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Data shows surge in immigration arrests in WA

Federal immigration authorities arrested over 2,100 people in Washington between October and early March, according to newly released…

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WA clashes in court with prediction market platforms Kalshi and Robinhood

Washington sued the online prediction market platform Kalshi last month with claims that the company is violating state…

Two children cross the street right before being hit by the white car on Jan. 21, 2026, at the intersection of 19th Avenue SW and SW Campus Drive. Photo from SafeCity footage

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Dangerous intersections fuel push for pedestrian safety in Federal Way

The upcoming adoption of the city’s new Traffic Safety Action Plan can’t come soon enough for concerned community…

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Possible gang member with a BB gun | Federal Way blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

A demonstrator holds a sign asking “Does it have to happen to you before you’ll care?” at the Federal Way No Kings protest. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way No Kings rally represents local civic engagement trend

Federal Way joined thousands of demonstrations across the country for a No Kings rally on March 28 at…

Supporters of Washington’s new income tax on millionaires celebrate as Gov. Bob Ferguson prepares to sign it on Monday, March 30, 2026, in Olympia. (Photo by Aspen Ford/Washington State Standard)

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Gov. signs ‘millionaires tax’ with legal challenge close behind

Washington Democratic Gov. Bob Ferguson on March 30 signed historic legislation creating an income tax, saying it is…

Public commenter Nathan Orth at the Federal Way City Council meeting on March 24. Photo by Bruce Honda.

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New sales tax in Federal Way is one council vote away

At its March 24 meeting, the Federal Way City Council has voted 6 to 1 to approve the…

Processed data pulled from I-213 documents, released as part of an ongoing FOIA lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security by the Center for Human Rights at the University of Washington. This data was shared in a report published on March 11, 2026, titled “New Data on PNW Immigration Enforcement Reveal Powerful Surge in Late 2025.” (Screenshot)

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New data sheds light on ICE arrests in King County. Here’s what we know so far.

Of the 1,019 arrests by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported in King County in 2025, at…

Psilocybe mushrooms contain a psychoactive ingredient. Courtesy photo/dea.gov

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King County resolution decriminalizes psychedelic mushrooms

King County Council has “deprioritized” the personal use of psychedelic substances like psilocybin mushrooms to support mental health…

Samuel Ramirez at his arraignment on March 25. The court did not allow photography of Ramirez’s face, permitting only photos from the neck down. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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Suspect in double murder at Federal Way bar pleads not guilty

The suspect allegedly fatally shot two women and then shot another man in May 2023 and was captured…

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Fisticuffs reported | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

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Gov. signs bill addressing WA retailers’ penny problem

A new Washington state law offers a way to make change in an era without pennies.

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Federal Way to consider sales tax for public safety

Two public safety funding options may help prevent staff cuts for Federal Way’s city budget shortfall this year.

Groundbreaking of the RapidRide I Line in Renton with community members Arya Nguyen and Prem Subedi, Metro General Manager Michelle Allison, State Rep. David Hackney, Auburn Deputy Mayor Tracy Taylor-Turner, Kent Mayor Dana Ralph, Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone, King County Councilmembers Steffanie Fain and Pete von Reichbauer, King County Executive Girmay Zahilay, State Rep. Debra Entenman and Renton Councilmember Valerie O’Halloran. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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New RapidRide bus line to improve service in South King County

RapidRide I Line will begin its run in 2027, connecting South King County from Auburn to Kent to…

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WA leaders reconsider Cesar Chavez recognition

State lawmakers and the governor are rethinking how Washington marks the legacy of Cesar Chavez following stunning accusations…

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$800 of ribeye stolen | Federal Way police blotter

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Demonstrators at a protest in Federal Way carrying signs in support of immigrant communities.

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Clarifying Federal Way’s stance on immigration enforcement

Cities around South King County are responding to the federal administration’s push for aggressive immigration enforcement in a…

A bag containing 1.5 grams of dried psilocybe cubensis mushrooms. Courtesy photo/Wikipedia Commons

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King County considers decriminalizing psilocybin mushrooms

The King County Council is considering decriminalizing “entheogen-related activities” related to the use of psychoactive substances such as…

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Volunteer members of the Greater Federal Way Community Emergency Response Team (GFW CERT) set up cots at the Calvary Lutheran Church in Federal Way for emergency shelter in February 2026.

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Cold weather reinforces need for emergency shelter in FW

Former Red Lion hotel expected to be ready in June at the earliest.

The D’Andre Glapsy defense team, from left to right: Attorney Anna Samuel, investigator Emily Willard, social worker Alix Willard, D’Andre Glaspy, attorney Michael Schueler and investigator Molly Gilbert. COURTESY PHOTO/Michael Schueler

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Man acquitted in toddler’s death sues King County

Lawsuit accuses King County Sheriff’s Office of fabricating evidence and the medical examiner’s office of distorting the truth.