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Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell shaking a new police recruit’s hand. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang/The Mirror

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How the Federal Way Police Department handles overtime

Several factors lead to officers working extra hours.

Firearms found inside the Federal Way stash house. From court documents.

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Renton man sentenced for drug trafficking

He was supposed to turn himself in and received an additional five years when stopped with drugs.

The Apple Massage location in May 2023. File photo

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Woman running illegal Federal Way massage parlor sentenced

She now runs a coffee shop at the mall.

Kim Hensley. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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Meet Kim Hensley, one of Federal Way’s prolific volunteers

She’s also the founder of the Federal Way Korean American Parents Association.

Left to right: Tables at his sentencing, and Andre Davis. Courtesy photo

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Man given 22-year sentence for 2021 fatal shooting

The defendant allegedly shot the man because his driving threatened him.

Left to right: Photos of Altyn Grinnell Stevens from his obituary and GoFundMe post.
Left to right: Photos of Altyn Grinnell Stevens from his obituary and GoFundMe post.

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Federal Way man sentenced for crash that killed baby

The defendant received a two-and-a-half-year sentence, in the middle of the sentencing range.

Photo courtesy of the Federal Way Police Department.

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Federal Way Police Department to encrypt communications in 2026

This move will only allow first responders to listen to their communications.

Tayjuan Trevion Fletcher’s Department of Corrections mugshot. Courtesy photo

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Federal Way man sentenced to 30 years for double homicide

The court granted him an exceptional downward sentence due to his age.

Different angles of the toe found on the beach. From WSP records request.

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Owner of toe found at Dash Point State Park is located

The owner wishes to remain anonymous.

Left to right: Photos of Altyn Grinnell Stevens from his obituary and GoFundMe post.

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Federal Way man pleads guilty to crash that killed baby

A Federal Way man has pleaded guilty to vehicular homicide and vehicular assault following an October 2024 crash…

Sederberg and Vader. Courtesy photos

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Distinguished Federal Way police dog Vader retires

After seven years on the job, due to health reasons, Vader will transition to civilian life as a…

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Left to right: Green’s mugshot and Taylor on his motorcycle.

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Man sentenced for 2022 crash that killed motorcyclist in Federal Way

The crash happened at 21st Avenue SW and SW 356th Street.

The toe found on the beach. From WSP records request.

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Human toe found at Dash Point State Park

The man who found it said it was an odd thing to stumble across on Father’s Day.

King County Correctional Facility is located at 500 5th Ave., Seattle. File photo

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King County jail audit finds issues in behavioral health services

Addressing the issues could reduce the risk of reoffending.

The structure that caught fire. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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Crews extinguish fire at Federal Way storage units

Multiple departments were called in to stop the fire after an hour and a half of working on…

Glen Park Apartments, 952 SW Campus Drive in Federal Way, as seen on June 9. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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Second defendant charged in Federal Way child’s death

The first defendant, the 5-year-old girl’s father, also received amended charges.

Ami Parker. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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Meet Ami Parker: Federal Way Senior Commission member

She’s found a liking for helping seniors through her business and charity.

Federal Way Municipal Court Judge David Larson speaks at the fifth annual Substance Use Recovery Conference held June 25 at Green River College in Auburn. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/Sound Publishing

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Fifth annual Substance Use Recovery Conference: ‘Together We Can’

This year’s conference was held June 25 at Green River College in Auburn.

Liz Luaipou Vili-Kereti and her son. Photo courtesy of GoFundMe

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FW man charged in vehicular homicide after fleeing scene

The woman who died was a mother from Federal Way.

The Apple Massage location in the 28700 block of Pacific Highway South in May 2023. File photo.

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Man running illegal Federal Way massage parlor sentenced

He was sentenced to 38 months in prison, while his codefendant awaits her sentencing.