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Tacoma News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Tacoma News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

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  • Tacoma: Pierce County plans $110M to tackle homelessness, heatwave alerts issued | June 16

    Tacoma: Pierce County plans $110M to tackle homelessness, heatwave alerts issued | June 16
    Jun 16 2026
    Tacoma officials announce a $110 million plan to end homelessness with permanent housing and support services, while extreme heat advisories warn of 90s temperatures in western Washington. The City also launches a new Citizen app for real-time crime tracking and hosts a free FIFA World Cup 2026 watch party at the Puyallup Tribe.
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    2 mins
  • Tacoma: Five-year-old child struck by car in Tacoma | June 15

    Tacoma: Five-year-old child struck by car in Tacoma | June 15
    Jun 15 2026
    Tacoma: A five-year-old child was struck by a car in the city, prompting warnings for drivers near school zones, while a fire blocked I-5 northbound in Lakewood causing traffic delays. The City of Tacoma also promoted its Citizen app for reporting local issues, and a Stonehenge replica in Eastern Washington drew attention for summer solstice events.
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    1 min
  • Tacoma: Heat alerts for World Cup match spark safety concerns | June 14

    Tacoma: Heat alerts for World Cup match spark safety concerns | June 14
    Jun 14 2026
    Tacoma residents should stay alert as heat alerts persist into Monday’s FIFA World Cup 2026 match in Seattle, affecting outdoor events and prompting public safety warnings. The city is also focusing on emergency communication through the Citizen app and preparing Sea-Tac Airport for increased summer travel with eco-friendly initiatives.
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    1 min
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