Attorneys for Pierce County Prosecutor Mary Robnett said in a court filing last week that the actions of a private lawyer ...

As I strolled, I met bright author and artist Darren Phillips at his booth, where he offers unique driftwood sculptures and ...

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit on Friday ruled that a federal judge in Tacoma wrongly dismissed parts of a ...

Keith Swank, a former Seattle police captain, was elected sheriff of Pierce County in the 2024 election, replacing former ...

Sheriff Keith Swank discusses contract talks and the need for fair compensation for Pierce County officers to remain competitive. He also encourages new recruits to join the team.

Contract negotiations for Pierce County deputies have stalled, leaving Sheriff Swank frustrated over pay issues and recruitment challenges, highlighting struggles in staffing the local police force.

WATCH: Pierce County Sheriff Swank laments stalled contract negotiations By Carleen Johnson | The Center Square Jul 23, 2025 Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank Wants Input on Contract Talks for His ...

(The Center Square) – Six weeks after Pierce County Sheriff’s Office deputies overwhelmingly rejected a contract offer for a 10% raise over three years, there is no evidence of any progress in ...

“We’re still at an impasse and it’s going to go to arbitration, unfortunately,” Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank told The Center Square. “The executive hasn’t budged.

Sheriff Keith Swank wants to collaborate with ICE on immigration enforcement, challenging sanctuary policies and creating tension with Prosecuting Attorney Mary Robnett over potential legal fallout ...