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Tacoma
Thursday, September 4th, 2025
Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Pierce County prosecutors asked Judge Schwartz to review Shawn Kemp’s sentence of 30 days home detention and 240 hours community service for a 2023 Tacoma Mall shooting—saying the punishment is too light for a violent offense—and a hearing is set for Sept. 9. FOX 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students returned to classrooms in Tacoma as large school districts, including Tacoma Public Schools, resumed in-person learning yesterday. School officials said that teachers and staff are ready to support a new academic year with updated safety measures. FOX 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Tacoma’s Public Works Department secured two grants to improve local traffic safety—one for Stewart Middle School Safe Routes to School receiving $2.04 million plus a $443,000 match, and another for the South Tacoma Way Vision Zero project funded at $1.5 million. The first project will begin construction in 2028 while early design work for the South Tacoma Way improvements is set to start in early 2026. City of Tacoma
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Governors in Washington, California and Oregon announced a new West Coast Health Alliance to give science-based public health advice amid concerns over CDC politicization—helping ensure clear guidance for residents. FOX 13
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Dave Smith Live Comedy Show
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Dave Smith and MC Jon Hodge.
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Harvest Home Celebration
11 AM - 5 PM — Fort Nisqually Living History Museum — Free entry — Experience traditional cider pressing and family crafts as fall approaches.
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Tacoma Rainiers vs. Reno Aces
1:35-3:05 p.m. — Cheney Stadium — Kids 3 & under free — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball game with family-friendly fun.
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February Winter Workshops at EOC
2-4 p.m. — The Evergreen State College Tacoma — Free entry — Engage in workshops covering GED completions, financial aid, and career assessments.
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Jay Chandrasekhar Live
7-10 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — $24-$37 — Enjoy a night of laughter with director and comedian Jay Chandrasekhar, known for his cult classic films.
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Jay Pharoah Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarity of Jay Pharoah as he delivers an unforgettable comedy performance.
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Monster Jam
1-2:30 p.m. — Tacoma Dome — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling monster truck stunts and excitement like never before.
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Monster Jam
1-2:30 p.m. — Tacoma Dome — Cost of admission varies — Experience thrilling monster truck stunts and action-packed excitement for all ages.
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Yambambo Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple — Cost info unavailable — Experience the vibrant rhythms of Yambambo's 11-piece band led by the dynamic Gabriel Cerna.
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Fortunate Youth Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Airport Tavern Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience a genre-blending performance from one of reggae rock’s rising stars.
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