Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Infant Formula Recall Expanded: 2 Deaths, More Illnesses Reported
In Washington, 18,000+ families supported by the Women, Infants, and Children program may be involved in the recall, the DOH said.
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|
Consumer Brands Association To Pay WA $9M To Settle Lawsuit
The payment is believed to be the largest campaign finance penalty in American history. A third of the money will go to help WA food banks.
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Seattle|News|
Updated COVID Risk Levels In WA: See Latest CDC Map
CDC guidance says most Washington counties have low enough transmission they could end masking requirements- but they'll still have to wait.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
🌱 Mask Mandate In Gig Harbor Schools + 2 Years Since COVID
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Gig Harbor.
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Seattle|News|
This Week Marks 2 Years Since First COVID-19 Death in Washington
Washington reported the first-ever confirmed COVID-19 death in the country in early 2020. Here's a look back at 2 years of the pandemic.
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Seattle|News|
Hanford Nuclear Site Lockdown Lifted: No Injuries Reported
Reports of an active shooter forced evacuations and lockdowns midday Tuesday. However, it appears to have been a false alarm.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
WSDOT Launches Tacoma To Puyallup Regional Trail Open House
The Tacoma to Puyallup Regional Trail will run along the SR-167 and connect the two cities. Here's a look at how it'll work.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Mudslides, Flooded Roads Force Closures Across Pierce County
At least 2 mudslides and several instances of water on the roadway have officials warning drivers to take alternate routes Tuesday morning.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
🌱 Fake Vaccine Card Bust + New City Admin + Beer Fest Returns
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Gig Harbor.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Pierce Health Reports 'Dramatic Increase' In Local Syphilis Cases
The Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department issued a public health advisory after seeing a tenfold increase in congenital syphilis cases.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Washington Prepares To 'Spring Forward' For Daylight Savings Time
Get ready to lose some sleep: Daylight Savings Time is just around the corner.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
WSP Asks For Help Finding I-5 Shooting Suspect
A shooting on I-5 southbound put one woman in the hospital. Now, troopers are hoping someone can help lead them to her attacker.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Washington To End Mask Mandate Earlier Than Expected: Inslee
Following new CDC guidance, Washington, Oregon and California will be lifting masking requirements earlier than previously anticipated.
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Seattle|News|
Target Employees May Soon Make Up To $24 Per Hour
A wage range between $15 and $24 announced Monday will apply to new and current Target employees.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Woman Found Dead In Car, Police Investigating
Tacoma Police are investigating after a woman was found shot and killed inside a vehicle early Monday morning.
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Seattle|News|
Export Fuel Tax Culled From 'Move Ahead Washington' Bill
The $16 billion plan originally included a 6-cent tax on fuel exports, which will likely be removed after significant political pressure.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Sound Transit To Reduce Service, Citing Operator Shortages
Over a dozen ST Express bus routes will begin to see reduced service. Meanwhile, the Sounder S line will have four trips restored.
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Seattle|News|
CDC Updates COVID Mask Guidelines: What It Means For Washington
About 70 percent of Americans will be able to shed their masks while indoors. Washingtonians, however, still have to wait.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Lakewood Announces Dates for Spring Community Cleanup
Want to ditch some junk? This could be your best opportunity.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
JBLM To Resume Mortar Training Early Next Month
Anyone who lives near Joint Base Lewis-McChord can expect some more noise next week.
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