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Investigation reviews FWPD’s crime reporting

Shortage of records staff and an imperfect system lead to errors in how crimes are tracked and coded…

Federal Way Community Center is at 876 S. 333rd St. (File photo)

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UPDATE: Cooling center extended at FW Community Center

Hot temperatures are expected through Monday, July 8.

The carnival rides at the King County Fair are always a hit. Photo by Joshua Solorzano

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King County Fair is back, and is looking to grow

The oldest fair west of the Mississippi is open for business July 11-14 at the Enumclaw Expo Center

Newly promoted Deputy Chief Casey Jones, Commander Michael Coffey and Lieutenant Joshua McConnell enjoying the celebration of their promotions while new Corporal Blake Losvar receives his pin. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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FW City Council roundup: Six police officers promoted

Also: Fireworks ban, other updates.

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Man, 21, robbed at gunpoint in his car in Federal Way

Suspect pulled out a handgun outside Commons mall and stole the victim’s car and cellphone.

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$50,000 lost to Bitcoin scam | Federal Way Police Blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

The ghost gun and bullets found at Todd Beamer High School. Photos from the Federal Police Department Public Records

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Ghost gun found on student at Todd Beamer High School

The student was subsequently arrested and booked into juvenile detention.

The use and sale of consumer fireworks are prohibited in the unincorporated areas of King County, but several cities in the county host a professional fireworks show for the public on July 4. File photo

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Fourth of July weekend weather: Sunny skies and warm highs

In light of preventable drownings, King County officials are urging the public to be cautious at rivers, lakes…

The front of Beverage and Smoke Shop in Federal Way. Photo from Federal Way Police Department Public Records

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Video: Juveniles ram Kia into Federal Way business to steal vapes

One suspect is thought to be involved in other similar incidents.

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Man shot in leg, refuses to cooperate

Incident occurred near S. 288th St. and Pacific Hwy.

The scene on June 26 on I-5 in Federal Way. Photo courtesy of WSDOT

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Suspect arrested in I-5 stabbing in Federal Way

Victim, 19-year-old Patriot Ryan Lemay, died from a stab wound to the neck.

The City of Federal Way will host a free professional fireworks show for the public July 4 at Celebration Park. (File photo)

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All fireworks are illegal in Federal Way

A public safety announcement from the Federal Way Police Department.

The inside of Sound Transit’s light rail Operations and Maintenance Facility in South Seattle. COURTESY PHOTO

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Sound Transit facility slated for megachurch property in Federal Way

South 336th Street location will displace the Christian Faith Center as well as residents and businesses.

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Cattle prod assault | Federal Way Police Blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson is escorted out of the courtroom following the guilty verdict at his murder trial June 27, 2024. (Ken Lambert / The Seattle Times / Pool)

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Auburn police officer Jeffrey Nelson guilty of murder

Jury reached a verdict in the case of first Washington police officer to be tried under Initiative 940.

December and Keith see the home they will be living in for the next six to nine months for the first time. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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FUSION opens largest home for a family in need

On June 12, a remodeled and refurbished home became the largest in the Federal Way nonprofit organization’s fleet…

Robert Nelson III , sitting next to his lawyer in court while Judge Elizabeth J. Berns is in the background. Photo By Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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Trial begins over murder of man found in ditch

Robert Nelson III is accused of killing Uso Hale in November 2021 on the outskirts of Federal Way.

The scene on June 26 on I-5 in Federal Way. Photo courtesy of WSDOT

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One dead, three injured in violent incident on I-5 in Federal Way

State patrol says stabbing and shooting took place inside stolen BMW.

At around 1:45 p.m. June 24, South King Fire crews stopped a fire at an apartment complex in the 34000 block of 1st Circle South in Federal Way. Courtesy photo

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Dog dies in Federal Way apartment fire

One person even jumped from the second-story window of the burning unit.

Press release from Des Moines Police Department

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Person shot at Redondo boat launch

A suspect has been detained.