Good morning, Tacoma.

The Humane Society of Tacoma and Pierce County now cares for 500 cats after rescuing 100 from a home on Thursday, Sept.

3 and is asking for donations to help with supplies.

Nearly three weeks after Tacoma Animal Control rescued over 60 cats from an abandoned boat off Owen Beach, 101 cats were found in rough conditions at a Tacoma home, prompting a poll on increasing penalties for pet hoarders.

AAA warns that gas prices in the Northwest are reaching record highs this Labor Day with Washington now at $5.47 per gallon—dwindling summer blend supplies and potential pipeline issues are driving the surge.

State officials held a press conference on Thursday, Sept.

3 to explain how they will adapt to healthcare and Medicaid changes required by House Resolution 1 + they said additional steps are planned to meet federal requirements.

On Sept. 3, Gov. Ferguson and state health officials held a press conference and signed an order to launch an automated verification hub so residents can adjust to federal healthcare rules that require work or community service to keep coverage starting Oct.

1 and Jan. 1.