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Here are the best new restaurant openings in 2018 in the Tacoma area

December 27, 2018 11:00 AM

Van used to rescue animals in Puyallup stolen from shelter

Puyallup Herald

Van used to rescue animals in Puyallup stolen from shelter

December 27, 2018 02:36 PM

Tacoma’s first and only female fire boat pilot is retiring from her ‘dream job’

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Tacoma’s first and only female fire boat pilot is retiring from her ‘dream job’

December 26, 2018 04:35 PM

Social media helps police identify 2nd suspected gunman in fatal Lakewood shooting

Crime

Social media helps police identify 2nd suspected gunman in fatal Lakewood shooting

December 27, 2018 10:59 AM

A rosy legacy: Highlights from Washington Huskies’ seven Rose Bowl victories

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A rosy legacy: Highlights from Washington Huskies’ seven Rose Bowl victories

December 27, 2018 04:53 PM

Suspected package thief found unconscious in swamp after leading deputies on pursuit

Crime

Suspected package thief found unconscious in swamp after leading deputies on pursuit

December 27, 2018 10:35 AM

Pierce County residents want tractor-trailers to stop parking near their homes. New regulations are coming in 2019

Puyallup Herald

Pierce County residents want tractor-trailers to stop parking near their homes. New regulations are coming in 2019

December 24, 2018 08:00 AM

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Baby red panda twins escaped Seattle zoo enclosure when tree branch broke, zoo says

December 27, 2018 04:41 PM

Early January razor clam dig approved by Department of Fish and Wildlife

December 27, 2018 03:36 PM

Suit: Olympic Game Farm sued, accused of neglect

December 27, 2018 05:40 AM

Nationwide internet outage affects CenturyLink

December 27, 2018 04:25 PM

Deaths of police officers on duty on the rise in the US

December 27, 2018 02:43 PM

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UW’s trick plays seem normal now, says Drew Sample

December 27, 2018 03:04 PM

Russell Wilson describes what coach Pete Carroll has been for him with Seahawks

December 27, 2018 01:41 PM

2nd suspect in fatal Lakewood shooting appears for arraignment

December 27, 2018 02:48 PM

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When it’s time, these are some of your Christmas treecycling options in Pierce County

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When it’s time, these are some of your Christmas treecycling options in Pierce County

December 25, 2018 12:00 AM

Tacoma’s first and only female fire boat pilot is retiring from her ‘dream job’

December 26, 2018 04:35 PM

Sex offender registrations in Pierce County

December 26, 2018 01:30 PM

State replaces nearly half of 6.2 million chinook salmon fry killed at Gig Harbor hatchery

December 25, 2018 04:00 PM

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Big plays could make difference for Huskies against Ohio State’s defense

Sports

Big plays could make difference for Huskies against Ohio State’s defense

December 27, 2018 03:47 PM

A rosy legacy: Highlights from Washington Huskies’ seven Rose Bowl victories

December 27, 2018 04:53 PM

Former Mariners DH lands deal with Twins

December 27, 2018 02:17 PM

Seahawks have Pro Bowl punter Michael Dickson practicing drop-kicking field goals, just in case

December 27, 2018 07:19 AM

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Trump’s retreat on the environment is affecting communities across America

Business

Trump’s retreat on the environment is affecting communities across America

December 26, 2018 03:06 PM

Here’s a preview of Kaiser Permanente’s new Gig Harbor clinic opening Dec. 26

December 21, 2018 12:00 AM

Proctor adds T Town Trading Co. to its business roster

December 22, 2018 09:00 AM

Shopko in Lacey selling off inventory as it prepares to close this spring

December 24, 2018 09:57 AM

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This gun law is used rarely in Pierce County, despite huge voter support. More awareness could help

Opinion

This gun law is used rarely in Pierce County, despite huge voter support. More awareness could help

December 24, 2018 02:40 PM

Reflections on the Dave Zeeck era: News Tribune icon a ‘Texan by birth, Tacoman by choice’

December 22, 2018 04:23 PM

Brighter tomorrows are still in our power

December 26, 2018 10:54 AM

Into a world of anxiety comes an underdog’s hope

December 24, 2018 04:21 PM

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In Depth

In Depth

It’s often treated like a joke, but cloudy weather and short days can make you SAD

Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is a mild form of depression that strikes during the winter months. Symptoms can include fatigue, sleeping longer and earlier in the day, overeating, and difficulties at work and in personal relationships. Therapy can help.

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Tacoma’s first and only female fire boat pilot is retiring from her ‘dream job’

December 26, 2018 04:35 PM

Resolve to grow more house plants in 2019

December 21, 2018 01:19 PM

Look for a fight over taxes to be the dominant local business story in 2019

December 22, 2018 08:00 AM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Dec. 24, 2018

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Dec. 24, 2018

December 27, 2018 04:55 PM

Seahawks clinch playoff spot after 38-31 prime-time win over Kansas City

Seahawks clinch playoff spot after 38-31 prime-time win over Kansas City

December 23, 2018 10:40 PM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Dec. 17, 2018

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Dec. 17, 2018

December 18, 2018 02:42 PM

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Your first 2019 hike could be on Washington State Parks. 2 days in January are free

State parks are free to access for day-use visitors Jan. 1, Jan. 21, and 10 others days in 2019, according to the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission. Many parks will have organized hikes Jan. 1.

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Be ready for snow on Snoqualmie if you’re driving over the pass this weekend

outdoors

Be ready for snow on Snoqualmie if you’re driving over the pass this weekend

December 26, 2018 12:35 PM

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Creation of new app allows citizens to help clean up the waters of Puget Sound

outdoors

Creation of new app allows citizens to help clean up the waters of Puget Sound

December 22, 2018 05:28 PM

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