Across Washington, WA|News|
Gas Prices Rising In WA: When To Expect Relief At The Pump
Experts warn that March could be among the most expensive months for gasoline prices nationwide.
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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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Bonney Lake Police Ask For Help With Home Depot Shoplifter
Officers are hoping the public will recognize the suspect from a shoplifting incident last Thursday.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
West Pierce Fire & Rescue Celebrates 10 Years Of Service
Firefighters with West Pierce Fire & Rescue have responded to 150,000 calls for help over the past decade.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
1 Killed, Suspect In Custody In Lake-Night Parkland Shooting
Deputies say just before midnight, a man called 911 to report that he had just shot someone.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Coronavirus In Pierce County: Week In Review
The county's case rate is improving and a number of local districts are considering bringing more kids back to class. Here's the latest.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Ban On Open Carry At Protests & Capitol Advances Through Senate
The proposal would also ban open carry in jails, courtrooms and judge's quarters, among other places.
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Across Washington, WA|News|
AG Inquiry Finds Police Struggling To Uphold I-940
The inquiry found that just five out of 18 investigations fully complied with the law.
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Across Washington, WA|News|
WA Variant Coronavirus Cases: See The Latest Numbers
The state has announced a weekly report to help residents track the spread of the new COVID-19 variants. Here's what they've found so far.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Construction To Limit Speeds On Lakewood Drive For 2 Months
Lakewood Police are warning drivers that they'll be on scene, making sure everyone is obeying the new speed limit.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Auditor To Begin Notifying Victims Of Unemployment Data Breach
The breach exposed the private info of up to 1.6 million Washingtonians who applied for unemployment last year.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Washington Supreme Court Rules Against Felony Drug Possession Law
The Justices ruled 5 - 4 to strike down a law that made unintentional drug possession a felony.
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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
WA Opens More Snow Parks To Prevent COVID Crowding
Many are trying to get out and about during the pandemic- so much so that Washington State Parks is opening five new snow areas.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
New COVID-19 Vaccine Could Help WA Make Up For Lost Time
The recent snows left vaccination plans in disarray. Now, health leaders say the new vaccine could help as they redouble their efforts.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Pierce Health Announce Tacoma Vaccine Clinic This Sunday
Like the DuPont clinic earlier this week, registration for this upcoming clinic will open at noon.
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Seattle|News|
'Anarchist Jurisdiction' No Longer: Biden Rescinds Designation
The Trump administration had threatened to cut off funding to Seattle for allowing the creation of the Capitol Hill Occupied Protest.
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Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
New Model Shows How WA Can Safely Reopen Schools
The state is pushing for more schools to resume in-person instruction. Here's how they could do it.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Shoplifting Suspect Pepper Sprays Walmart Employee: Police
Puyallup police are hoping someone will recognize a suspect who they say attacked a Walmart employee who confronted her about theft.
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Puyallup, WA|News|
Earthquake Early Warning System To Send Test Alert Thursday
Some Washingtonians will receive an alert similar to an AMBER alert when the state test a new warning system Thursday.
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Across Washington, WA|News|
WA Coronavirus Vaccine Hub: Where, Who And How To Get Immunized
Find the latest information here on who is eligible to be vaccinated in Washington and how to schedule an appointment.
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Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Peninsula District Inviting High Schoolers Back Starting March 11
6th graders are returning to the classroom later this week, and 9th graders will join them next month.
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