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Man charged in house party shooting
Edgar D. Sanchez, 21, also known as Sharkie, was charged Feb. 5 with second degree murder and first-degree…
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Housing justice: Tenants’ rights as renters
Even in an excellent rental market, tenants can benefit from knowing their rights. A small group of Federal…
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Sign code: Know the rules for legal placement
The city is stepping up efforts to boost public awareness of its sign code. As the weather begins…
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Federal Way teen convicted in 2008 murder during drug deal
A Federal Way teen was convicted Feb. 3 of first-degree murder and attempted murder in connection with a…
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Council may cap campaign contributions for Federal Way candidates
Beginning next year, candidates running for Federal Way political offices may face limitations on campaign contributions they are…
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Two dead in Federal Way shooting; possible murder-suicide
At 3:34 p.m. Feb. 4, Federal Way police were called to the scene of a shooting at 32820…
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AmeriCorps and Federal Way team up for Dumas Bay stair project
Visitors to Dumas Bay Centre will soon be able to once again access Puget Sound from the retreat…
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Federal Way’s homeless population count rises
A one-night count revealed Federal Way’s homeless population has grown considerably for the second consecutive year. The annual…
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Medical accelerator can strengthen Federal Way economy
Several surveyed employees in Federal Way’s health care industry report they have ideas for new and patentable medical…
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Back-seat safety for children: Putting Federal Way to the test
Mary Bridge Children’s hospital, Federal Way police and South King Fire and Rescue have launched a campaign aimed…
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Police arrest suspect in U.S. Bank robbery
A suspect in the 12:04 p.m. Jan. 28 bank robbery at 1436 S. 312th St. was arrested shortly…
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Tenants Union hosts seminar for renters
The Tenants Union will host an informational session for renters from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Feb. 6 at…
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Federal Way’s elected mayor to earn $9,400/month
Federal Way’s first elected mayor will earn less than mayors in some nearby cities, but his or her…
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Conservation effort targets Spring Valley
The city has begun negotiations to purchase 7.15 acres in Spring Valley for conservation purposes. The property, located…
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Independent group will set Federal Way mayor’s salary and benefits
The Federal Way city council will trust the citizen-ran Independent Salary Commission to set the salary and benefits…
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Haiti earthquake sparks outreach from Federal Way
Haiti’s devastating Jan. 12 earthquake hit home for two Federal Way youngsters, who are preparing to launch a…
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2010 MLK essay contest winners announced
Several Federal Way students won cash prizes for their Martin Luther King, Jr. Day essays. This year’s theme…
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Haiti earthquake relief: Federal Way’s World Vision unveils $15 million plan
Federal Way-based World Vision announced Wednesday a $15 million plan to begin rebuilding earthquake-ravished Haiti. Nearly two weeks…
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Guilty plea in 2008 slaying of Baerbel Roznowski
Chan Ok Kim, also known as Paul Kim, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder. Kim is accused of slaying…
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Styrofoam connection: City sponsors recycling effort
An environmentally friendly suggestion by a Federal Way resident helped direct 15 cubic yards worth of Styrofoam blocks…