army Museum.

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Suspends Non-Essential Services

The military base will suspend all non-essential services during the government shutdown.

What’s Open and What’s Closed in a Federal Government Shutdown

National Parks such as Mount Rainier and Olympic will be closed.

Denny Heck's Statement on Federal Government Shutdown

The 10th District Congressman says he supports governing responsibly like adults and solving our nation’s problems through the normal democratic process.

Paralytic Shellfish Poison at 'Lethal Levels' in Day Island, Carr Inlet

The Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department says toxins have increased to lethal levels in shellfish samples collected from Carr Inlet.

Madigan Army Medical Center Erects Tents For Sick Calls, Minor Surgeries

Soldiers from the 47th Combat Support Hospital constructed the massive temporary facility to demonstrate their ability to provide exceptional field medicine.

David Chesser: A Man Changed Forever By PTSD

When authorities responded to a disturbance at a University Place bank in early 2013, they found David Chesser, a local veteran suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

4-2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team To Uncase Colors on Wednesday at JBLM

The ceremony will mark the Raiders' return to the base following a nine-month deployment to Afghanistan.

Early Morning, Late-Night Firing Begins Tuesday at Joint Base Lewis-McChord

The purpose of the early-morning training is to maintain unit proficiency M777, 155mm Howitzer

Lakewood Welcomes Its New City Manager Tuesday Night

John Caulfield will officially be sworn in as the third city manager in Lakewood's history.

Gov. Jay Inslee Orders Flags at Half-Mast for Patriots Day

Washington Governor Jay Inslee ordered the flags lowered on Sept. 11, 2013 as part of an annual memorial to the victims of the 2001 tragedy.

JBLM Staff Sgt. Ty Michael Carter Receive Medal Of Honor At White House Ceremony

Pres. Barack Obama awarded Carter the nation's highest military honor for his actions during an hours-long firefight in 2009 in Afghanistan.

Denny Heck To Discuss Legitimate Marijuana Business Bill

The 10th District Congressman is holding a town hall meeting today in Olympia.

Lakewood To Hold Public Workshops On Point Defiance Bypass Starting Wednesday

The first workshop is for properties adjacent to the railroad tracks that will carry Amtrack trains from the city’s northerly city limits to 108th Street SW.

PETA: Madigan Army Medical Center Has Stopped 'Cruel' Ferret-Testing

The animal rights group says the military hospital on Joint Base Lewis-McChord has stopped intubation training, which requires forcing tubes down their windpipes.

State Health Department Advises Against Eating Raw Oysters

Warm water temperatures are causing an increase in Vibrio bacteria, which has sickened more than 40 people around Washington state so far this year.

State Regulators Recommend New Pot Rules

The Washington State Liquor Control Board says it is working on a number of revised proposals, including a cap on total marijuana production and the number and location of retail outlets in each county.

Can Booze Save the US Postal Service?

Legal alcohol delivery could make the U.S. Postal Service $50 million per year.

Early Returns Show John Simpson, Bryan Thomas Leading In Council Race

Simpson leads with 2,321 votes, or 41 percent, and Thomas has 1,478 votes, or 26 percent, according to the Pierce County Auditor's Office.

Election Night Results Show West Pierce Fire Levy Passing in Primary

Residents of the West Pierce Fire District are deciding whether or not to approve a $22.3 million replacement levy to maintain current service levels in the district.

Primary Election Ballots Due Tuesday: Voters to Decide West Pierce Fire and Rescue Levy

Voters in the West Pierce Fire District will decide Tuesday whether to approve a two-year, $22 million maintenance and operations levy for continued service levels.

28th District Sen. Steve O'Ban Appointed Chairman Of Senate Committee

The University PlaceRepublican - appointed to Mike Carrell's seat two months ago - now leads the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee.

Are You Ready for Tighter Boating Laws Effective July 28?

A BUI conviction will become a gross misdemeanor punishable by up to a $5,000 fine and/or 364 days in jail.

State's Tobacco Quit Support to Shrink Starting Aug. 1

More than 147,000 people have received help from the Washington State Tobacco Quitline since it opened in 2000.

Infobullets: Transit Art, SummerFEST Success and Top Honors For Lakewood Cops

Here is Interim City Manager Heidi Wachter's weekly report.

Mount Rainier Officials to Rely Less on Helicopters During Rescues

Due to the changes in upper mountain rescue procedures, response times to injured parties may be longer.

2-2 SBCT Gets Change of Command Today

Col. Louis Zeisman will assume command of the Lancer Brigade from Lt. Col.Richard Edwards.

JBLM's 446th Airlift Wing Receives Air Force Outstanding Unit Award

It is the unit's fifth.

Final Round of Public Hearings Set for I-502

The Washington State Liquor Control Board recently approved 42 pages of rules for marijuana legalization.

Mike Carrell Reportedly Leaves $250,000 For Improvements at Ft. Steilacoom

Part of the money will be used to paint the houses at Western State Hospital used as a museum. What should the rest pay for?

Online Voter Registration Deadline Ends Monday for August Primary

Monday, July 8, will be the last day to register to vote or update voter registration information online or in person in time for the Aug. 6 primary election, according to Pierce County Elections.

Pot Plan Approved: Outdoor Grows Allowed, Sales Restricted to Lab-Tested Products

A final set of public hearings on the implementation of I-502 will be held in early August throughout the Puget Sound area.

Just Chill, Dude: Pierce County Delays Start of Marijuana Market By Six Months

The Pierce County Council wants to wait until state licensing rules are set and the county adopts permanent zoning regulations.

Dick Muri Tapped To Fill Vacant 28th District House Seat

The Pierce County Council unanimously voted Tuesday for the Steilacoom lawmaker's appointment.

Budget Wrap-up: College Tuition Frozen, Standard Pay Raises Suspended for Teachers

A $33.6-billion state budget was signed by Gov. Jay Inslee on Sunday, but the state senate adjourned without acting on a $10-billion transportation package.

JBLM Col. Willard Burleson III Nominated For Brigadier General

He is currently deputy commander for 7th Infantry Division.

Infobullets: Ray Odierno Visit, Lifeguards and 'Chaos" at the Permit Counter

Here is the weekly report from the City of Lakewood.

Slimmed-Down Version of DUI Bill Passes Through Legislature

Repeat offenders will be required to install automatic interlock devices in their vehicles as soon as charges are filed for their second DUI.

Lawmakers Reach Budget Deal in Olympia

The agreement would allow the state to avoid a major shutdown Monday.