Seattle|News|
Remains Found Near UW Identified As Missing Woman
Officers are investigating the woman's death as a homicide.
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|
New Gun Violence Bill: What It Means For Washington
Following the Uvalde massacre, lawmakers have once again taken up the charge of passing gun control legislation.
Charles Woodman and Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
WA Court Upholds Seattle's JumpStart Payroll Tax
The tax applies only to the highest salaries at Seattle's largest companies, and raised over $231 million last year.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
COVID Shots Gets Final Approval For Children Under 5 In Washington
Two COVID vaccines have cleared the final hurdle and are now available for children under 5 in Washington.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Gig Harbor Fire Running Large-Scale Training Event Wednesday
You may notice a crowd of first responders in the Gig Harbor Marina Wednesday, but firefighters say not to worry.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Rare Planetary Alignment Over WA Worth Getting Up Early To See
Set your calendar because if you miss it, the rare alignment won't be seen again for decades.
Charles Woodman and Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Supreme Court Rules Against Hanford Worker Protection Law
The Supreme Court has overruled a 2018 Washington law protecting Hanford employees. However, recent protections remain intact.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
July 4th Fireworks 2022 Near Lakewood
Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Pierce County.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
July 4th Fireworks 2022 Near Gig Harbor
Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Pierce County.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
July 4th Fireworks 2022 Near Bonney Lake & Sumner
Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Pierce County.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
July 4th Fireworks 2022 Near Puyallup
Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Pierce County.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
AG Seeks $10,000 Bail From Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer: Report
Troyer has been charged with false reporting, and making a false or misleading statement. He faces up to a year behind bars.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Armed Robbery Suspects Shoot Victim In Parkland
The victim was largely unharmed, and by the time deputies arrived had pinned a suspect to the ground.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Pierce County Councilmember Hans Zeiger Announces Resignation
Zeiger will be stepping aside at the end of July to become president of the Jack Miller Center.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Inslee Joins Call For Insurance Commissioner Kreidler's Resignation
Several top state senators, Republican and Democrat alike, have called on Commissioner Kreidler to resign. He has said he will not.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
JBLM To Host Nursing Job Fair Next Week
The base is looking to hire everything from nursing assistance to registered nurses.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Missing Woman's Skull ID'd 41 Years After She Disappeared
Alice Lou Williams went missing in July 1981. Her skull was discovered in 2009, but just recently was identified thanks to DNA testing.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
EPA Issues New Drinking Water Health Advisories: See WA Impacts
Human-made “forever chemicals” found in water supplies across the country are more dangerous than previously thought, the agency warns.
Charles Woodman and Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
WA Identifies 387 Sex, Kidnapping And Homicide Offenders Who Owe DNA
The Attorney General's Office says thousands of individuals convicted of violet crimes or sex offenses may owe the state DNA samples.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Washington Saw 2nd Largest Average Wage Increase Ever Last Year: ESD
The Employment Security Department says a strong demand for workers and hiring difficulties pushed nearly record-breaking wage growth.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
