Seattle|News|
Alaska Airlines' Flight Disruptions To Persist Through June
The airline has had to cancel four percent of its flights each day, and rebooking options have been severely limited.
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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Puyallup, WA|News|
Puyallup School District: Register Now For Right At School Summer Camps
See the latest announcement from the Puyallup School District.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Pierce County Budget Adjustment: More For Deputies, Inflation Offset
The County Council has approved a budget adjustment to reallocate $20 million in ARPA funds. Here's what's changing.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
WA's Childhood Immunization Rate Below Pre-Pandemic Levels: DOH
Childhood immunization dropped 13 percent in 2021 when compared with the pre-pandemic rate. The dip is especially prevalent in younger kids.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Overnight I-5 Closures In Tacoma Set For Friday
Drivers heading southbound along the interstate this weekend will want to plan ahead for some extra delays.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Murray Introduces Bill To Crack Down On Union Busting
The move comes as two Washington giants, Amazon and Starbucks, have drawn significant criticism for their anti-union efforts.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Deputy Opens Fire Near Puyallup, Suspect Injured
The Pierce County Force Investigation Team has been called to investigate the incident.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
FDA Advisory Limits Use Of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine
In addition, the Washington State Department of Health has cancelled its standing order for J&J shots.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Bird Flu Detected In 2 Pierce County Flocks
The highly pathogenic strain was first detected in a Pacific County flock last week. Now, the state is working to prevent future outbreaks.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Starbucks Now Faces 45 NLRB Complaints Over Union-Busting Efforts
One complaint demands the company reinstate seven Memphis-area partners who were fired for taking part in unionization efforts.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Inflation Eases Slightly: How It's Affecting Washington
The April-over-May increase in the Consumer Price Index was the smallest monthly increase in seven months, and may mark a turning point.
Charles Woodman and Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Firefighters Responding to South Hill House Fire
Firefighters are asking residents to avoid the area, as they expect to be on scene for several hours.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
WSP Arrests Suspect Accused Of Spring 2021 Drive-By Shooting
Troopers say the suspect shot another driver in the leg because he was taking too long at a traffic light leading onto the freeway.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
JBLM Joins 'Stamp Out Hunger' Letter Carriers Food Drive
The 30th annual National Association of Letter Carriers food drive will begin May 14.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Vandals Carve Up Trees At Sumner's Loyalty Park
The city says it appears the vandals used a hatchet or a knife to attack over a dozen trees in the park.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Passes For Allan Yorke Park Boat Launch Go On Sale Next Week
Due to construction, the boat launch will be restricted to Bonney Lake residents this summer.
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Seattle|News|
Attorney General Project Collects DNA From 372 Sex Offenders
An effort to collect overdue DNA samples has concluded, and is already helping to investigate unsolved sex offenses in Washington.
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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
'Run For Your Life 5k' Follows Lahar Evacuation Route
The run will help teach on a key evacuation route, and will raise money for a local community group.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
White House Announces $13 Million To Repair WA Water Infrastructure
Washington's funding comes as part of a larger, $240 million proposal to repair aging water infrastructure across 11 states.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Blood Moon Total Lunar Eclipse 2022: When To See It In Washington
If our recent bout of clear skies keeps up, Puget Sound stargazers should be in for quite a show this weekend.
Charles Woodman and Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
