City of Tacoma News Releases and Media Advisories
Mar 31, 2025
City of Tacoma Receives Grant Funding to Help Improve Air Quality in Overburdened Communities
The City of Tacoma has secured a $667,500 grant from the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Air Quality in Overburdened Communities Program. This grant is supported with funding…
Mar 31, 2025
Transgender Pride Commemorative Flag Displayed for First Time Above Tacoma Dome and Other City Facilities
Today, in recognition of the Transgender Day of Visibility, the City of Tacoma took the historic step of raising the Transgender Pride commemorative flag above the Tacoma Dome,…
Mar 26, 2025
City of Tacoma Postpones Two Information Sessions on Tacoma Streets Initiative II
Due to tonight’s forecasted inclement weather, the City of Tacoma’s Public Works Department is postponing the Tacoma Streets Initiative II information sessions scheduled for March 26 at the…
Mar 24, 2025
Pre-Chip Seal Maintenance Activities on Browns Point Boulevard to Begin March 31
To extend the life of Browns Point Boulevard, until longer-term improvements can be made, the City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division will begin essential maintenance on March 31, 2025,…
Mar 18, 2025
City of Tacoma Continues to Make Progress in Comprehensive Strategy to Address Homelessness
The City of Tacoma continues to make progress in its comprehensive strategy to address homelessness, with strong community partnerships and expanded services that are providing critical support to…
Mar 17, 2025
Maintenance Work Brings Daytime Ramp Closures on I-705 and SR-509 in Tacoma March 24 – 28
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will be performing maintenance work along northbound Interstate 705 and under the State Route 509 interchange in Tacoma, which…
Mar 14, 2025
Historic Preservation Awards Nomination Deadline is April 1
The Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission is seeking Historic Preservation Award nominations recognizing people and projects keeping Tacoma’s history alive. There are a dozen award categories: Sustainability Housing Broadening…
Mar 14, 2025
South 21st Street in Tacoma to Close Starting Around March 26 for More Work on Prairie Line Trail Phase II
South 21st Street between Jefferson and Pacific avenues will close for six to eight weeks starting around March 26 for more work on Phase II of the City…