Teen’s body found in Fife was a Todd Beamer student

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Teen’s body found in Fife was a Todd Beamer student

Cameron Wilson’s cause of death was a gunshot wound to the chest; his death was ruled a homicide.

King County Councilman Reagan Dunn sent a letter to the FBI asking for them to help investigate Allan Thomas (pictured), who is under investigation for stealing more than $400,000 of public funds and skirting election laws in an Enumclaw drainage district. Screenshot from King 5 report

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King County Council requests report on special districts in wake of fraud allegations

Small, local special districts will face more scrutiny following Enumclaw drainage district case.

Federal Way community gets up close look at South King Fire and Rescue | PHOTOS

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Federal Way community gets up close look at South King Fire and Rescue | PHOTOS

The evening included vehicle extrication, hazardous materials demonstrations.

The Marquee on Meeker Apartments, 2030 W. Meeker St. in Kent, will feature 492 apartments and 12,000 square feet of retail. The first phase of 288 apartments is expected to be completed in early 2020. Developers are targeting people in their 20s and 30s to rent their high-end, urban-style apartments. Steve Hunter/staff photo

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Housing study pokes holes in conventional wisdom

High construction and land costs will incentivize developers to build luxury units.

Federal Way scholars build personal connections and stewardship for environment

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Federal Way scholars build personal connections and stewardship for environment

Students release salmon fry into Hylebos Creek, learn about the environment during annual event.

Federal Way activates new software for public records

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Federal Way activates new software for public records

The city received a state grant of $26,455 for the implementation of the new public records software.

2 injured in Federal Way shooting

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2 injured in Federal Way shooting

Police conducted K9 search but did not locate 2 male suspects.

Former Kent postal worker sentenced for stealing electronic devices

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Former Kent postal worker sentenced for stealing electronic devices

Federal Way woman took items from packages and resold them.

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Eviction reform passed by state Legislature

Tenant protections included longer notices and more judicial discretion.

2 vie for open seat on Federal Way Public Schools Board

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2 vie for open seat on Federal Way Public Schools Board

Board to select candidate at Monday, May 13 meeting.

Unconscious woman in car arrested on felony warrant

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Unconscious woman in car arrested on felony warrant

The following is a sample of the Federal Way Police Blotter.

Guardians give ‘neighborhood grandparents’ new roof

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Guardians give ‘neighborhood grandparents’ new roof

Community nominates Federal Way couple facing hardships for Guardian Roofing’s Halo Project.

Sound Transit committee removes Lowe’s/Dick’s site from consideration for light rail maintenance facility

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Sound Transit committee removes Lowe’s/Dick’s site from consideration for light rail maintenance facility

Kent’s Midway Landfill, two Federal Way sites to be further studied

Westway Bike Day gears up to fix broken bikes for free May 12 in Federal Way

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Westway Bike Day gears up to fix broken bikes for free May 12 in Federal Way

Thepurpose of this event is to help those who are unable to pay for bicycle repair and maintenance.

Federal Way to refinance SCORE jail bond

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Federal Way to refinance SCORE jail bond

Council votes to refinance their SCORE Jail bond to officially leave the interlocal agreement in 2020.

Von Reichbauer supports removal of Lowe’s/Dick’s site from light rail facility list

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Von Reichbauer supports removal of Lowe’s/Dick’s site from light rail facility list

Sound Transit committee to consider recommendation about sites May 9

Special Mother’s Day tour, tea and treats at PowellsWood Garden

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Special Mother’s Day tour, tea and treats at PowellsWood Garden

Stroll through the beautiful scenery and stop by the garden room to enjoy some tea.

Public opinion supports light rail facility at former Midway Landfill in Kent

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Public opinion supports light rail facility at former Midway Landfill in Kent

Sound Transit report shows heavy opposition to Lowe’s/Dick’s site

Federal Way Farmers Market kicks off 16th season

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Federal Way Farmers Market kicks off 16th season

Every Saturday during the summer, the community can buy fresh produce and handmade crafts at the farmers market…

Two South King Fire and Rescue divisions file for union representation

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Two South King Fire and Rescue divisions file for union representation

SKFR fleet and facilities division certified on April 24; battalion chiefs petition still pending.