Tacoma Newsroom: Your Source for Tacoma News and Information
City Launches New Online Resource Hub to Support Immigrant and Refugee Community
Community Event Funding Announced for 2026
A Statement from the Tacoma City Council Regarding Community Safety Standards and Law Enforcement
City Council Approves 0.1% Criminal Justice Sales & Use Tax to Enhance Community Safety and Support Vital Services
Latest News
-
Department Name Email Phone Mayor and Council Maria Lee maria.lee@tacoma.gov (253) 534-5915 mobile
(253) 591-2054 deskTacoma Police Department Shelbie Boyd sboyd@tacoma.gov
TPD-PIO@tacoma.gov(253) 405-7134 mobile
(253) 591-5968 main deskTacoma Fire Department Chelsea Shepherd cshepherd@tacoma.gov (253) 948-7363 mobile Tacoma Public Library Mariesa Bus mbus@tacomalibrary.org (253) 457-1867 mobile
(253) 280-2882 deskTacoma Public Utilities Mike Halliday mhalliday@tacoma.gov (253) 753-3119 mobile
Tacoma Venues and Events Hillary Brenner hbrenner@tacomavenues.org (253) 257-5540 mobile
(253) 593-7625 deskAll Other Departments Maria Lee maria.lee@tacoma.gov (253) 534-5915 mobile
(253) 591-2054 desk
Social Feed
💙Dr. John Gaines knows what it means to give back. Born and raised in the Hilltop neighborhood, he experienced first-hand the importance of mentorship in shaping who he is today. To pay it forward, he established Push for Dreams in 2013, a local non-profit that meets youth where they're at ...to help them overcome barriers. John believes that any child can make their dreams a reality - and Push for Dreams gives them the tools to believe in themselves to do just that.
🌟John's work in #Tacoma is a shining example of the positive impact that our black-owned businesses and organizations have on our community. We honor their contributions not just during Black History Month, but throughout the year. Stay tuned for more business features throughout February! #blackhistorymonth
💙Dr. John Gaines knows what it means to give back. Born and raised in the Hilltop neighborhood, he experienced first-hand the importance of mentorship in shaping who he is today. To pay it forward, he established Push for Dreams in 2013, a local non-profit that meets youth where they're at ...to help them overcome barriers. John believes that any child can make their dreams a reality - and Push for Dreams gives them the tools to believe in themselves to do just that.
🌟John's work in Tacoma is a shining example of the positive impact that our black-owned businesses and organizations have on our community. We honor their contributions not just during Black History Month, but throughout the year. Stay tuned for more business features throughout February!
Each week, the City Manager sends a report to the Mayor and City Council to share important news and updates, and this report is available on our website for the public! Read the February 5, 2026, weekly report at https://ow.ly/3OpE50WVWlF. The report is available every Friday at ...tacoma.gov/citymanager.
💙💚From the 12 flag flying over the iconic Tacoma Dome to employees gathering to cheer, Tacoma is SHOWING UP to wish the Seattle Seahawks good luck in the Super Bowl. The 12th Man spirit runs deep here and we’re incredibly proud of their grit – a quality we value deeply here! GO HAWKS! ...Beat the Patriots! #superbowl #gohawks #12thMan
💙💚 From the 12 flag flying over @thetacomadome to employees gathering to cheer, #Tacoma is SHOWING UP to wish the @seahawks good luck in the Super Bowl. The 12th Man spirit runs deep here and we’re incredibly proud of their grit – a quality we value deeply here! GO HAWKS! Beat the ...Patriots! #superbowl #gohawks #12thMan #seahawks
Making Higher Education Attainable in Washington - Cityline - February 5, 2026
Join Mayor Anders Ibsen as he gives his first State of the City address on March 4 at 6 p.m. at the STAR Center in South Tacoma. The theme, “A City in Action”, sets the tone for a new term focused on bold decision making, regional leadership, accountability, and delivering results.
...➡️Childcare and a local food truck will be available on site, so come early and enjoy some local food while connecting with neighbors and the City!
🌟No RSVP is required to attend.🌟
EVENT DETAILS:
📆March 4, 2026
🚪Doors open at 5 PM
🕕Event begins at 6 PM
📍STAR Center - 3873 South 66th St., Tacoma, 98409
Join Mayor Anders Ibsen on 3/4 for his first State of the City address. It's at the STAR Center (3873 South 66th St.) in South #Tacoma. Doors open at 5 PM and the event begins at 6 PM. Childcare is available, and no RSVP is required to attend.
Join Mayor Anders Ibsen on March 4, 2026, for his first State of the City address. The theme, “A City in Action”, sets the tone for a new term focused on bold decision making, regional leadership, accountability, and delivering results. The event is at the STAR Center in South Tacoma. Doors ...open at 5 PM and the event begins at 6 PM. Childcare is available, and no RSVP is required to attend.