Lost Dog Makes 150-Mile Journey Home Thanks To Local Shelters

Teddy Bear was lost in Wenatchee National Forest — but thanks to several Washington shelters, he's made it all the way home to Yakima.

Pierce County Government: Incident On 7/4/2021 Near The 4600 Block Of Pacific Highway East In Fife, WA

The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office has confirmed the identity and the cause and manner of death of the woman who died as the re ...

Pierce County Government: Incident On 7/4/2021 Near The 8200 Block Of South Hosmer Street In Tacoma, WA

The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office has confirmed the identity and the cause and manner of death of the man who died as the resu ...

$15 Million Set Aside For Broadband In Pierce County

Council members say the American Rescue Plan Act funding will help bring the internet to the county's most underserved areas.

Puyallup School District: PSD Students Place In Competitive Writing And Art Contest

See the latest announcement from the Puyallup School District.

Puyallup School District Offers Free Books Through Summer Program

The district is offering free books to students 8 and under who attend a free summer reading program.

Heat Wave Death Toll Rises To 13 In Pierce County: DOH

Pierce, King and Snohomish counties make up the bulk of the state's 78 heat-related deaths. Washington saw 7 heat-related deaths in 2020.

Gay Pride Proclamation Passes Pierce Council But Faces Pushback

The proclamation failed to gain support from GOP leaders, including County Executive Dammeier, who has said he will not sign it.

Puyallup School District: Free Books: Read With Us This Summer

See the latest announcement from the Puyallup School District.

Puyallup Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

The unemployment rate in Pierce County decreased recently.

Puyallup School District: Students And Staff Honor Sunrise “Superstar”

See the latest announcement from the Puyallup School District.

2021 Primary Ballots Mail Soon In Pierce County

Later this month, registered voters will receive their primary ballots in the mail ahead of Election Day on Aug. 3. Here's what to expect.

Puyallup Star Lineman Getting Closer To College Choice

Dave Iuli cut his list of potential colleges to nine on Monday and said a final choice could be made in the middle of the month.

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Dying Woman Dropped At Puyallup Hospital, Police Investigating

A shooting victim was left at Good Samaritan Hospital early Saturday, but died soon afterwards. Police hope the public may know more.

Puyallup School District: Registration For New Students

See the latest announcement from the Puyallup School District.

Fireworks Near Me: Puyallup’s 4th Of July 2021

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Pierce County.

Pierce County Government: Special Candidate Filing Period To Be Held July 12-14, 2021

A special filing period will be held July 12-14, 2021, as no candidate filings were received during the regular filing period for the fo ...

Pierce County Government: Prevail The Trail 5K Fun Run Invites All Ages And Abilities To Register

The Prevail the Trail 5K is the second race in Pierce County Parks' Run the Fun 5K series and is open to all ages and abilities. The 5K ...

Pierce County Government: June 2021 Heat Wave: Heat-Related Deaths In Pierce County

The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office has confirmed 9 recent heat-related deaths due to the unprecedented heat in the region. A sm ...

Puyallup School District: Flags Lowered To Half-Staff Until Close Of Business July 1

Governor Inslee is deeply saddened by the death of Seattle Police Officer Alexandra Brenneman Harris, 38, and directs that Washington St ...

South Hill, Fife Libraries Latest Pierce Libraries To Reopen

As of Wednesday, 10 of the Pierce County Library System's 20 libraries have reopened their doors to the public. 8 more will soon join them.

FAFSA Completions Down In WA: How Puyallup Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Puyallup area high schools.

Heatwave Damages Shaw Road Bridge

The damages have since been repaired, but the city is asking residents to keep an eye out for any other heat-related damage.

Puyallup City Hall To Reopen Next Week

Puyallup City Hall will resume in-person services Wednesday, though residents are still welcome to use their online services.

Emergency Fireworks Ban Fails To Pass Pierce County Council

The council gave a last-ditch effort to ban fireworks in unincorporated Pierce County, but the plan failed to garner the necessary votes.

Seattle Police Shoot Suspect In Puyallup During Trafficking Bust

As part of a large anti-drug trafficking operation, SPD served 19 search warrants across Puget Sound Wednesday. One ended in a shooting.

9/11 Memorial In Milton Will Remain Standing: Report

The memorial had received a complaint because it depicted a silhouette of an angel, which the complaint alleged was inappropriate.

Puyallup School District: Free Summer Meals July 6-Aug. 6

See the latest announcement from the Puyallup School District.

Pierce County Health Department Resuming In-Person Services

The state is reopening at the end of the June, and the Tacoma - Pierce County Health Department says it's ready too.

Puyallup School District Extends Free Meals To Coming School Year

Families who previously qualified for free or reduced meals will need to reapply when the 2021-22 school year begins.

Puyallup School District: Free Meals For The 2021-22 School Year

See the latest announcement from the Puyallup School District.

Here's Where To Cool Off Around Pierce County On Monday

Monday is shaping up to be another historic weather day, with temperatures forecast as high as 116 degrees. Here's how to escape the heat.

Puyallup School District: Now Hiring: Bus Drivers And Food Service Workers

See the latest announcement from the Puyallup School District.

8/9-8/13: Vacation Bible School

Register your children (ages 5-12) for The Salvation Army's Vacation Bible School

Pierce County Likely To Miss Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Puyallup area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Excessive Heat Warning Begins Friday In Puyallup

Forecasters say an incoming heat wave is poised to push temperatures up into the triple digits this weekend. Here's what to expect.

Pierce County To Open Cooling Centers For Hot Weekend

Starting Saturday, Pierce County Emergency Management will be opening local cooling centers to help residents weather the heatwave.

Independence from Hunger (Food Drive)

Grocery Outlet's annual food drive is underway

21 Guinea Pigs Rescued From Puyallup House Fire Need New Homes

Metro Animal Services is hoping to find new homes for 21 Guinea Pigs who were all recently rescued from a Puyallup house fire last week.