Puyallup, WA|News|
Some Washington Counties May Roll Back To Phase 2 Next Week
Case counts are on the rise across Washington. Now, health officials are considering putting especially problematic areas back on lockdown.
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|
Tacoma Police Sound Alarm Over Missing Hiker
23-year-old Samuel McCloskey was supposed to go hiking near Eatonville on March 30, but hasn't been seen since.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
As Case Counts Climb, Pierce Health Urges Residents To Get Tested
The county currently has an estimated case rate of 180.6 cases per 100,000 residents over the past two weeks- and it's continuing to grow.
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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Allen Yorke Park Boat Launch Reopens For Summer
Boaters can apply for an annual boat launch parking pass online or by mail.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Deadly Overnight Shooting Closes Ruston Way For Over 10 Hours
Commuters likely saw lingering traffic backups Wednesday morning after a deadly shooting late Tuesday night.
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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Sheriff Troyer Investigation Moves Forward In County Council
The county council is seeking investigators to review Sheriff Troyer's conduct. Troyer has said he welcomes an independent review.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Car V Motorcycle Crash Closes S Meridian In South Hill
Police say the collision is serious, and are advising commuters to avoid the area if they can.
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Seattle|News|
Bezos Weighs In On Biden's Corporate Tax Raise Proposal
Amazon has long faced criticism from progressives who argue that the company does not pay its fair share in taxes.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Body Of Missing Woman Found In Chehalis River
The Pierce County Sheriff's Department helped pull a sunken vehicle from the river Monday, and found the body of a missing woman inside.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Peninsula And Gig Harbor High Compete To Gather Food For Charity
The annual Food Bowl benefit for Food Backpacks 4 Kids, and the race has started off exceptionally close this year.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Puyallup Farmers Market Returns Saturday
As with last year's markets, there will be a few pandemic-related restrictions, and a new location. Here's what to know.
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Seattle|News|
These Washington Billionaires Are Among Richest In U.S.: Forbes
The members of Forbes 2021 World's Billionaires List increased their wealth by more than $5 trillion over the past year.
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Seattle|News|
Sounders FC Get Go-Ahead To Bring Fans Back For 2021 MLS Season
The Sounders have been officially cleared to welcome fans back to Lumen Field for the first time in over a year.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Arrest Made In Attack On Asian Couple Caught On Video: Tacoma PD
An arrest has been made in connection to an attack seen on video, showing a teenager attacking an Asian couple in Tacoma.
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Seattle|News|
Seattle Receives Nearly $60M For New RapidRide Route
The federal funding will help create a new RapidRide G line from downtown through Madison Valley.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Defective Brakes To Blame For Deadly Semi Crash
Deputies say the driver saved lives by dodging several other cars, but died when his semi tipped and crashed into a warehouse.
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Seattle|News|
DNA Profile May Help Identify Unknown Green River Killer Victim
Two of the Green River Killer's 48 victims remain unidentified. Now, investigators hope this image may help them find one of them.
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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Bonney Lake And Sumner Food Banks Announce Merger
The organizations say merging will better support East Pierce County, which has seen a massive spike in demand during the pandemic.
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Seattle|News|
Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Wild Songbirds In Washington: CDC
Washington is one of eight states involved in a Salmonella outbreak that has sickened 19 people. 3 Washingtonians have been hospitalized.
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Seattle|News|
Washington State's Economy Least Impacted By COVID-19: Study
WalletHub looked at 13 key metrics for all 50 states, plus the District of Columbia, and found that Washington is doing well overall.
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