Get Ready For Media Convergence On JBLM For Army Staff Sgt. Robert Bales' Trial

The two-week trial that begins Nov. 5 will be closely watched worldwide, which means plenty of news outlets will be covering it.

UPDATE: Two JBLM Soldiers Die From IED's Saturday in Afghanistan

Spc. Brittany B. Gordon was assigned to the 572nd Military Intelligence Company, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division. Sgt. Robert J. Billings, 5th Battalion, 20th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Divisi

PICTURE OF THE DAY: JBLM Soldier Tries Out For All-Army Basketball Team

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Spc. Julian Smith is one of 22 soldiers attempting to make the roster of an all-Army squad for the Armed Forces Basketball Championship.

What Time is the Vice Presidential Debate?

Here are details on Thursday's debate between Vice President Joe Biden and Congressman Paul Ryan. Where will you be watching the debates?

UPDATE: TNT, Olympian Endorse Denny Heck For 10th Congressional District

The Olympian recently gave the nod to Democrat Denny Heck, who is running for the 10th Congressional District against Republican Dick Muri. Today, The News Tribune followed suit.

Lakewood Election Guide 2012

The candidates, voting information and issues that will be affecting Lakewood.

CITY MANAGER'S INFOBULLETS: Clean Audit, Norm Dicks and Great Work By CSRT Team

Here is the weekly report from Lakewood City Manager Andrew Neiditz.

How to Register to Vote in Lakewood

In honor of National Voter Registration Day, we’re giving you all the information you need on how and where to register to vote, including a link to Washington's new Facebook voter registration tool.

VIDEO: Preview of Lakewood Sounder Service

Lakewood and other South Sound residents can begin using the service Monday, Oct. 8.

CITY MANAGER'S INFOBULLETS: Sounder Train, Senior Center and Day of Caring

Here is the weekly bulletin from Lakewood City Manager Andrew Neiditz.

QUESTION: State Settles With Families of Three of Lakewood's Fallen Four Officers

What do you think about the state settling for $12.5 million with the families of Lakewood police Sgt. Mark Renninger, and officers Greg Richards and Tina Griswold? The claim from the family of Officer Ronald Owens is still in effect.

Steiloacoom Candidates Forum

Three Soldiers From JBLM Killed in Afghanistan

Sgt. Sapuro B. Nena, Spc. Joshua N. Nelson and Pfc. Genaro Bedoy died on Sunday, Sept. 16, of injuries suffered when their position was attacked with small arms fire.

CITY MANAGER'S INFOBULLETS: Farmers Market, Sounder, 100 Best Communities

On Sept. 12, the America’s Promise Alliance identified Lakewood as one of 100 Best Communities for Young People.

Lakewood Could Get $2.2 Million For Transportation Improvements

The Puget Sound Regional Council is recommending a list projects that will be covered by $440 million in federal funds. The Lakewood improvements include $1.2 million worth of work on Bridgeport Way West.

First Sounder Train Will Leave Lakewood Oct. 8

Officials said Wednesday that Sound Transit will begin with five roundtrips a weekday to Tacoma. Eventually, there will be 18 trips,

POLL: Conventions Are Over, So Who Will You Vote For?

Both the Republicans and Democrats threw grand celebrations in which Mitt Romney and Barack Obama made their candidacy official. Now that the conventions are over, who do you think you'll vote for?

WATCH: Lakewood Mayor Doug Richardson Offers Official Support For Rob McKenna

Richardson, who himself is running for Pierce County Council, announced his support for the GOP gubernatorial hopeful in Renton last week.

CITY MANAGER INFOBULLETS: Swallows Have Hatched, B-1 Bombers and Tunnel of Hope

The swallows at the Interlaaken Bridge over Lake Steilacoom have hatched, which means bridge improvement work should resume and be finished next week, reports City Manager Andrew Neiditz.

Army Still Hasn't Set Date, Location For JBLM Staff Sgt. Robert Bales' Court Martial

The Lake Tapps man faces multiple charges related to an early morning shooting in March in Afghanistan, including 16 counts of premeditated murder and six counts of attempted murder.

McNeil Island Open House

Food Waste Workshops

Forum: The War On Women

Free Whooping Cough Vaccine Clinic

Parks Appreciation Day

10th Congressional District Candidates Debate

Lakewood, Dupont and Steilacoom City Council Special Meeting

Pierce County Library System closed on Thanksgiving

September 11th Ceremonies

Drop & Shop – Free Activities at City Hall

Lakewood Pierce County Library closed: Aug. 22-Sept. 5

Washington State Legislature Dinner

Pierce County Library System closed Sunday, April 24

Steilacoom II Return Celebration

McNeil’s Most Notorious Escape: Roy Gardner

Train robber bragged about escaping to the warden, and made good on the claim less than a year later.

Rocket Fuel Chemical Found In Lakewood Drinking Water

Toxic chemical reportedly detected in Lakewood and Puyallup waters and an estimated 17 million people have ingested it.

Sixth Annual Daddy Daughter Dance

Lakewood's 8th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Teen Council

Army Officers Bring Their Pasts to Bear on Present Conflicts

Samir Patel and Rajiv Srinivasan, deployed from Lakewood, used their Indian heritage to bridge the culture gap while they served in the Middle East.