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From Tacoma News Tribune, HeraldNet.com and 21 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.
Tacoma News Tribune3 hours ago
Pierce County driver injures 2, including Lacey man, after crashing into trooper, on Tacoma News TribuneA JBLM resident crashed into a trooper vehicle on southbound I-5 near Des Moines, injuring two passengers who were taken to Harborview Medical Center.
HeraldNet.com3 hours ago
Week 10 prep football playoff pairings announced, on HeraldNet.comLake Stevens, Stanwood, Snohomish, Archbishop Murphy among area teams hosting postseason games.
MyNorthwest.com6 hours ago
Another State Patrol Car Hit on I-5, Renewing Calls to 'Move Over', on MyNorthwest.comOn Sunday morning, an officer was responding to a disabled, blocking vehicle on southbound I-5 near the Kent Des Moines Exit when a car slammed into his patrol car.
KXLY.com6 hours ago
Spokane-area WIAA playoff matchups are set, on KXLY.comThe WIAA state football playoff brackets are set, with several Greater Spokane League teams preparing for the opening round.
Bellingham Herald6 hours ago
Statewide high school football playoffs pairings for Week 10, on Bellingham HeraldHigh school football Week 10 playoff pairings in Washington: Postseason matchups for 4A, 3A, 2A and 1A
VarsityWA7 hours ago
Football state play-in matchups set for 4A, 3A, 2A and 1A, on VarsityWAWeek 10 pairings for the 4A, 3A, 2A and 1A classifications are set — with a trip to the 2026 WIAA playoffs on the line
HeraldNet.com7 hours ago
Jackson’s Carter Corrigan wins bi-district cross country title, on HeraldNet.comThe sophomore follows up Wesco win with District 1/2 4A crown on Saturday.
Tacoma News Tribune9 hours ago
Bonney Lake man, suspected of DUI, injured in east Pierce County crash, WSP says, on Tacoma News TribuneA 35-year-old Bonney Lake man suspected of DUI was injured after crossing the center line and rolling on state 162 east of Orting; troopers closed the road about 90 minutes.
Yakima Herald-Republic10 hours ago
Washington's ‘hidden gem’ horse rehab facility expands its reach, on Yakima Herald-RepublicAs the horse racing industry declines, Redmond's Pegasus is touting its therapies more widely, including a pool, underwater treadmill and high-oxygen chamber.
Also reported byThe Seattle Times
goSkagit10 hours ago
Saturday's Prep Roundup: Mount Vernon cross country runner wins district title, on goSkagitMount Vernon High School girls' cross country runner Mia Checketts won the Northwest 3A District title Saturday.
GeekWire11 hours ago
Week in Review: Most popular stories on GeekWire for the week of Oct. 25, 2026, on GeekWireSee the technology stories that people were reading on GeekWire for the week of Oct. 25, 2026.
MyNorthwest.com14 hours ago
‘Bellevue is the king and queen of Teslas’: Gee says high costs hold Washington back despite No. 2 EV ranking, on MyNorthwest.comNew census data shows Washington is one of the country's leaders in EV ownership. Ursula Reutin asked why the numbers still seemed so low.
Tacoma News Tribune14 hours ago
New doggie daycare with large indoor-outdoor play area coming to Tacoma, on Tacoma News TribuneA new doggie daycare in Tacoma will offer boarding and grooming, with a membership program and perks. The space also has a large indoor and outdoor play area.
Tacoma News Tribune14 hours ago
$0 transfer of city-owned land in Tacoma will support affordable housing, on Tacoma News TribuneThree surplus Tacoma Water sites will be transferred to Pierce County for affordable housing development. Some residents expressed concerns over the transfer.
Tacoma News Tribune14 hours ago
A fire closed this retro restaurant in Tacoma. Now it seems unlikely to reopen, on Tacoma News TribuneSpud’s Pizza Parlor on Pacific Ave in South Tacoma won’t reopen under recent operator after a 2025 kitchen fire. Building owners say brand could be renewed.
Bellingham Herald14 hours ago
Family says ruling on Richland Fred Meyer shooter is ‘a small win’, on Bellingham HeraldA judge ruled Aaron Kelly cannot have unescorted community outings near Western State Hospital in Lakewood, a decision the Krumbah family called a small win.
Nisqually Valley News15 hours ago
Olympia girls cross country claims district title at Westside Classic, on Nisqually Valley NewsUNIVERSITY PLACE — There’s not much you can throw at Cris Violette that he hasn’t already seen in the world of prep cross country. In his 37 years of coaching at Olympia High School, with …
Kitsap Sun19 hours ago
Washington Lottery Powerball, Cash Pop results for Oct. 31, 2026, on Kitsap SunCheck your tickets for Washington daily lottery draw games here.
HeraldNet.com20 hours ago
Arlington girls, boys each place second at districts, on HeraldNet.comThe Eagles excel across the board on Saturday to book spots at states next week.
HeraldNet.com20 hours ago
Shorewood boys, Edmonds-Woodway girls win team titles, on HeraldNet.comElijah Graves, Kellan Roberts finish 1-2 to lead Stormrays; Warriors place 4 in top 11 on Saturday.
The Spokesman-ReviewYesterday
Whitworth finishes strong to beat Pacific Lutheran, on The Spokesman-ReviewPUYALLUP, Wash. – A back-and-forth game suddenly became one-sided in the later stages.
Eli Sports NetworkYesterday
HS Football: Lincoln Dominates Way to Victory Over Timberline to End Regular Season, on Eli Sports Network(Tacoma, WA) Timberline went on the road in a non-conference game to face the Lincoln Abes in a PSL crossover battle. Lincoln came into the game 5-2 on the year and on a two-game winning streak with wins over Silas and Bellarmine. Timberline came into the game 5-2 on the year and was looking to get back into the win column after two back-to-back losses.
KING5.comYesterday
Automated license plate reader cameras destroyed in Enumclaw, on KING5.comEnumclaw law enforcement is on the lookout for two people who allegedly destroyed automated license plate reader cameras.
Also reported byKOMO
Courier-HeraldYesterday
Enumclaw ALPR cameras destroyed; police search for suspects, on Courier-HeraldThe EPD says the suspects drove a “white, short-body cargo van” and left evidence at the scene.
KXLY.comYesterday
Whitworth wins road tilt against Pacific Lutheran, 33-24, on KXLY.comPUYALLUP, Wash. - The Whitworth Pirates (4-3, 3-2) took down the Pacific Lutheran Lutes (3-5, 2-3), 33-14, to win their fourth in a row against the Puyallup squad.
Eli Sports NetworkYesterday
HS Football: Puyallup Repeats as SPSL 4A Champs with OT Victory over Graham-Kapowsin, on Eli Sports Network10/30/2026 Puyallup 34, Graham-Kapowsin 27 (OT) (Puyallup, WA) Last season, the Puyallup Vikings traveled to Art Crate Field to play the Graham-Kapowsin Eagles for the SPSL 4A football championship. Puyallup ended up blowing out Graham-Kapowsin 43-14 on a rainy night before both teams made it to the semifinals just a handful of weeks later. On […]
Eli Sports NetworkYesterday
HS Football: Emerald Ridge re-rallies to put away Bethel, on Eli Sports Network10/30/2026 Emerald Ridge 45, Bethel 28 (Puyallup, WA) Momentum was the key on Friday afternoon as the #3 seeds from the SPSL South and SPSL North got an opportunity to create momentum going into the playoffs. Both the Bethel Bison and Emerald Ridge Jaguars had already punched their tickets to the Round of 32 but […]
Eli Sports NetworkYesterday
HS Football: Federal Way Earns Victory After Tragedy, on Eli Sports NetworkFederal Way comes away with a non league win a week after a tragedy took the life of one of their teammates, Deejay Tuiasosopo.
Eli Sports NetworkYesterday
HS Football: Sumner Outpaces Olympia in SPSL 4A Crossover, on Eli Sports NetworkSumner came away with a 38-8 win. Olympia got a TD from David Ukwu in the first half. The Spartans scored 10 points in the 2nd half.
VarsityWAYesterday
Puyallup proves it is boss of 4A classification during regular season, on VarsityWATop-ranked Vikings finish off unbeaten run heading into playoffs with 31-24 overtime classic over No. 3 Graham-Kapowsin for league title
Peninsula Daily NewsYesterday
FRIDAY’S PREP FOOTBALL SCORES: Port Angeles wins Rainshadow Rumble; East Jefferson wins season finale, on Peninsula Daily NewsWashington High School Football Final Scores — October 30
KIRO 7 News SeattleYesterday
Hundreds gather at Foster High School to honor Deejay Tuiasosopo, on KIRO 7 News SeattleMembers of the Tukwila community paid tribute to Deejay Tuiasosopo during a memorial service at Foster High School.
Cascadia Daily NewsYesterday
Sehome, Meridian boys and girls capture district XC championships, on Cascadia Daily NewsBellingham boys and girls also clinched state berths as a team
The UrbanistYesterday
Seattle Stations Lead the Way on Light Rail Ridership, on The UrbanistRecent data shows Link light rail ridership is down from its June peak, but still maintaining at a high level. Eight of the 10 busiest stations are in Seattle.
Greater Seattle on the CheapYesterday
November events and entertainment, on Greater Seattle on the CheapOur November events calendar features a wide variety of entertainment in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. As always, we focus on events with a regular adult admission price of $15 or less, or virtual admission of $30. For more expensive events, we look for popular events with available ticket discounts that can help bring the price
Shoreline Area NewsYesterday
Prosser Piano & Organ closing after 71 years - selling everything, on Shoreline Area NewsAfter 71 years, Prosser Piano & Organ is closing; family retirement sale open now in Tacoma and Shoreline. The Tacoma family piano business ...
MyNorthwest.comYesterday
‘Getting sick should not financially ruin you’: Gee backs starting with primary care for everyone in WA, on MyNorthwest.comGee Scott WA’s debate over universal health care should begin with a principle people can agree on, even if they disagree about how to pay for it. “
MyNorthwest.comYesterday
Chase Sapphire Lounge coming to SEA airport under $70M project, on MyNorthwest.comNew upgrades at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) are giving Chase Bank cardholders even more reasons to arrive early for their flights.
Yakima Herald-RepublicYesterday
Yakima County jobless rate improves over past year, on Yakima Herald-RepublicThere were more employed persons and fewer people seeking work in September compared to both one year ago and the previous month, according to statistics released last week by the
Tacoma News TribuneYesterday
Have you seen these giant cameras in Pierce County? Here’s what they are, on Tacoma News TribuneGiant camera-shaped food trucks at 3322 112th St. E. in Midland, Pierce County will serve Nigerian dishes, boba, crepes, coffee and soft-serve ice cream.
In brief
The short notes of Daily Tacoma’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.
Prosser PianoProsser Piano & Organ, the family-owned Tacoma piano store founded in 1955, will close at the end of 2026 when owners Kerry and Gail Prosser retire.
Prosser Piano & Organ, the family-owned Tacoma piano store founded in 1955, will close at the end of 2026 when owners Kerry and Gail Prosser retire. A retirement sale of all remaining inventory runs Fri., Oct. 30, through Wed., Dec. 23, or sooner, at its Tacoma and Shoreline stores.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Shoreline Area News
Tattoo burglaryBurglars stole equipment and sentimental items from a downtown Tacoma tattoo studio at Court House Square, leaving an estimated $8,000 in losses from theft and property damage, KING5 reports.
Lincoln footballLincoln beat Timberline 48-6 in Tacoma on Saturday, Oct.
Lincoln beat Timberline 48-6 in Tacoma on Saturday, Oct. 31, to end its regular season. Both teams had come in at 5-2.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Eli Sports Network
Emerald RidgeEmerald Ridge beat Bethel 45-28 on Friday, Oct.
Emerald Ridge beat Bethel 45-28 on Friday, Oct. 30. Both teams had already clinched spots in the Round of 32.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Eli Sports Network
BigfootPierce County has the highest number of Sasquatch sightings in Washington, according to the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization.
Pierce County has the highest number of Sasquatch sightings in Washington, according to the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization. A Pacific Lutheran University archeology professor says there's no physical or genetic evidence Bigfoots exist.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Tacoma News Tribune
Sea-Tac loungePort of Seattle commissioners approved a 16,000-square-foot Chase Sapphire Lounge in Concourse A at Sea-Tac, MyNorthwest reports, citing the Puget Sound Business Journal.
Port of Seattle commissioners approved a 16,000-square-foot Chase Sapphire Lounge in Concourse A at Sea-Tac, MyNorthwest reports, citing the Puget Sound Business Journal. It's expected to cost around $70 million and could generate $7.9 million per year, according to a Port memo.
Around Washington · Today’s editionSource: MyNorthwest.com
Kent levyKent School District voters are deciding on a $452 million levy renewal.
Kent School District voters are deciding on a $452 million levy renewal. District leaders say rejecting it could risk jobs and services, KING5 reports.
Around Washington · Today’s editionSource: KING5.com
Primary careOn KIRO Newsradio, host Gee Scott said the universal health care debate should start with the idea that “Getting sick should not financially ruin you.” Co-host Ursula Reutin outlined a proposal from Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer that would ask lawmakers to authorize a plan pooling existing health care funds and paying providers a monthly amount rather than per service.
On KIRO Newsradio, host Gee Scott said the universal health care debate should start with the idea that “Getting sick should not financially ruin you.” Co-host Ursula Reutin outlined a proposal from Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer that would ask lawmakers to authorize a plan pooling existing health care funds and paying providers a monthly amount rather than per service.
Around Washington · Today’s editionSource: MyNorthwest.com