OSPI Superintendent Reykdal inserts himself into SCOTUS abortion issue

Something to ponder

Lakewood Invites Residents For Some 'Dancing In The Streets'

The first of four summer Saturday Street Festivals will be held later this month at Colonial Plaza.

Pierce County Seeks Public Input On Updated Nisqually Flood Maps

The updated maps show FEMA where flood insurance is required. This is the first time they've been updated since 1987.

Why Termite Inspections In The Lakewood-JBLM Area Are Worth Every Penny

An ounce of prevention can save you lots of money in the long run and keep your home safe from damage.

Lakewood Nonprofit To Expand Homeless Services: Report

Living Access Support Alliance has announced plans to add a hygiene center and 50 new low-income housing units, among other changes.

Tacoma Hotel Worker Shoots Trespasser Who Brandished Knife: Police

The 32-year-old woman said she shot the man after he attacked employees with the weapon. The man suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

Judge Approves Challenge To Washington's Capital Gains Tax

The campaign now has until July to gather enough signatures to get on the fall ballot.

Mother’s Day 2022 Gifts: What Do Lakewood Moms Really Want?

A recent poll revealed the top gifts moms appreciate for Mother's Day.

Mother’s Day 2022 Brunch: Reserve Now In Lakewood

Mother's Day may seem like a longs ways off, but reservations are filling up fast. Here are a few local favorites to consider.

Home Run!

Like a home run with the bases loaded, there’s hardly a better means to mobilize a team of community members, teachers and parents.

Lakewood Prep School Among Among 2022’s Best: U.S. News

The annual ranking released by U.S. News and World Report evaluates schools based on graduation rates, academic performance and more.

Mortar And Demolitions Training Resume This Week At JBLM

Training will begin early Tuesday and last through most of the week.

Lakewood Apartment Fire Leaves 3 Without Home

One occupant was injured and had to be rushed to a nearby hospital.

Volunteers Sought To Help Revitalize Lakewood Libraries

The Lakewood & Tillicum libraries have seen better days. The city wants to fix or replace them, but needs community input first.

How Much Would A Good Home Cleaning Cost In The Lakewood-JBLM Area?

Top-rated cleaning professionals are available to help get your house next-level clean.

WA Sees Rise In COVID Cases, But Deaths & Hospitalization Hold Steady

"We are in this transition point from counting every single case to paying more attention to variants, the hospitalizations, the deaths."

Pierce County Government: Juror Scam Information

See the latest announcement from the Pierce County Government.

WA Ferries, Sea-Tac Airport And Others Drop Mask Requirements

Some agencies are following the TSA's lead and dropping mask mandates, though in other places mask requirements remain. Here's the latest.

Lakewood Will Host A Parks Appreciation Day Volunteer Event April 23

Participants will help out at one of six locations, where they will remove weeds, pick up trash, fix playgrounds and paint.

WSP's 44 Newest Troopers Are Its Most Diverse Class In Agency History

Washington State Patrol is recognizing the graduates of its 115th Trooper Basic Training Class.

Walgreens To Limit Baby Formula Purchases Amid Shortage

The company is limiting sales to three units of infant and toddler formula per visit.

JBLM Resumes Mortar And Artillery Training This Week

The base has announced one more set of round-the-clock training, kicking off later this week.

Ballots Mailed For Pierce County's April Election

The only thing on the ballot in Pierce County this April is a pair of propositions to fund the Bethel School District.

Washington AG And FCC Team Up To Battle Illegal Robocallers

Just last month, Attorney General Ferguson announced an initiative allowing Washingtonians to file complaints about robocallers.

JBLM Announces Weekend Mortar Training Session

Anyone who lives near Joint Base Lewis-McChord can expect some more noise for the next few days.

Live Power Line Falls On I-5, Interrupting Traffic

The line blocked two lanes of traffic Thursday morning, causing significant delays for some commuters.

Pierce County Law Enforcement Cracks Down On Distracted Driving

Distracted driving is down year-over-year, and these extra emphasis patrols hope to keep it that way.

Lakewood Saw Small Increase in Crime Last Year: LPD Report

Despite the increase, the local crime rate remains well below that of the 2000s, and maintains a downward trajectory.

Inslee Signs Bill To Rapidly Expand Housing For The Homeless

“With Apple Health and Homes, we will save lives, save costs and save communities,” said Rep. Frank Chopp (D-Seattle).

Washington AG Program Aims To Crack Down On Illegal Robocalls

Through the program, the public will be encouraged to report any harassing or illegal calls for investigation.

JBLM Announces Day And Nighttime Artillery Training

Neighbors can expect to hear some extra noise starting Monday evening.

CPSD discipline policy: a recipe for chaos.

Race Based Discipline

Moderna Shots May Soon Be Available For Washingtonians Under 6

COVID-19 vaccine-maker Moderna said Wednesday that its trials show the shots are effective in babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

When Striving Mightily Isn't Good Enough

Clover Park School District Drowning Academically

Omicron Subvariant Not Driving An Increase In COVID Cases For WA

"Hospitalization rates are way down from our peak and this is all very positive," said State Epidemiologist Dr. Scott Lindquist.

Impaired, Wrong-Way Driver With 3-Year-Old In Car Stopped on I-5

The incident happened early Sunday near Pendleton. The WSP said 9-1-1 callers reporting the driver helped prevent a serious collision.

Lakewood Mayor Jason Whalen Hosts Second 'Community Coffeehouse'

The March 24 session will feature Whalen and police chief Mike Zaro discussing public safety and community policing with residents.

Pierce County Community Invited To Weigh In On Key Peninsula Intersection Project

The information is available in English, Spanish and Russian.

Pierce County Government: Proposed Updates To The Shoreline Master Program

See the latest announcement from the Pierce County Government.

Pierce County Government: 2023 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Applications Open From July 1

See the latest announcement from the Pierce County Government.