A student holds a sign that reads “deportation disrupts education” during a student-led protest that began at Federal Way High School. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror.

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Federal Way students protest ICE in walkouts

Hundreds of students led a peaceful demonstration on Feb. 5 from Federal Way High School and another on…

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

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Working Families Party meeting held in Federal Way

The Working Families Party (WFP) of South King County held their first meeting in Federal Way on Jan.…

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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.

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Man dies in officer-involved shooting in Federal Way

A man was shot and killed by a Federal Way police officer following an attempted carjacking.

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

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Extended Stay America becomes Booker House

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

Hussein Ugas is the Executive Director and Co-Founder at Rahma Recovery Center in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Hometown Hero: Local recovery center battles addiction through culture

Hussein Ugas helped open the state’s first accredited sober living home for East Africans and Muslim men in…

Sen. Claire Wilson (D-District 30) at the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Education working session on Jan. 15. Screenshot/TVW

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Here’s how child care oversight works in WA

How does oversight of child care spending actually work in Washington state?

Camp Moxy Jo’s hosted a wide variety of concerts and community events during the summer of 2025 in Federal Way. Courtesy photo.

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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…

Calvary Lutheran Church, 2415 S. 320th St., is available for shelter starting Thursday, Jan. 22, through the weekend. Courtesy photo

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New location for cold weather shelter due to FUSION fire

A cold weather shelter is available to those who need it Thursday, Jan. 22, through this weekend at…

Federal Way community members and performers mingle onstage after the MLK Day Event in Federal Way, admiring each other’s colorful costumes and regalia. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way dreams of a bright future at annual MLK event

Federal Way’s community flame is lit once again after the annual ceremony unique to the city’s event celebrating…

South King Fire Chief Ryan Woodey. Courtesy photo

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South King Fire welcomes Ryan Woodey as new chief

South King Fire has a new chief with hometown roots.

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

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FWPD expects new drone to enhance police services

The Federal Way City Council voted unanimously to approve the implementation of a Drone as First Responder (DFR)…

FWPS Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer shares the annual update on the school district at the Greater Federal Way Chamber of Commerce luncheon Jan. 7. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Superintendent highlights FWPS achievements and levy in annual update

Dr. Pfeiffer lauds early education programs, increased attendance, cellphone policy and more.

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.

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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…

Martin Moore is sworn in as a new member of the Federal Way City Council on Jan. 6 by State Rep. Kristine Reeves (D-District 30). Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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FW City Council swears in three new members

The first Federal Way City Council meeting of 2026 saw a packed crowd, although it dwindled to only…

The city of Federal Way celebrated the opening of three new home-based child care businesses including Mundo de Jugetes, with owner Nidia Hernandez shown here at the ribbon cutting on Dec. 30, 2025. The entrepreneurs were invested in by local program Imagine U and the City of Federal Way. Courtesy photo.

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Viral video sparks harassment at child care businesses in Federal Way

A viral video about fraud related to child care subsidies in Minnesota has sparked the harassment of day…

Federal Way High School’s Fall 2025 performance of “The Diary of Anne Frank.” Courtesy photo.

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Showcase series supports theater arts for FW students

There are five chances this month to enjoy the next generation of performance art talent from Federal Way…

Owners of new Pure Strength Pilates studio celebrate opening their doors with a ribbon cutting and members of the community. Photo by Bruce Honda.

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Federal Way businesses come and go in 2025

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

Colin Hirsch is the owner of the We Rock the Spectrum gym in Federal Way that focuses on creating a fun and inclusive environment, especially for those with cognitive and developmental disabilities. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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FW gym becomes lifeline for people with special needs

We Rock the Spectrum owner Colin Hirsch is the Mirror’s Hometown Hero for December 2025.

Bloodworks does mobile donation drives to help community members donate more conveniently, like this event at St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way on Dec. 18. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / Sound Publishing

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Floods lead to shortage in local blood bank supply

For those looking to help in the aftermath of the floods in South King County and beyond, donating…

Santa and Mrs. Claus bring some magic to the staff and families at St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Couple gives back through spreading cheer at St. Francis

St. Francis Hospital’s cafeteria was filled with Christmas cheer on Dec. 17 as staff and their families waited…