Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Minimum Wage and Other New Laws Ahead for 2013

Here’s a sampling of new laws, rules and other government changes that kick in with the new year.

Izzy Dropped 114 Pounds. How Will You Reach Your New Year's Weight Goal?

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties reminds us that it's not about a new year, but it's about a new you.

Teen-Age Defendant Accused of 2010 Murder Extradited From Mexico, To Appear In Court Today

A judge will decide if Naitaalii Toleafoa, 18, will be tried as an adult. Toleafoa was arrested in Mexico and extradited to Pierce County, where authorities suspect he shot Juan Zuniga at his North Tacoma home.

Curtis Boys Basketball Team Wins Maui Tournament

The Vikings outscored their four opponents a combined 289-122. Andre Lewis lead the Vikings with 15.8 points a game

University Place Patch's Most-Read Stories of 2012

Changing the city's name, The Keg's closure, flooding and a Bad News Bears sign made the Top 10 list.

10 Things to Do With Your Kids Over Holiday Break

Got bored kids? Here are some ideas to help keep your kids happy over winter break.

Christmas Morning: Possible Snow in Western Washington

Two to 4 inches of snow possible in the Hood Canal, Kitsap Penninsula and parts of SW Washington. Light accumulations are possible on higher hills or away from bodies of water like Puget Sound.

University Place Police Say They've Nabbed Doorstep Package-Thief

Deputies arrested the alleged thief who earlier prompted the city to issue an alert Thursday night. The suspect told deputies that he "decided to make things happen for Christmas."

Should University Place Schools Follow NRA's Suggestion for Armed Campus Security?

"The only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun," the NRA's Wayne LaPierre said.

We Proudly Welcome JBLM To The Patch Family

Today, Lakewood Patch became Lakewood-JBLM Patch, the fourth community in Patch's nationwide network of websites to cover a U.S. military base.

Police: Early Morning Activity Wednesday on Grandview Involved DUI Collision

The driver was a 21-year-old University Place woman whose blood alcohol level was allegedly more than three times the legal limit. She flattened three tires going through a roundabout.

Still Time To Donate To Area Toy Drives

South Sound businesses are still accepting donations, but time is running out. Tell us, Patch users, what's your favorite toy drive and where people can donate.

PTAs Nationwide Give Sandy Hook Students a Winter Wonderland

Sending homemade snowflakes is a meaningful way to help Newtown, CT.

Tacoma Public Utilities Customers In Collection Get An Early Christmas Gift

Customers with collection debt on an old account can reduce their costs by paying it off in the next month. A one-time, 30-day grace period is being offered while the utility transitions to a new collection agency.

Lancer Brigade Returns Home To JBLM (PHOTOS)

The 280 soldiers of the 2nd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division came back from Afghanistan on Sunday. They came home to an eager crowd at the Wilson Sports and Fitness Center on Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

Masonic Lodge Public Open House

Local author to speak and sign books at University Place Pierce County

Sandy Relief Donations at Impact Sports

Chambers Bay Women's Club - Plush Pippin Fundraiser

Soldiers in Petticoats: The Struggle of the Suffragettes

Santa Breakfast

Anne of Green Gables: A Musical

Santa is coming to McBride's Hallmark

Families Unlimited Network's 4th Annual Simple Supper

Northwest Flower & Garden Show, Feb. 20-24, 2013

"Refuge From the Storm" Film Northwest Premiere

AMERICAN LEGION RUMMAGE SALE

CENTRAL'S ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVAL

Volleyball Open Court

Men's Classic Tournament

Pumpkin giveaway @ Coldwell Banker in University Place

Win the Ultimate Tailgate!

Bodybuilding pianist plays with the Tacoma Symphony Orchestra

Brown Bear “Veterans Day Free Car Wash” November 11

“Dollar Day” presented by Bartell Drugs: take a ride to the top of the Space Needle for $1 this Sunday (October 21)

Community Helper Story Times at University Place Pierce County Library

Community Helper Story Times at University Place Pierce County Library

Community Helper Story Times at University Place Pierce County Library

Seattle Center “The Next Fifty” Closing Day Celebration Sponsored by Bartell Drugs

ESA Celebrates CHOCTOBER