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Celebration Senior Living SHAG housing apartments, 1524 S. 328th St., Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror.

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Security shortcomings rattle residents at SHAG apartments

Trespassing, theft and other crimes plague Federal Way senior housing complex.

Susan Honda was honored for her contributions by Mayor Jim Ferrell at the Federal Way City Council meeting. Photo by David Solano / City of Federal Way

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Council update: Celebrating new police officers, Korean Americans

Diversity Commissioner Ron Walker presented an award to student Gabriel Cruz as the winner of an essay contest…

Youth shared their favorite quotes by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as part of the event at the Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center. this year. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror.

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Federal Way celebrates Martin Luther King Jr.

See photos from the Jan. 15 event held at the Performing Arts and Event Center.

Loren Meiser’s hand lettered sign warns any passersby that there is a wetland present in the forested land near his home. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Man stands firm in protecting Federal Way wetland from developers

‘You have no idea how much I love this place.’

Map of recent overnight lane closures on SR 516 at 30th Avenue South. These closures were from Jan. 9-11 and more like it are coming this month. Photo courtesy of Sound Transit

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Light rail construction returns after holiday break

Here are some road closures in Federal Way.

(Screenshot from Google)

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Federal Way prepares for cold weather this weekend

At least 50 Federal Way residents were affected by power outages Tuesday morning from the winds overnight.

The Federal Way Inn and Suites at 1688 S. 348th St., which was formerly the Red Lion hotel. Photo taken in February 2023. (Mirror file photo)

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Intended as shelters for homeless people, Federal Way hotels remain closed

“We have nowhere to send people.”

Federal Way City Councilmember Linda Kochmar takes her oath as Council President. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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No more deputy mayor for Federal Way

In other council news: ARPA money’s reallocation snubs human services.

CJ Rivera is a student at the University of Washington from Federal Way who was recently honored for winning the Queen Silvia award. (Photo courtesy of University of Washington)

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Nursing student from Federal Way receives international award

CJ Rivera was awarded the Queen Silvia Nursing Award for her idea for dementia care.

(File photo)

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FW police investigate Christmas Day homicide

Officers arrived at the Pavilion Apartments to find Pedro Balderas in the parking lot with gunshot wounds.

Police released this image of a suspect in connection with a hatchet attack in Town Square Park in Federal Way. (Photo provided by Federal Way Police Department)

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FWPD works with Kent Police to arrest hatchet-wielding suspect

In the process of detaining the suspect, an officer-involved shooting occurred.

File photo King County is considering ways to increase both the supply of and demand for compost to help divert organic material from the landfill.

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Tree recycling, holiday compost tips for Federal Way residents

The holiday season generates plenty of generosity and cheer, but can also bring a lot of waste in…

Police are requesting the public’s help in identifying this assault suspect in connection with a hatchet attack in Town Square Park in Federal Way. (Photo provided by Federal Way Police Department)

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FW police search for hatchet attack suspect

Incident took place at Town Square Park, 31600 Pete von Reichbauer Way S.

Representative Jamila Taylor and Senator Claire Wilson at the Legislative Agenda Breakfast. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way’s legislative agenda targets police pursuits

Public safety and transportation highlight discussion among city leaders and state legislators.

Students hold signs sharing their fear of being the next victim of a vehicle / pedestrian collision as they walk to school Dec. 18. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror Students hold signs sharing their fear of being the next victim of a vehicle / pedestrian collision as they walk to school Dec. 18. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Students want safer school crossing on Pacific Highway

Protest highlights safety issue near Federal Way High School.

Kids could sit with Santa for photos at the spontaneous stops along the Santa Parade route on Dec. 12. Photos by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Santa parades bring smiles across Federal Way

The events also collect hundreds of pounds of food for people in need.

The child was jumping on this trampoline when she fell and got cut. (Photo provided by Morgan Bray)

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Mom considers lawsuit over daughter’s injury at Federal Way school

4-year-old girl was playing on a trampoline in a classroom when she fell and cut her face on…

Local leaders help cut the ribbon at the Federal Way toxicology lab opening event. From left to right: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Sen. Claire Wilson, Deputy Mayor Susan Honda, Governor Jay Inslee, Council President Linda Kochmar, Dr. Fiona Couper, Director of the Forensic Laboratory Services Bureau, WSP Chief John Batiste and Police Chief Andy Hwang. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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State patrol opens new toxicology lab in Federal Way

Facility expected to speed up test results related to DUIs and assaults.

Carlecia Bell and Icea Pettigrew of Phenomenal She present about their organization’s work at the Hot off the Presses community open house on Nov. 21 at Poverty Bay Cafe. The next Hot off the Presses event runs 1-2:30 p.m. Dec. 19 at the cafe, 1108 South 322nd Place, Federal Way. (Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang/The Mirror)

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The Mirror invites you to attend ‘Hot off the Presses’

The next Hot off the Presses event runs 1-2:30 p.m. Dec. 19 at Poverty Bay Cafe, 1108 South…

Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror Boy Scouts present the colors at the Federal Way City Council meeting on Dec. 5.

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Council shuts down racist comments at last meeting of 2023

Also: Boy Scouts present the colors; commission appointments made.