Новости за 14.12.2017

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is proposing to use $950 million in the state’s general reserves to meet the final demands of a state Supreme Court order to fully fund public … Click to Continue »

Occasionally, restaurant openings go smoothly. Staffers show up, diners are happy, kitchen equipment cooperates. The other 99 percent of restaurant openings aren’t as fun. Just ask Tuan Nguyen. He opened … Click to Continue »

BOYS BASKETBALL Top Performer: Jeremy Spencer, North Thurston Scored 33 points in 71-58 win over Central Kitsap CLASS 3A North Thurston 71, Central Kitsap 58: The Rams came out victorious … Click to Continue »

Brian Hall’s venture into self employment started with a violent collision. About seven years ago, Hall was tearing down a dirt service road in rural Nevada on a motorcycle as … Click to Continue »

Auburn police are hoping the public can help identify two men wanted for a home invasion robbery. The break-in took place Dec. 7 when the men forced their way into … Click to Continue »

A 57-year-old Federal Way woman died Wednesday when she lost control of her car after striking debris on state Route 18, according to a Washington State Patrol report. The woman … Click to Continue »

The Mariners selected first baseman Mike Ford of the New York Yankees organization in Thursday’s Rule 5 Draft, concluding the MLB winter meetings. This is the second first baseman the … Click to Continue »

The dog bit two children before it was taken away. Now, seven months after the second attack, Pierce County prosecutors have charged the dog’s owner with owning a dog that … Click to Continue »

Tacoma’s Citizens Forum doesn’t look to be changing much after all. At least, not right away. The Tacoma City Council decided Tuesday to back away from a proposal by Councilwoman … Click to Continue »

Through Dec. 17 “A Christmas Carol” An adaptation of the story of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey. Various times through Dec. 17. Lakewood Playhouse, 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd. SW, Lakewood. $20-$26. … Click to Continue »

As long as people opt to stay put or remodel, rather than move, it’s going to remain hard to find that bargain home in Tacoma. Low inventory prospects may not … Click to Continue »

Jaireme Barrow got tired of people stealing his packages, so he came up with a loud, outside-the-box solution. Well, not quite. It’s more of an inside-the-box solution. The Tacoma native’s … Click to Continue »

A Kentucky lawmaker who on Tuesday denied accusations that he molested a 17-year-old girl in 2012 died Wednesday night of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to the Bullitt County … Click to Continue »

Many thousands of Palestinians have gathered in Gaza City to mark the 30th anniversary of the founding of Hamas, the Islamic militant group that dominates the territory. Buses brought in … Click to Continue »

A privacy watchdog says Kenya's opposition leader was targeted by a virulent online campaign created by a Texas-based company during the recent election turmoil. Privacy International says Harris Media allegedly … Click to Continue »

The Latest on the Russian president's annual news conference (all times local): 2:15 p.m. Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned the U.S. not to use force against North Korea, adding … Click to Continue »

Australia's financial crime intelligence agency on Thursday widened its allegations against the country's largest bank, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, of failing to comply with measures to prevent money laundering … Click to Continue »

Thousands of European travelers could be left stranded by the bankruptcy of Austrian budget carrier Niki. The airline ceased flight operations Thursday. Hopes for a swift rescue of Niki, a … Click to Continue »

Erik Stevenson gave Wichita State University coach Gregg Marshall a good idea of what he’s getting next year Wednesday night in Lacey. The three-star shooting guard from Timberline High School, … Click to Continue »

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres says unified efforts to fully implement sanctions on North Korea are key to resolve the country's growing missile and nuclear threat. Guterres, who met with … Click to Continue »

The Latest on Republican Roy Moore refusing to concede defeat in Alabama U.S. Senate race (all times local): 11:45 p.m. Alabama Republican Roy Moore says he is waiting for the … Click to Continue »

RENTON This time last year Michael Wilhoite was a part-time starter in a completely different scheme for a completely opposite franchise, the two-win San Francisco 49ers. This time last month, … Click to Continue »

Remember Jared Goff? Remember the frazzled Rams quarterback who’d been looking like a bust after he was selected as No. 1 overall choice of the 2016 draft? Remember that guy? … Click to Continue »

Homeless residents vacate "The Jungle" encampment underneath I-705 in downtown Tacoma on April 18, 2017. The Tacoma City Council on Tuesday, Dec. 12, extended its ban on public camping and agreed to spend $1.9 million more for a tent city in response to the city’s declared homelessness crisis. … Click to Continue »

Brothers Ben and Ted Fuller have been performing together in their band China Davis for 20 years. On Friday they’ll celebrate that milestone with an anniversary show at The Swiss … Click to Continue »