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Damon Wayans Jr. will perform at Tacoma Comedy Club (starting today at 7 p.m.) until Sunday, offering local fans a night of new comedy acts.

Special Olympics of Washington's annual Gold Gala and online auction will kick off tomorrow (Oct.

24) to raise funds for free sports training and competitions that support people with intellectual disabilities. Community members can also sign up to volunteer at athletic events in Silverdale and Lacey.

A new male orca calf was seen with the Southern Resident killer whales’ J Pod near Puget Sound on Oct.

21. Fox 13's Matthew Smith spoke with research director Michael Weiss (of whalesresearch.com), who confirmed that the sighting marks a hopeful sign for the endangered pod.

The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier will move its homeport from Naval Air Station North Island to Bremerton later this year, bringing around 3,000 crew members+families, new barracks with 300 beds, and an anticipated boost to local small businesses.

A local man with a rare joint condition is debuting his documentary at the Grand Cinema on Nov.

15, sharing his recovery from alcohol addiction — inspiring others to find hope through his journey.

Washington health officials report an unusually early flu season, with emergency room visits climbing since August + local care centers stay on alert as the season unfolds.

On Thursday, Oct. 15, residents joined the Great ShakeOut drill to practice drop, cover, and hold on in case of a quake—an annual exercise that boosts preparedness across the region.

Fuelicious Bakery owner Talla Amini began offering protein-packed sweet treats that let residents enjoy sweets and stay fit.

The local business’s snacks (a blend of taste and nutrition) give Tacoma a guilt-free option for dessert.