James has an extensive background in broadcast news. Previous to joining KIRO Newsradio, James served as FOX 13 Seattle's senior reporter for over a decade and also served as communications chief at the Pierce County Prosecutor's Office.
The Pierce County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Unit took down a massive drug distribution ring after a lengthy undercover operation.“It was a very long and lengthy investigation that may connect us to larger-scale seizures in the future,” PCSO Deputy Carly Cappetto said.
Deputies, working with neighboring law enforcement agencies, moved in to serve a warrant. Once inside, they found a large-scale drug distribution operation and seized more than 100 pounds of illicit drugs. “Ninety-seven pounds of methamphetamine and five pounds of heroin. The estimated street value of these drugs was over $400,000,” Cappetto explained.2 armed robbery suspects caught after chase ends in crash in TukwilaCappetto credited deputies and other law officers involved in getting these drugs off the street. She stressed that lives have been saved.This seizure represents a major victory for our community,” Cappetto said. “Removing this volume of methamphetamine and heroin from our streets means fewer opportunities for these substances to fuel addiction, crime, and tragedy in Pierce County. Every pound taken off the street has the potential to save lives.” “At the same time, this success underscores the reality we continue to face,” she continued. “Our community is battling a devastating drug crisis, with overdoses occurring far too frequently. Families across our region are experiencing the heartbreak of losing loved ones to addiction. These are parents, children, friends, and neighbors whose lives are being cut short.”Suspect arrested for allegedly shooting teen after water balloon prank in Tacoma A suspect was arrested in Tacoma for a shooting linked to a water balloon prank involving juveniles earlier this year.A significant police presence was reported at SR 599 off-ramp after two armed robbery suspects crashed on I-5 in Tukwila.A fourth suspect was arrested on Tuesday for the 2022 home invasion homicide that resulted in the death of 36-year-old Irah Sok.Seattle Police Department detectives are investigating a homicide in Capitol Hill after finding a man with mulitple puncture wounds Thursday morning.12 reasons to try Aegis Living respite care — yes, short stays are a thingChrystal Ortega's tireless dedication recently earned her the WSECU Community Champions Award and a $1,000 grant to further the mission.When Shawn Tibbitts opened Tibbitts FernHill, he was just trying to survive. The small Tacoma restaurant has since earned culinary awards and praise.Wilcox Family Farms is continuing its cherished holiday tradition of giving back by donating nearly one million eggs to food banks across the South Sound region this season.Matthew Ballantyne has transformed that early awareness into action, embodying the organization's mission:"No Kid Sleeps On The Floor In Our Town."
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