Brandon Thompson

4 days ago | kiro7.com | Brandon Thompson

ENUMCLAW, Wash. — Two suspects are in custody and a third is at home out-of-state after Enumclaw police feared a school shooting plot was in the making following a break-in at Enumclaw High School Saturday. Two of the suspects are students at the high school, the third is a friend or family member of theirs who lives in California, EPD Chief Tim Floyd said.

5 days ago | plantengineering.com | Brandon Thompson

Using high-performance greases and following best lubrication practices can significantly improve equipment longevity, reduce downtime and enhance overall operational efficiency. This article will explore best practices for selecting and applying the right high-performance grease to help enhance equipment’s durability and efficiency. One of the most important components in any manufacturing plant is the lubrication of its machinery and equipment.

1 week ago | kiro7.com | Brandon Thompson

FEDERAL WAY, Wash. — Angie Agostino was hard at work with her window open Thursday afternoon. Then, an unmistakable sound rang throughout her apartment complex. “I was sure it was a gun,” Agostino said. She called 911, and her fear was confirmed as police arrived to find the body of a 20-year-old man. In between her call and their arrival, several things felt off to Angie.

2 weeks ago | mynorthwest.com | Brandon Thompson |Manda Factor

Tacoma Public Schools is considering cutting hundreds of teachers and support staff in order to make up for a $30 million projected shortfall. This is the third straight year of funding issues for the district, which says insufficient state funding is covering fewer of its rising costs in transportation, maintenance, insurance, and salaries. TPS said 115 contracts for provisional certified teachers were paused for the 2025-26 school year, with 105 not renewed.

2 weeks ago | kiro7.com | Brandon Thompson

Tacoma Public Schools is considering cutting hundreds of teachers and support staff in order to make up for a $30 million projected shortfall. This is the third straight year of funding issues for the district, which says insufficient state funding is covering fewer of its rising costs in transportation, maintenance, insurance, and salaries. TPS says 115 contracts for provisional certified teachers were paused for the 2025-26 school year, with 105 not renewed.