City of Tacoma News Releases and Media Advisories
Jan 27, 2026
City Launches New Online Resource Hub to Support Immigrant and Refugee Community
To better support the diverse needs of residents and local businesses, the City of Tacoma has launched a dedicated Immigration Resources webpage. This new digital hub provides centralized…
Jan 22, 2026
OMWBE Certification 201 Workshop on February 12
As part of its ongoing work to address disparities for historically underutilized businesses owned by minority, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, the City of Tacoma’s Equity…
Jan 20, 2026
Tacoma Police Arrest Suspect in Series of Robberies Targeting Elderly Women
The Tacoma Police Department arrested an adult male following an extensive investigation into a series of robberies targeting elderly women. On January 16, 2025, Tacoma Police arrested the…
Jan 17, 2026
Community Event Funding Announced for 2026
Tacoma reinvests venue revenue to support free special events The City of Tacoma’s Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC) has approved $90,000 in funding to…
Jan 15, 2026
City of Tacoma Observes Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday on January 19
Administrative offices at the City of Tacoma will be closed on January 19 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. The Tacoma Recovery and Transfer Center…
Jan 15, 2026
OMWBE Intro to Certification 101 Workshop on February 4
As part of its ongoing work to address disparities for historically underutilized businesses owned by minority, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, the City of Tacoma’s Equity…
Jan 14, 2026
Applicants Sought for the Climate and Sustainability Commission
The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill seven seats on the Climate and Sustainability Commission, including the youth seat, reserved for an individual between the ages of…
Jan 14, 2026
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration on January 19
The City of Tacoma’s Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC) presents the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration on Monday, January 19, 2026, at the Greater Tacoma…