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Wednesday, May 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.

CRIME NEWS

  • ➤ A cold case investigation that started Monday morning in Tacoma is still ongoing today—police continue to probe the case for further clues.  FOX 13
  • ➤ A 25-year-old man was arrested in Gig Harbor for shooting his father and brother—lighting their house on fire.  FOX 13

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • ➤ Gov. Ferguson signed lawmakers’ two-year operating budget into law on May 20th using billions in tax increases to close a multi-billion dollar funding gap. He signed the budget almost a month after the legislative session ended—resolving a months-long process.  FOX 13
  • ➤ A Filipino father and longtime legal immigrant detained by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at Sea-Tac Airport for days may be transferred to an ICE facility (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) after his detention began on May 20; officials have not announced when a decision will be made.  FOX 13

HEALTH NEWS

  • ➤ A sixth measles case was confirmed in a King County adult who visited both Seattle-Tacoma Airport — Overlake Medical Center while infectious on May 20.  FOX 13

SPORTS NEWS

  • ➤ FOX 13 Digital Sports Reporter Curtis Crabtree joined a talk show where panelists recapped the Mariners' strong 10-game road trip, analyzed the Seahawks' schedule and win predictions, and provided an update on the Kraken head coach search—further discussion covered the Storm’s 1-1 start and a controversial flagrant foul involving Caitlin Clark.  FOX 13

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

  • Hiking for 50+ at Federation Forest

    11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. — STAR Center — $20 per person — Enjoy a guided hike in the beautiful Pacific Northwest tailored for those aged 50 and above.

    Thu, 5/22/25

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  • Hans Kim Concert in Tacoma

    9:45 PM - 1:45 AM — Tacoma Comedy Club — Last-minute tickets available — Experience a night of laughter with comedian Hans Kim in a vibrant venue.

    Fri, 5/23/25

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  • DeRay Davis Live Show

    7 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with comedian DeRay Davis as he showcases his comedic talent.

    Sun, 5/25/25

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  • Steve Hofstetter Live Comedy Show

    7 PM — Tacoma Comedy Club — GA $25 / Premium $50 / VIP $150 — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Steve Hofstetter, featuring various ticket options for a memorable experience.

    Mon, 5/26/25

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  • Tacoma Rainiers vs. Salt Lake Bees

    6 p.m. — Tacoma Rainiers Baseball Club — $7.50 general admission — Enjoy a thrilling evening of minor league baseball action with family fun at the ballpark.

    Tue, 5/27/25

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  • February Winter Workshops at EOC

    2-4 p.m. — The Evergreen State College Tacoma — Free — Participate in informative sessions on GED completions and financial aid opportunities.

    Wed, 5/28/25

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  • Amos Gill Concert in Tacoma

    7-10 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — $9.21 — Enjoy a night of humor with Amos Gill at the Tacoma Comedy Club.

    Thu, 5/29/25

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  • Music of Queen - A Rock Symphony

    7:30-9:00 p.m. — Pantages Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience Queen’s iconic hits performed by Symphony Tacoma and a full rock band.

    Fri, 5/30/25

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  • Blippi Live at Pantages Theater

    2-3:30 p.m. — Pantages Theater — $55+ — Enjoy a vibrant live show perfect for young fans of Blippi.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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  • Tacoma Refugee Choir Presents Common Threads

    2:30-6:30 p.m. — Theater on the Square — Ticketed event — Experience a cultural celebration through the voices of the Tacoma Refugee Choir.

    Sun, 6/1/25

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