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Serial purse snatcher targets woman at Federal Way store

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Serial purse snatcher targets woman at Federal Way store

Staff advised police the same vehicle did the same thing at stores in Seattle, Tukwila and Kent and…

19 apply for open Federal Way City Council seat

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19 apply for open Federal Way City Council seat

Council interviews will be held at a future, undetermined date and are open to the public.

The language of the original bill prohibited privately-owned detainment facilities from being contracted by local, state, or federal government entities, but a last-second amendment was adopted to substantially narrow the focus of the legislation. File photo

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Lawmakers flinch on banning for-profit detention facilities

Last minute amendment exempted ICE detainment facility.

Seattle police investigating fatal shooting of Federal Way man

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Seattle police investigating fatal shooting of Federal Way man

Someone called 911 about an illegal discharge approximately 100 yards from the victim’s Federal Way home; police are…

A proposal to make King County Metro fares free for low-income households could be approved in the coming months. File photo

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King County considers free transit for low-income residents

The program would target those at or below 80 percent of the federal poverty level.

Keith Matthews of the Enumclaw VFW Post 1949 presented his plan for the moving Vietnam Memorial during the Feb. 10 council meeting. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Replica of Vietnam Memorial making Enumclaw stop

A local vet has spent six years trying to secure this opportunity.

Suspect still at large after shooting man in leg in Federal Way

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Suspect still at large after shooting man in leg in Federal Way

Man, 45, was transported to Harborview Medical Center with a non-life threatening injury.

Man, 37, found with gunshot wound to the back in Federal Way McDonald’s parking lot

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Man, 37, found with gunshot wound to the back in Federal Way McDonald’s parking lot

The man was transported to Harborview Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries.

Federal Way student serves as page with Rep. Pellicciotti

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Federal Way student serves as page with Rep. Pellicciotti

Pages assume a wide variety of responsibilities, from presenting the flags to distributing amendments on the House floor.

Section 8 housing voucher waiting list lottery underway

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Section 8 housing voucher waiting list lottery underway

Low-income households encouraged to apply by Feb. 25; 2,500 to make list.

Valhalla third-grader leads with compassion

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Valhalla third-grader leads with compassion

Brittney Adusei seeks to play with classmates who are lonely, tries to cheer people up.

Senate passes Wilson bill to prohibit solitary confinement of youths

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Senate passes Wilson bill to prohibit solitary confinement of youths

The legislation passed by the Senate on Monday would bar juvenile holding facilities from subjecting teens to solitary…

Council member Kochmar awarded Advanced Certificate of Municipal Leadership

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Council member Kochmar awarded Advanced Certificate of Municipal Leadership

Kochmar completed more than 60 hours of training credits and demonstrated community service.

Suspicious man offers children money near elementary school

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Suspicious man offers children money near elementary school

The man was described as wearing a gray beanie, green sweater and khaki pants; police did not locate…

Senate passes Wilson bill to make childcare facilities gun-free zones

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Senate passes Wilson bill to make childcare facilities gun-free zones

Wilson said Senate Bill 5434 would help keep younger children safe from the deadly shootings that are spilling…

One resident escapes fire at Belmor Park in Federal Way

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One resident escapes fire at Belmor Park in Federal Way

The fire impacted one home and no one was injured, according to South King Fire and Rescue.

Student arrested after bringing gun to Thomas Jefferson High School

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Student arrested after bringing gun to Thomas Jefferson High School

Police believe the student discarded the handgun during or at the end of a fight with another student…

South King Fire, Valley Regional Fire CARES for the community

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South King Fire, Valley Regional Fire CARES for the community

The Community Assistance, Referrals and Education Services unit fills niche of emergency assistance to help South King County’s…

Man killed in hit-and-run along Federal Way road identified

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Man killed in hit-and-run along Federal Way road identified

The death of Patrick McNett, 67, was ruled an accident after he was struck by a vehicle along…

Woman finds home intruder hiding behind curtains

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Woman finds home intruder hiding behind curtains

Woman ran outside and called 911 on her neighbor’s phone after she found suspect hiding in her home.