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Man charged in theft of $18,000 in items from Ulta...

Suspect accused of stealing fragrances from stores in the Seattle area, including Federal Way.

By Joshua Solorzano • January 18, 2026 6:30 am

The Skydio Dock for X10 is one example of what the Drone as First Responder (DFR) docks to be located at City Hall and the Federal Way PAEC will look like. Courtesy photo

FWPD expects new drone to enhance police services

By Keelin Everly-Lang

Jordon Marshelle Barrett was inspired to create her South King County-based non-profit The M.A.R.S.H.E.L.L.E. Project after a horseback riding retreat in Roy, Washington. Courtesy photo.

New equine nonprofit will foster healing horsepower

By Bailey Josie

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Leesa Manion. COURTESY PHOTO, Leesa Manion — Leesa Manion seeks reelection as King County Prosecuting Attorney

Defeated Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell in November 2022

By Steve Hunter • January 14, 2026 1:46 pm

U.S. District Courthouse in Seattle. COURTESY PHOTO, USDOJ — US Marshals alert public of fraudulent court order scams

Warning comes from Seattle-based Western District of Washington

By Steve Hunter • January 6, 2026 10:23 am

Courtesy Photo, Federal Way Police. — Juvenile asks for cigarettes, points a firearm | Federal Way...

From the Federal Way police log.

By Mirror Staff • January 17, 2026 7:30 am

PJ Langu in court and a photo of Tevin Kamau. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/Courtesy photo — Pacific man given 20 years for 2023 Federal Way murder

Defendant said he ingested multiple intoxicating substances and had not slept for three days before the shooting.

By Joshua Solorzano • January 16, 2026 1:30 pm

The Federal Way High School Drama Showcase was a fundraiser for the school’s drama department. Photo by Bruce Honda. — Federal Way Community Calendar | Jan. 16 edition

Join the city of Federal Way to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 17.

By Mirror Staff • January 16, 2026 7:00 am

Titans’ Jeremiah Johnson goes up for a rebound. Nathan Hyun / For the Mirror — Todd Beamer sweeps aside Federal Way in season series

The Titans sit one game behind Enumclaw for top NPSL spot.

By Nathan Hyun, For the Mirror • January 15, 2026 4:20 pm

News

Lonzell Isaiah King. Courtesy photos — Federal Way man sentenced for Auburn burglary turned shootout

The defendant received a sentence of nearly six and a half years.

By Joshua Solorzano • January 15, 2026 10:40 am

The scene of the shooting at Evergreen Court Apartments. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror — Man shot at Evergreen Court Apartments

It’s believed the suspect fled the scene in a white Ford F150.

By Joshua Solorzano • January 14, 2026 8:46 am

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Robert Whale can be reached at robert.whale@soundpublishing.com. — A couple of wishes as we start another year |...

As I’ve said before in this column, I am not much into making new year’s resolutions.

By Robert Whale • January 9, 2026 1:30 am

Robert Whale can be reached at robert.whale@soundpublishing.com. — Grateful for nurses because they keep us alive | Whale’s...

My mother was a registered nurse for nearly 50 years.

By Robert Whale • December 26, 2025 1:30 am

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With donation drop off locations all across King County it’s easy to support your neighbors this holiday season. For those unable to visit a drop box, financial contributions provide steady support for counseling, recovery, housing and community education programs. — Community generosity powers a season of giving at Valley Cities

Drop boxes and year-end gifts help sustain mental health and recovery services…

December 15, 2025 6:00 am

Valley Cities Crisis Program Manager Jessica Rosado, Recovery Place Kent Director Teri Hardy, and Federal Way Police Department Officer Sarah Montjoy. Photo courtesy of Valley Cities. — Building hope through compassionate self-harm prevention in Federal Way

Understanding how Zero Suicide framework creates safer care and stronger community support

September 29, 2025 6:00 am

Right, Kim Sanchez, owner of Comfort Keepers Federal Way. Left, Kim’s parents, and her grandfather, the inspiration for the family business. — Bringing comfort home: Personalized care for independent living

Personal experience and empathy drive Federal Way’s Comfort Keepers’ team

September 22, 2025 6:00 am

Gail Thompson, owner of Junebug’s Sauce, sets up shop at the Kent Farmer’s Market. Madison Kirkman/Comcast photo — Federal Way small business has the secret sauce for success

In 1986, a Seattle Creole restaurant called Thompson’s Point of View introduced…

September 8, 2025 6:30 am

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Sports

Cohen Vongsady works his opponent to the mat for Federal Way. Ben Ray / The Mirror — Federal Way wrestling wrangles Thomas Jefferson

The Eagles lost just one match on the mat as they win first dual of the season.

By Benjamin Ray • January 15, 2026 3:15 pm

Jay Sinclair (0) and Zamarie Tellez (2) talk to each other at the end of the game against Decatur. Ben Ray / The Mirror — Federal Way all-city football team named

Zamarie Tellez named player of the year by the Federal Way school district’s football coaches.

By Benjamin Ray • January 15, 2026 10:45 am

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Life

Sabrina Ibrahimkhail is a local women’s rights activist, writer, poet and businesswoman and the founder and executive director of Afghan Women’s Empowerment in Oregon. Here she shares poetry at Yalda Night on Dec. 20. Courtesy photo. — Local Afghan community celebrates resilience during Yalda Night

Federal Way community members shared poems and ate traditional treats of pomegranates and homemade cookies at a celebration of Persian…

By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 10, 2026 1:30 am

King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer, who represents the Federal Way area, greets “Jeopardy!” host Ken Jennings after the county council recognized the game show legend Jan. 6. Jennings is known for his 74-game win streak on the show in 2004. Courtesy photo — Federal Way Community Calendar | Jan. 9 edition

Be sure to check out the Mirror’s Hot off the Presses event Jan. 14, featuring the new members of the Federal Way City Council.

By Mirror Staff • January 9, 2026 6:00 am

Business

Owners of new Pure Strength Pilates studio celebrate opening their doors with a ribbon cutting and members of the community. Photo by Bruce Honda. — Federal Way businesses come and go in 2025

The year saw several closures amid the opening of new restaurants, grocers and more.

By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 1, 2026 7:00 am

Founder Seung Park graduated from Todd Beamer High School and chose to open Climb NORA in Federal Way to share the sport and community he loves with the city he grew up in. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror. — Gym takes climbing to new heights in Federal Way

Founder is a graduate of Todd Beamer High School.

By Keelin Everly-Lang • December 13, 2025 7:30 am

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Northwest

From left to right: Rep. Travis Couture, Sen. Chris Gildon, Sen. June Robinson, and Rep. Timm Ormsby speak during the general fund budget panel at the 2026 legislative session preview Jan. 9. Photo by Cassie Diamond — What’s on the agenda for Washington’s 2026 legislative session

With a looming $1.6 billion to $2.3 billion budget shortfall hanging over the Washington state legislature, House and Senate leaders…

By Cassie Diamond, Ayeda Masood, and Annika Hauer, WNPA Foundation • January 12, 2026 12:45 pm

King County Flood Patrol members Thomas Bannister (left) and Seth Ballhorn on their patrol route, Dec. 9, 2025. (Grace Gorenflo/Sound Publishing) — Flood Patrol is King County’s ‘eyes and ears’ in flood...

“This work is physically demanding and often unseen,” the county said.

By Grace Gorenflo • January 8, 2026 9:04 am

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