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Tacoma
Friday, September 5th, 2025
Good morning, Tacoma. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Melissa Chaudhry, wife of detained veteran Zahid Chaudhry, said the DHS press release—issued after he missed his U.S. citizenship appointment—read like a political hit job that attacked his service and harmed his family. She urged supporters to contact elected leaders as his 9th circuit appeal continued while he remained in ICE custody at the Northwest Ice Processing Center in Tacoma. FOX 13
- ➤ Tacoma City Council is seeking three adult members, one youth member and one alternate to join the Bicycle and Pedestrian Technical Advisory Group—tasked with planning projects for safer active transportation—and applicants must be Tacoma residents with terms of three years for adults and one year for youth, with monthly meetings held on the fourth Monday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on September 29. City of Tacoma
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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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THE BOYZ World Tour <THE BLAZE> in Tacoma
7:30-9 p.m. — Pantages Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience high-energy performances by THE BOYZ during their exciting world tour.
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Ben Brainard Comedy Show
8 PM - 12 AM — Tacoma Comedy Club — 2-item minimum per person — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Ben Brainard, known for his relatable stories and hilarious punchlines.
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Ben Brainard Live Comedy Show
10:15 p.m.–1:15 a.m. — Tacoma Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Ben Brainard's hilarious stories and observations.
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