Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Bonney Lake Police Warn Of Rise In Car Part Thefts
Police say there has been a spike in catalytic converter thefts recently, and are warning the public to keep an eye out.
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|
Do Coronavirus Vaccines Prevent Spread? UW Students Join Study
University of Washington students are participating in a study to see whether the Moderna shot prevents virus transmission.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Chance For Thunderstorms As Wet And Windy System Moves In
Hope you enjoyed the mild weather Saturday, because it's about to get pretty wild for western Washington the next few days.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Coronavirus In Pierce County: Week In Review
The state's health leaders are less optimistic than they have been in recent weeks. Here's how things stand at the county level.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Pierce County Health Announces First Clinic For Tiers 1B3 and 1B4
Registration opens Monday for another free vaccine clinic, and by the time it does many more residents will be eligible for a shot.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
I-5 Semi Crash Spills Fuel On Road, Troopers Say Expect Delays
A fuel spill on the freeway is causing significant backups between Tacoma and Lakewood.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Stinson Ave Closure To Cause 'Significant Delays' Starting Monday
A major construction project in downtown Gig Harbor starts Monday, and will continue into the summer. Here's what to know.
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Seattle|News|
23 Washington Travelers Monitored For Possible Ebola Exposure
Public health officials say all 23 just visited counties suffering Ebola outbreaks, but there is a very low risk for people in Washington.
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Seattle|News|
WATCH: Rocket Debris Lights Up Night Sky Over Washington
A mysterious light show over the Pacific Northwest last night turned out to be the debris from a failing Falcon 9 rocket.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Light Rail Contractor Cited $800,000 For Unpaid Wages, Fines
L&I says the contractor failed to pay the correct wages to 37 employees working on the East Link Extension. One was owed nearly $100,000.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Health Leaders Urge Caution As Familiar Warning Signs Emerge
Some concerning new developments have Washington's health leaders "much more cautious than optimistic" about the future.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Pierce County Launches COVID-19 Vaccine Call Center
The center will help anyone who needs assistance signing up for one of the health department's free vaccination clinic.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Pierce County Passes Behavioral Health Tax: What To Know
The ordinance adds a sales tax of one tenth of a percent. Here's how that money will be spent.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
WSDOT To Add New Lane To Northbound SR 167 This Summer
The department says they're hopeful the change will limit traffic backups between Puyallup, Sumner and Auburn.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Arrest Made In Puyallup Deadly Drive-By Shooting
Puyallup police confirm they have arrested a suspect for the deadly shooting on March 15. However, the investigation continues.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
After Mass Shootings, AG Renews Call For Gun Control Reforms
"An AR-15 style assault weapon remains legal to purchase in Washington state. That needs to change," said Attorney General Bob Ferguson.
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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Sumner Mayor Bill Pugh Addresses Rise In Anti-Asian Hate Crimes
"It’s heartbreaking that we’re still struggling with the same demons in 2021," Pugh said.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Seattle Firefighter Arrested, Charged With Rape Of A Child
Police say the firefighter was one of the four men identified in a recent WSP operation to catch predators targeting children.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Gig Harbor Mayor Kit Kuhn Will Not Seek Re-Election
In an op-ed for the Peninsula Gateway, Kuhn announced he was not running for re-election in November. His term ends in January.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
SR 410 Police Shooting: Car Hits Officer, Officer Opens Fire
Investigators say a Bonney Lake police officer opened fire on a suspect vehicle after the car hit her. No arrests have been made.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
