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Renton man shot in Federal Way, dies from injuries

Federal Way police responded to reports of gunshots around 3 a.m. May 16.

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Federal Way graduates allowed 4 guests each at ceremonies

Ceremonies to be held at Federal Way Memorial Stadium in June.

Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell watches as Allison Taylor holds part of the pride flag as it is raised on a flagpole outside of City Hall on Monday, June 1, 2020. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo

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Pride flag to be raised at Federal Way City Hall June 1

Flag will be flown the entire month of June in honor of Pride Month.

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Upcoming vaccination clinic open to Federal Way students 12 and older

Clinic to be held at Todd Beamer High School Friday, May 21.

A man walks past an emergency location mile marker along the BPA Trail at dusk on May 11. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Mile markers repainted along BPA Trail for emergency purposes

Markers located every 1/10th of a mile along the 3.6-mile trail.

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Auburn man charged with manslaughter in fatal shooting of 8-year-old Federal Way girl

The man, who is related to the girl’s father, faces charges of first-degree manslaughter and second-degree unlawful possession…

Kabal Gill stands in front of a shattered window of his restaurant East India Grill in Federal Way on May 14. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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‘We fear for our safety’: Several windows of local Federal Way restaurant shot, shattered

Police say damage to East India Grill windows appears to be from BB gun pellets; Gateway Center management…

Executive Director Amanda Miller outside of the South King Tool Library (1700 S. 340th St. in Federal Way). Courtesy photo

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South King Tool Library wins Green Globe award for waste reduction

In areas such as Federal Way, waste reduction becomes a conversation about equity, says tool library executive director.

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Man charged with unlawful possession of firearm after allegedly attempting to steal a motorcycle

The 24-year-old suspect was charged on May 6.

Clockwise from top left: Alisha Saucedo, Cheryl Aguilar Henriquez, Luis Carrera-Lara, Milagros Gonzalez, and Immanuel Lee. Photos courtesy of FWPS

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5 FWPS seniors named Act Six Scholars

Partner colleges to provide full-tuition, full-need scholarships over four years.

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Shoplifter threatens to pepper spray employee | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log May 5-11.

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Federal Way senior London Houston makes two USA Nationals wrestling teams

Seventeen-year-old wrestler won the High School National Recruiting Showcase at 132-pounds in March.

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MoPOP’s Sound Off! contest showcases local Federal Way talent

Kiddus Fecto, 21, is among eight performers of the museum’s 20th annual event on May 15.

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Federal Way man’s dog training business thrives during pandemic

What started as man’s best friend has turned into a thriving business opportunity for a Federal Way resident.

The mascot of Illahee Middle School, located at 36001 1st Ave. S., is under consideration due to a new law prohibiting the inappropriate use of Native American symbols and imagery. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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State law could affect mascots of three Federal Way schools

Three Federal Way schools may be affected by a recent bill approved by Gov. Jay Inslee that prohibits…

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Serial slapper returns, sexually assaults two women in Federal Way | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log April 28 to May 4.

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Federal Way approves $3 hazard pay raise for grocery store workers

The city ordinance was passed with a 5-2 council vote on May 4.

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Police search for suspect in fatal shooting of 8-year-old Federal Way girl

The girl’s father was initially arrested by police, but further investigation has revealed a new suspect.

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Federal Way man sentenced to 5 years in prison after gun, drug trafficking

The 35-year-old man sold four firearms — two of which were stolen — to undercover federal agents.

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Man stabbed multiple times at Federal Way motel

Suspect was not located, police said.