Sewer Spillage Closes Beaches At Lakewood Parks

Tuesday night's sewer line failure may have caused sewage to spill into nearby Flett Creek, which feeds into Chambers Bay.

Pierce County Government: Incident On 7/18/2021 Near Pacific Avenue & South 56th Street In Tacoma, WA

The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office has confirmed the identity and the cause and manner of death of the man who died as the resu ...

11 Winners Drawn For WA's Military Vaccine Lottery

The "A Heroes Thanks" vaccine lottery is for Washingtonians who got their shot from the Department of Defense or Veterans Affairs.

Candidate Profile: Gene Drawhorn For Lakewood City Council

Gene Drawhorn shares with Patch why he should be elected to represent the people of Lakewood.

Lakewood Sewer Main Break Forces Road Closure, Flush Embargo

A sewer line failure in Lakewood had the city urging nearby homes not to flush their toilets Tuesday night.

Missing JBLM Soldier Found Dead Near Mt. Whittier

First lieutenant Brian Yang was found dead early Wednesday afternoon.

PPP Loans Benefited Lakewood-JBLM Businesses

The Paycheck Protection Program benefited nearly 12 million businesses in the U.S., including some in Lakewood-JBLM.

Lakewood PD Increase Presence At City Events Following Shootings

The city says two recent shootings, one at American Lake Park and one at Fort Steilacoom Park, have them tightening security.

Deadly Heat Wave: Pierce Medical Examiner Ids Final Victims

At least 23 Pierce County residents were killed by last month's the record-breaking heat wave.

Pierce County Government: Incident On 7/15/2021 Near The 4600 Block Of East B Street In Tacoma, WA

The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office has confirmed the identity and the cause and manner of death of the man who died as the resu ...

Pierce County Government: June 2021 Heat Wave: Heat-Related Deaths In Pierce County

June 2021 Heat Wave: Heat-Related Deaths in Pierce County

JBLM Announces Day & Nighttime Artillery Training This Week

If you live near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, expect a little extra noise for the next few days.

City Of Lakewood Plans 25th Birthday Party, Other Summer Events

The city's birthday is just one of many celebrations Lakewood has planned for this summer. Here's a few to look forward to.

Pierce County Government: Incident On 7/9/2021 Near The 8000 Block Of Pacific Highway East In Milton, WA

The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office has confirmed the identity and the cause and manner of death of the man who died as the resu ...

Pierce County Government: Primary Election At A Glance

See the latest announcement from the Pierce County Government.

Pierce County Government: Pierce County Council Meetings Resume In-Person Meetings

See the latest announcement from the Pierce County Government.

Washington Added 24,100 Jobs In June As Economy Stabilized

Unlike the national unemployment rate, which rose slightly last month, Washington appears to be on the road to recovery.

Drought Emergency Declared For Almost All Of Washington

​"Every part of our state is under attack," said Gov. Jay Inslee at a news conference announcing the emergency.

Washington Hits 70 Percent Vaccination Goal

"We don't plan to stop until we cross the finish line," said Assistant Secretary of Health Michele Roberts.

Lakewood-JBLM Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive soon in the Lakewood-JBLM area.

These Lakewood Restaurants Got Restaurant Revitalization Money

A total 3,247 Washington businesses scored a combined $921 million from the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. Here's who benefitted locally.

Pierce County Government: Incident On 7/3/2021 At Good Samaritan Hospital In Puyallup, WA

The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office has confirmed the identity and the cause and manner of death of the woman who died as the re ...

Pierce County Government: June 2021 Heat Wave: Heat-Related Deaths In Pierce County

See the latest announcement from the Pierce County Government.

Lakewood's 'Summer Nights At the Pavilion' Concerts Begin Thurs

The beloved summer music series returns this Friday with a performance by 80s new wave cover band Nite Wave.

Pierce County Government: Incident On 7/8/2021 Near The 700 Block Of Commerce Street In Tacoma, WA

The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office has confirmed the identity and the cause and manner of death of the man who died as the resu ...

JBLM Celebrates 100,000+ Vaccines Administered

The combined efforts of Madigan, I Corps and the 62nd Airlift Wing have paid off, the base said.

Pierce County Government: Incident On 7/4/2021 Near The 8200 Block Of South Hosmer Street In Tacoma, WA

The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office has confirmed the identity and the cause and manner of death of the man who died as the resu ...

Pierce County Government: Incident On 7/4/2021 Near The 4600 Block Of Pacific Highway East In Fife, WA

The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office has confirmed the identity and the cause and manner of death of the woman who died as the re ...

Washington Still Falling Short Of 70 Percent Vaccine Threshold

The state had hoped 70 percent of Washingtonians 16+ would begin vaccination by mid-June. Now, weeks into July, we still aren't there.

New I-5 HOV Lane Between DuPont And Lakewood Opens Sunday

WSDOT says the 4.5 mile carpooling lane should help cut congestion between the two cities. Another lane will open in August.

Heat Wave Death Toll Rises To 78 In Washington: DOH

The state says the toll will keep rising as all deaths are processed. Washington saw just 7 heat-related deaths in 2020.

Unemployment Rate Decreases In Lakewood-JBLM Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Pierce County decreased recently.

JBLM 2022 Growth Coordination Plan Discussion Scheduled

The SSMCP will host a virtual open house on July 26 to get public comment about the plan, which will be released next spring.

Yellow Ribbons, Red Bricks, Richard Rabisa

Richard Rabisa was forever thankful for those who purchased so dearly our freedom.

Pierce County Recognizing Park And Recreation Month

In July, park enthusiasts are asked to share on social media their meaningful everyday adventures in parks and on trails.

Public Comment On WSH Campus Construction Plan Ends Wednesday

The proposal includes a new 350-bed forensic hospital and other updates to buildings, parking and open space on the WSH campus.

Day And Nighttime Artillery Training At JBLM This Week

If you live near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, expect a little extra noise between Wednesday morning and Friday night.

‘A commitment to doorbelling, a commitment to the school board'

As of today, I have personally been on the doorsteps of 1,038 homes in Lakewood, pursuing election to the Clover Park School Board.

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Data Breach May Have Exposed Info Of 16,000 Washington Workers

The Department of Labor & Industries says hackers may have accessed the data of 16,466 people who filed for worker's comp in 2019.