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.
"We are in this transition point from counting every single case to paying more attention to variants, the hospitalizations, the deaths."
See the latest announcement from the Pierce County Government.
Religious organizations, civic groups, and property owners may soon set aside parking spaces for people who are living out of their cars.
The median age in Jefferson County is 59.5 years old. That might change when the party bus arrives.
Earth day is going to kick off with a bang this year. Here's how to catch the show.
The trash removal project is only half over, as crews plan to return next week for the remainder of their haul.
The first half of property tax bills are due soon for owners who pay directly, but some help is available for those who need more time.
The first of two drivers arrested for Sunday's incident has appeared in court. His bail has been set at $100,000.
The callers have been posing as the "Gig Harbor Police Department Warrants Division." The police department says that's not from them.
Some agencies are following the TSA's lead and dropping mask mandates, though in other places mask requirements remain. Here's the latest.
Wildfire season is fast approaching, and firefighters want to make sure Pierce County is prepared.
During the fracas, an uninvolved pedestrian was run over. Advocates have been pushing to restrict the market to foot traffic for years.
Bonney Lake residents will need to buy a pass to use the launch. Construction means there will also be no boat trailer parking.
The law was designed to make it easier for workers to access their benefits, but was challenged by the federal government.
See the latest announcement from the City of Bonney Lake.
Biden has not visited the Evergreen State since 2019, before his election.
Crews will be closing freeway lanes as they clean trash from the center median. Commuters are being warned to expect backups.
Washington State Patrol is recognizing the graduates of its 115th Trooper Basic Training Class.
A successful suit against the JUUL means the company will have to pay Washington damages and change its advertising practices.
Five contest winners will even be allowed to help paint the needle's roof.
