Puyallup, WA|News|
Tacoma PD Arrest Suspected Serial Arsonist Following Dumpster Fires
Officers say the 34-year-old is a "known serial arsonist" with several prior arrests.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
- Seattle, WA
Charles started as Field Editor for Patch in May 2020, covering western Washington. He is based in Seattle. In the past, he has written for various TV news stations in Seattle, Reno, Nevada and Fairbanks, Alaska. He has also worked as a music critic, weatherman, and soccer referee.
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Seattle|News|
Baby Formula Shortage Causes Washington Parents To Scramble
Washington was one of seven states where more than 40% of stores were totally out of stock.
Charles Woodman and Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Wear Red Thursday To Recognize Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women
Indigenous women and people go missing and are murdered at rates higher than any other ethnic group in the United States.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Washington Seeing Largest Tuberculosis Outbreak In Decades: DOH
Cases saw a dramatic uptick in 2021, but have continued to climb with no signs of slowing.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
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.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
WA REAL ID: Enforcement Begins In One Year
The Department of Homeland Security will begin enforcement for air travelers in 2023. Here's what to know.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Strickland Opioid Bill Joins Health Equity Accountability Act
Congresswoman Strickland's plan would give grants to CPS and caregivers to train them on the impact of opioid addiction on children.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Heist At State L&I Office Nabs Hard Drives With Sensitive Information
Anyone who has had recent dealings with Labor & Industries' Tukwila office may have had their personal information compromised.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Washington Sues USPS Over Gas-Powered Fleet
Attorney General Bob Ferguson alleges that Postmaster DeJoy broke environmental regulations by ignoring more climate-friendly options.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Mother’s Day 2022 Brunch: Reserve Now In Sumner
Mother's Day may seem like a longs ways off, but reservations are filling up fast. Here are a few local favorites to consider.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Mother’s Day 2022 Brunch: Reserve Now In Gig Harbor
Mother's Day may seem like a longs ways off, but reservations are filling up fast. Here are a few local favorites to consider.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
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.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Mother’s Day 2022 Brunch: Reserve Now In Puyallup
Mother's Day may seem like a longs ways off, but reservations are filling up fast. Here are a few local favorites to consider.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
DOH's COVID Rapid Tests May Last Longer Than Previously Thought
If you were sent a COVID-19 test by the Washington State Department of Health, it may last months longer than the "Use by" date implies.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Woman Rescued After Falling 'Head First' Into WA Outhouse Toilet
Fire crews came to the aid of a visiting woman who fell into a vault toilet in Washington while trying to fish her phone out of it.
Charles Woodman and Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
DEA Drug Takeback Day Planned For Saturday: Find An Event Near You
Safely disposing of medication can help prevent opioid misuse, organizers say.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
See Puyallup's Best High Schools: U.S. News
The annual ranking released by U.S. News and World Report evaluates schools based on graduation rates, academic performance and more.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
University Place, WA|News|
See Tacoma's Best High Schools: U.S. News
The annual ranking released by U.S. News and World Report evaluates schools based on graduation rates, academic performance and more.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
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.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Pierce County Schools To Run Massive Lahar Drill Friday
Students from five local districts will be participating in a record-breaking emergency drill, which is expected to impact traffic.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
