City of Tacoma News Releases and Media Advisories
Jan 17, 2025
Information Sessions on January 29 and February 6 Regarding Grant and Loan Programs Made Possible by State Funding
Following the City’s recent update regarding its ongoing efforts to foster economic growth and revitalization – and the grant and loan programs made possible by funding…
Jan 17, 2025
Hylebos Bridge Temporarily Closed to Vehicular Traffic
The Hylebos Bridge (located off East 11th Street in the Tacoma Tideflats) is temporarily closed to vehicular traffic due to mechanical issues caused by cold weather. As a precaution,…
Jan 15, 2025
Public Hearing on February 4 Regarding Potential Moratorium Extension for Certain High-Impact Uses Within South Tacoma Groundwater Protection District
On February 4, 2025, the Tacoma City Council will conduct a public hearing on the potential extension of a moratorium concerning certain high-impact uses within the South Tacoma…
Jan 15, 2025
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration & Awards Next Week
The City of Tacoma’s Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC) presents the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration on Monday, January 20, 2025. The event features the annual…
Jan 15, 2025
A Statement From City Manager Elizabeth Pauli on Intention to Retire
“After much reflection, and with profound gratitude for the experience that I have had serving you and the community, I am announcing my intention to retire from my…
Jan 14, 2025
Second Arrest Made in Homicide Investigation – 4800 Block of North 18th Street
At approximately 2:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2025, our officers responded to the 4800 block of North 18th Street on a report of shots fired and a…
Jan 14, 2025
Tacoma and Pierce County Selected as Official SeattleFWC26 Fan Zone
Tacoma and Pierce County will be an official SeattleFWC26 Fan Zone, Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards and Pierce County Executive Ryan Mello announced today. SeattleFWC26 is the local organizing…
Jan 14, 2025
City of Tacoma Secures Over $10.6 Million in Grants for Critical Infrastructure Projects
The City of Tacoma has been awarded a total of $10,627,945 in grant funding for six needed infrastructure projects across the city. These projects aim to enhance pedestrian…