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Person reports planned mutual combat | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

By Mirror Staff • February 7, 2026 1:30 am

Federal Way community members attend the first Working Families Party meeting to take place in the city although the local chapter that represents South King County in general has been active for years. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

Working Families Party meeting held in Federal Way

By Keelin Everly-Lang

The intersection at S. 336th St. and 1st Way S. was blocked off for several hours after the officer-involved shooting on Feb. 6, 2026. Photo by Ben Ray/The Mirror

Man dies in officer-involved shooting in Federal Way

By Keelin Everly-Lang

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A homeless encampment along the Green River. FILE PHOTO — State bill would prohibit local bans on encampments in Washington

Would keep cities and counties from criminalizing camping on public property.

By Jake Goldstein-Street Washington State Standard • February 6, 2026 12:53 pm

COURTESY PHOTO, Washington State Patrol — Extra DUI patrols set for Super Bowl weekend in King...

More police to be out Feb. 6-8

By Steve Hunter • February 3, 2026 2:57 pm

State Senate approves lower drunk driving limit

The bill drops it to 0.05% from 0.08%; still needs House approval

By Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard • January 29, 2026 10:15 am

David Ehl. Courtesy photo — FW Farmers Market co-founder David Ehl dies

David Ehl, a co-founder of the Federal Way Farmers Market, died Feb. 1 after an illness at age 88.

By Andy Hobbs • February 6, 2026 3:15 pm

Dave’s Hot Chicken held a ribbon cutting with Federal Way elected officials on Feb. 6. Courtesy photo/City of Federal Way — Dave’s Hot Chicken opens in Federal Way

Popular fast food chain Dave’s Hot Chicken held a grand opening Feb. 6 for its new location in Federal Way.

By Mirror Staff • February 6, 2026 1:00 pm

Donald “Slick” Watts played five seasons in Seattle in the 1970s. (Courtesy of Everett Herald) — Governor talks potential return of SuperSonics with NBA commissioner

With the NBA considering a possible expansion, Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson met Feb. 5 with the league’s commissioner to offer…

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • February 6, 2026 10:37 am

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Photos of Soo Jin Hahn. Courtesy photos. — Lawsuit alleges negligence led to death of FW girl

Man accused of killing his daughter after Child Protective Services was made aware of alleged abuse multiple times.

By Joshua Solorzano • February 5, 2026 4:40 pm

Staff of ULMS, local officials and community members and Booker family members join to cut the ribbon for the official opening of the Booker House in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror — Extended Stay America becomes Booker House

The 15th Health through Housing in location has already moved over a dozen Federal Way community members off the street.

By Keelin Everly-Lang • February 4, 2026 11:30 am

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Robert Whale can be reached at robert.whale@soundpublishing.com. — Mark Twain offers insight on latest web of lies |...

“History doesn’t repeat itself, but it often rhymes,” said American writer and humorist Mark Twain.

By Robert Whale • January 23, 2026 1:30 am

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

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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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Courtesy photo — Federal Way Mirror Female Athlete of the Week: Jalivia Jones

Jones is a captain and is one of Decatur’s top point scorers this season.

By Mirror Staff • February 6, 2026 1:30 am

Courtesy photo. — Federal Way Mirror Male Athlete of the Week: Jayden Walker

Walker is the captain of the Gators wrestling team and has a record of 30-7 this season.

February 6, 2026 1:30 am

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Life

Phenomenal She dance team - seen here at Federal Way’s MLK Celebration in January 2026 - are members of one of Phenomenal She’s programs, an organization with the mission to provide mentorship encouragement, and empowerment to young women of color by building confidence around education, social awareness and self-esteem. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror. — Federal Way Community Calendar | Feb. 6 edition

Hot off the Presses: The Federal Way Mirror invites you to join the paper from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, at Poverty Bay Café for informal conversation, coffee, beer, wine and appetizers.

By Mirror Staff • February 6, 2026 8:00 am

Volunteers teamed up with the Washington Native Plant Society and the city of Federal Way on park restoration efforts at Celebration Park and Steel Lake Annex on Jan. 18, including Amanda Miller, executive director of South King Tool Library. Photo courtesy of the city of Federal Way — Federal Way Community Calendar | Jan. 30 edition

Peking Acrobats return to North America for their landmark 35th tour, bringing their breathtaking display of Chinese circus arts back to Federal Way on Jan. 28.

By Mirror Staff • January 30, 2026 7:00 am

Business

Camp Moxy Jo’s hosted a wide variety of concerts and community events during the summer of 2025 in Federal Way. Courtesy photo. — Camp Moxy Jo’s temporarily shuts down over city codes

Throughout the summer of 2025, Camp Moxy Jo’s in Federal Way was buzzing with community-building and fun, from the free…

By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 24, 2026 7:30 am

Nominations are underway for the Best of Federal Way 2026. — Nominations open for 28th annual Best of Federal Way awards

Nominating round is open through Feb. 6, 2026.

January 22, 2026 12:36 pm

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Northwest

Gov. Bob Ferguson answers a question during a joint press conference with Attorney General Nick Brown Jan. 26. Photo by Cassie Diamond — Gov. Ferguson denounces recent actions by ICE as ‘un-American’

OLYMPIA – Gov. Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown condemned the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers…

By Cassie Diamond, WNPA Foundation • January 28, 2026 9:18 am

Dwight Dively poses with the proclamation and the MLK Medal of Distinguished Service. Photo courtesy of King County — King County honors budget director for distinguished service

The King County Council a former county employee with the MLK Medal of Distinguished Service, only the fourth county employee…

By Drew Dotson • January 27, 2026 8:40 am

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