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Swedish, Microsoft develop CERA to improve hospitals’ response to COVID-19

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Swedish, Microsoft develop CERA to improve hospitals’ response to COVID-19

The app is available for any health care provider to use.

The view from the top of the Federal Way Transit Center will change in the coming years with the addition of Sound Transit’s Federal Way Link extension. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo

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Demolition of Federal Way buildings will make room for light rail

Starting April 20, crews will raze buildings north of S. 320th St. between 23rd Ave. S. and 21st…

St. Francis Hospital employees pose for a photo, before laughing about smiling behind their masks. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo

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Lights, sirens, support: First responders host parades for frontline hospital workers

Federal Way police, South King Fire and Rescue and other agencies showed their support for St. Francis Hospital…

Vehicle theft in King County remains consistent during COVID-19 outbreak

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Vehicle theft in King County remains consistent during COVID-19 outbreak

Thieves stole 61 vehicles in 48-hour period this week

Federal Way police nab suspects in 7-Eleven shooting

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Federal Way police nab suspects in 7-Eleven shooting

An altercation at a business near Military Road South led to multiple shots fired on April 9; three…

Mayor Ferrell is on the right in red, St. Francis Hospital COO Dino Johnson in the back with striped blue and red tie, Dr. Mahoutchi in the center-front in the black suit and salmon-colored button up, pictured with their staff. Courtesy photo

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Federal Way mayor, local dentist support St. Francis Hospital staff with PPE donations

Mayor Jim Ferrell and Dr. Mo Mahoutchi donated 30 meals from Gino’s Pizza, Pasta & Co. restaurant, along…

Construction at the intersection of Totem Lake Boulevard and NE 124th St. in Kirkland, WA, on Feb. 10, 2020. File photo

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Inslee: We are not close, yet, to lifting restrictions

Governor warns lockdown may last a while, and builders offer path to freeing their industry now.

Monroe Correctional Complex (Washington State Department of Corrections)

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Inslee signs order to free hundreds of nonviolent prisoners

The state may release up to 950 inmates as officials look to prevent COVID-19 deaths behind bars.

One dead after fire at senior living apartment complex in Federal Way

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One dead after fire at senior living apartment complex in Federal Way

Fire crews responded to the Meridian Court Apartments around 2:30 a.m. April 15.

First round of coronavirus stimulus checks arrive

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First round of coronavirus stimulus checks arrive

The payments showed up in direct-deposit accounts this week. Couples get $2,400, plus $500 per kid.

COVID-19 death tolls reach double digits in some South King County cities

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COVID-19 death tolls reach double digits in some South King County cities

The average COVID-19 infected person may be likely to infect just one or fewer additional persons with COVID-19,…

Federal Way Arts Commission unveils newest “Traffic Graffic” representing Latino community

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Federal Way Arts Commission unveils newest “Traffic Graffic” representing Latino community

Thomas Jefferson High School grad Gerardo Pena designed artwork at S. 312th Street and 14th Ave. S.

KCLS to remain closed, but offers online poetry contest, Día celebration

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KCLS to remain closed, but offers online poetry contest, Día celebration

Despite library buildings being off-limits, the library system has many virtual programs planned for the spring. Image courtesy…

Up to 950 inmates may be let out early amid COVID-19 concern

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Up to 950 inmates may be let out early amid COVID-19 concern

After a protest at the Monroe prison, the state says it will take steps to thin populations immediately.

Pedestrian killed on Highway 18 in Covington

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Pedestrian killed on Highway 18 in Covington

A 55-year-old Hoquiam man died after being hit by a vehicle while standing in a lane along Highway…

A volunteer team at Overcomer Covenant Church pre-bags groceries Thursday afternoon. Courtesy photo

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Overcomer Covenant Church provides grocery relief to local families during health crisis

Local church to donate pantry items, sack lunches to Auburn Food Bank and Federal Way Day Center.

Federal Way Public Schools announces continued learning during pandemic-related cancellation

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Federal Way Public Schools announces continued learning during pandemic-related cancellation

Grading will be based on work done prior to March 13; graduation, other senior traditions still pending.

1 dead, 3 injured in shooting at Steel Lake Park

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1 dead, 3 injured in shooting at Steel Lake Park

A 17-year-old boy died at the scene, police have detained a potential suspect.

April free state park days postponed

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April free state park days postponed

A date has not been set, though two more free days are approaching in June.

King County and Public Health have turned a former Econo Lodge motel into an emergency isolation/quarantine facility on Central Avenue in Kent. File photo

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King County reports 27 coronavirus cases in homeless shelters

County has provided 60 motel vouchers so far for quarantining homeless individuals.