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Washington Deputy Fighting For His Life After Shooting Ambush

The condition of Sgt Nick Hausnser has improved, but Deputy Kent Mundell suffered life-threatening wounds and remains critical.

(SEATTLE) - Two deputies in Washington were ambushed today as they responded to a family disturbance call in the town of Eatonville, about 30 miles south of Tacoma.

The law enforcement officers entered a home where two brothers were reportedly fighting. After they were invited inside by one bother, the second retrieved a gun from upstairs and began firing down, striking the two deputies.

Names of Deputies Ambushed in Washington Released

"My thoughts and prayers are with our two injured Pierce County Sheriff's deputies, as well as their families and colleagues" -Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy

(EATONVILLE, Wash.) - The names of the two Pierce County Sheriff's deputies that were shot at an Eatonville-area home were just released.

Sgt. Nick Hausner, 43, a 20 year veteran of the Sheriff's Department, was transported to Madigan Army Medical Center. He is in serious condition at this time, and Deputy Kent Mundell, 44, a 9 year veteran of the Sheriff's Department, was airlifted to the trauma center at Harborview Medical Center.

Two Deputies in Critical Condition After Gunbattle That Left Suspect Dead

Domestic violence call results in two deputies shot.

(EATONVILLE, Wash.) - Pierce County, Washington officials report that two of their deputies responding to a report of an unwanted guest in a home in the Eatonville area were shot. Officials there say it happened at approximately 8:48 p.m.

Suspect Sought in Second-Degree Attempted Murder and Robbery

Miguel Torres is believed to be in the Beaverton Oregon area with significant ties to Vancouver.

(VANCOUVER, Wash.) - The Vancouver Safe Streets Task Force is seeking the public's assistance in locating a wanted person, 18-year old Miguel Andrew Torres-Izazaga, who may be using the name "Angel" Izazaga or "Stomper".

Sgt Tim Huberty with Vancouver Police says there is currently a warrant for his arrest for Attempt Murder II and Robbery for an incident that happened on December 14th in the 4200 block of E 18th Street.

Lakewood`s Final Goodbye to Four Officers Killed in the Line of Duty (SLIDESHOWS)

Mark Renninger, Ronald Owens, Tina Griswold and Greg Richards were laid to rest with the greatest tribute and highest honor.

(TACOMA, Wash.) - Services were held today in Washington for four Lakewood police officers who were ambushed and killed Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009 in the line of duty.

Events like the one held today require massive coordination as law enforcement agencies from all over the nation and even beyond, attend to show their respects for their fellow officers.

Roadside Bomb in Afghanistan Kills Vancouver, Washington Soldier

The family asks that others please pray for our brave young men and women, and their families, who risk their lives to try to keep us safe at home.

(VANCOUVER, Wash.) - "The words you never want to hear from a military officer or policeman. We heard them today."

That is how the family of Elijah Rao began their post on a blog Saturday. Elijah Rao and his family paid the nation's ultimate sacrifice in Afghanistan when a roadside bomb planted by terrorists snatched his life away this weekend.

Gas Prices Stuck in Neutral

Retail gas prices continue to hold steady with prices about the same as last week, and within a few cents of where they were a month ago.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Retail gas prices continue to hold steady with prices about the same as last week, and within a few cents of where they were a month ago, according to Oregon AAA's Marie Dodds.

She says the national average for regular unleaded dropped a penny to $2.63 and Oregon's statewide average also fell a cent to $2.75.

Suspect in Officer Slayings Killed by Seattle Police

The two-day manhunt has ended, with the gunshots of a lone officer.

(SEATTLE) - Maurice Clemmons, the man suspected of gunning down four police officers in a coffee shop Sunday was shot and killed by Seattle police early Tuesday, a sheriff’s spokesman said.

Four other people were arrested for allegedly helping him elude authorities during a massive two-day manhunt.

Washington State Patrol Issues Statement on the Deaths of Four Lakewood Police Officers

"While we have many ranks and honors that we offer for exemplary service, the most coveted honor is to simply be respected by your colleagues as 'a good troop" - State Patrol Chief John R. Batiste

(SEATTLE, Wash.) - The Washington State Patrol mourns the deaths of four City of Lakewood officers killed in what appears to be a planned ambush yesterday morning.

While we honor the lives and sacrifice of all four officers, the death of Officer Ron Owens hits especially close to home. Owens was a former state trooper, having served our agency from 1997 until he left to join the Lakewood Police Department in 2004.

Reward for Lakewood Cop Killer Now at $125 Thousand

Law enforcement still looking for suspect in Murder of four police officers.

(LAKEWOOD, Wash.) - The Pierce County, Washington Sheriff's Department is still looking for the suspect in the Lakewood police officer shooting. A warrant for four counts of first degree murder has been issued for 37-year old Maurice Clemmons.

He reportedly has a gunshot wound and is armed. Detectives say the suspect knows law enforcement is looking for him and should be considered dangerous.