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Attorney calls for firing of Auburn Police officer

The attorney for the man repeatedly punched by a Auburn Police officer is requesting that the officer be fired for his “horrific and inhumane” actions. The City of Auburn’s Prosecutor’s Office announced Nov. 5 it has dismissed the charges against Mauro Alberto Felix Valles, the man involved in the case. The Reporter reached out to Seattle attorney Evan Oshan, who represents Felix Valles, to get his reaction to the dropped charges.

Auburn, WA · 2d

Tacoma News Tribune

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Just four votes separate candidates in East Pierce County state House race

A person who represents East Pierce County in the Washington state Legislature has run for re-election — and her bid for another term is on thin ice. According to the Washington Secretary of State’s website , the race for the 25th Legislative District’s second state representative has a four-vote difference. As of 2:40 p.m. on Wednesday, Republican incumbent Cyndy Jacobsen has 28,359 votes (49.97%) to Democratic challenger Jenn Marie Strickling’s 28,355 (49.97%). The 25th Legislative District stretches across Puyallup, South Hill and the Summit-Waller area. Voters first elected Jacobsen to the seat in 2020, replacing Rep. Chris Gildon (R), who went on to become the district’s state senator. She has been re-elected twice, once in 2022 and once in 2024. Before running for her seat in Olympia, Jacobsen served one term on the Puyallup City Council. According to the voter’s guide , Strickling is from Orting and served on the Pierce County Charter Review Commission after being elected in 2025. Jacobsen ran alongside fellow representative Michael Keaton (R), whose bid for a second term looks unlikely. As of Wednesday afternoon, Keaton had received 27,951 votes to Democratic challenger David Berg’s 28,851 votes — a 900-vote difference. Kyle Haugh, elections manager

Pierce County, WA · 17h

KIRO 7 Seattle

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22 year-old woman shot inside Milton home shares story of survival

A 22-year-old Pierce County woman who was shot multiple times near 15th and Alder in Milton is now out of the hospital and sharing her story of survival.

Milton, WA · 17h

Tacoma News Tribune

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Pierce County city wants a new tax on warehouses. Will more cities follow?

Warehouses are set to become a source of new tax revenue for the city of Fife under an ordinance that’s been in the works for more than a year. What’s left is figuring out the exact details of what the tax structure will look like. Following a lengthy discussion and debate among Fife council members at the regular Nov. 10 meeting, the council voted to approve an initial version of the measure on first reading, but made clear that language would be adjusted for the second, final reading, which could be as soon as two weeks. Fife, along with other Pierce County metros, has seen its share of warehouse development with its proximity to the Port of Tacoma and Interstate 5. According to Fife’s website: “Businesses operating large warehouse and logistics facilities generate significant road usage and infrastructure wear, while contributing less through retail sales tax than other business types. This tax is designed to create a closer link between infrastructure demand and funding.” The council on Tuesday appeared to be moving toward restricting the revenue to the cost of administering the tax in the first year, return funds to the transportation benefit district that came out of the fund

Pierce County, WA · 17h

gigharbornow.org

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As comfortable as a day at the beach — and stylish, too

If Gig Harbor and living by the water were a vibe, how would you wear it?. If an old beach towel from your childhood doesn’t come to mind, Kathleen van der Spek’s casually cool sweatshirts — made from repurposed vintage beach towels — may change how you think about those linens gathering dust in your closet.

Gig Harbor, WA · 1d

KOMO News

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Man who was repeatedly punched by Auburn officer files notice of claim with the city

AUBURN, Wash. — The man at the center of a now-viral video of a police officer punching him in the head has notified the City of Auburn that he may file a lawsuit against the city. On Monday, Mauro Felix Valles, 33, filed a notice of claim with the...

Auburn, WA · 7h

ncwlife.com

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Boeing retirees ‘shocked’ by 400% jump in health insurance premiums

Christopher McMahon is thinking about going back to work. The 65-year-old retired from Boeing in 2022 after over three decades in the company's Seattle-area offices. But the spiking cost of health insurance has him considering whether to get a part-time job. McMahon, who lives in Des Moines, Washington, is enrolled...

Des Moines, WA · 2d

KIRO 7 Seattle

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SR 167 Expressway to start tolling in December

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) makes it official — the State Route 167 Expressway in Fife will start asking for toll payments on Dec. 14 at 5 a.m.

Fife, WA · 1d

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Kent man gets 44-month sentence for killing smoke shop clerk

A 29-year-old Kent man received a prison sentence of three years and eight months for running over and killing a smoke shop clerk with a Jeep in September 2025 after the clerk tried to stop him from stealing a can of soda. Jahmari Jaali Simpson pleaded guilty in August to...

Kent, WA · 1d

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Wheelchair malfunction on Puyallup train tracks may have caused man’s death

One of the Good Samaritans who tried to rescue a man from a wheelchair at a Puyallup railroad crossing last month is providing new clues about why the wheelchair may have stopped. On Oct. 21, 59-year-old Richie Geiger was hit by a train and killed. Loved ones believed his wheelchair...

Puyallup, WA · 1d

First For Autos

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Diesel Truck Blasts Corvette With Thick Black Smoke During Road-Rage Incident in Viral Video

A resurfaced viral video clip featuring a merging dispute in Tacoma, Washington, has renewed scrutiny over the practice of modifying diesel trucks to blast thick black exhaust at other motorists. According to The Auto Wire, the widely shared footage shows a pickup appearing to aim its exhaust at a C4-generation Chevrolet Corvette, enveloping the sports […]

Tacoma, WA · 1d

MyNorthwest.com

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‘We’re getting worse results than ever’: McKenna backs Ferguson’s criticism of Reykdal as WA school districts prepare to sue

Three major Washington school districts are preparing to sue the state over education funding, prompting former Attorney General Rob McKenna to ask why increased spending hasn’t resolved either district budget problems or concerns about student performance. Speaking with host Charlie Harger on “Seattle’s Morning News” on KIRO Newsradio, McKenna...

Washington · 1d

MyNorthwest.com

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Microsoft reports partial recovery in Microsoft 365 outage

Microsoft reported a partial recovery from a nationwide outage affecting Microsoft 365 services, though disruptions continue. Impacted services could include Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint Online, Microsoft Copilot 365, Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Purview, and Power BI, according to Microsoft’s website. Outlook also appears to be down. Microsoft said...

Tacoma, WA · 10h

KIRO 7 Seattle

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3 WA school districts prepare to sue state over funding

Three Washington school districts are preparing to sue the state over education funding.

Tacoma, WA · 2d

southsoundmag.com

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NBrothers Bakeshop is Showcasing Traditional Filipino Sweets in Lakewood

At NBrothers Bakeshop in Lakewood Towne Center, Filipino tradition is baked into every bite. Since opening more than a year ago, the counter-service shop has become a place where folks can find familiar treats from home, and newcomers can discover them, too. Owned and operated by pastry chef Mari Austria and her husband, Norman, the bakery is named for the Austrias’ four sons, all of whom have names beginning with the letter N.

Lakewood, WA · 2d

gigharbornow.org

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Letter to the Editor | PSD and its Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying policy

I appreciated the article by Christina Henry in the October 28 Gig Harbor Now summarizing the study session presenting follow up of the PSD’s work on Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying. I attended the session and reviewed the written materials that are now available on the district’s website. I spoke...

Gig Harbor, WA · 1d

First For Autos

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Victim Spots Stolen Truck, Detains Suspect Until Deputies Arrive

A reported “armed carjacking” in Washington turned out to be a victim attempting to recover his own stolen truck after the suspect tried to have the title changed, authorities said. The Pierce County Sheriff’s Office said deputies responded at around 3:40 p.m. on Nov. 3 to a business complex in the South Hill area for […]

Pierce County, WA · 1d

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Puyallup Deputies Taser Man Attempting to Steal Semi at Farm

A security guard's late-night call sent Pierce County deputies racing to a Puyallup farm before dawn on Nov. 4, where they found a 24-year-old man sitting behind the wheel of a semi-truck with the engine running, turning the steering wheel as if trying to drive it away. He never got the rig out of the lot.

Puyallup, WA · 2d