Approximately 30 trees that had the potential to interfere with high-voltage power lines were cut down March 14-16 on South 324th Street near The Commons Mall at Federal Way.

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Power lines trump trees by The Commons Mall

Along South 324th Street, by The Commons Mall, stumps are the only things left of a row of…

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State index ranks most Federal Way schools as ‘fair’

A majority of schools in Federal Way were labeled “fair” by a state Board of Education index that…

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Did burglar sleep in victim’s bed? | Federal Way crime blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log: • Sleepy burglar: At 7:11 p.m. March 8 in…

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Decatur grad charged in Maryland murder

A Decatur High School graduate and star soccer player has been charged with murder in Bethesda, Md., after…

Gun advocate Jim Beal talks with South King Fire Commissioner James Fossos at last Thursday’s special meeting. The commissioners changed a policy to allow the public to carry guns on district property.

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South King Fire and Rescue changes gun policy | Public may now carry on district property

The South King Fire and Rescue board of commissioners on Thursday voted unanimously to change a policy that…

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Disability of language: English learners struggle in schools

How do you teach a teenage refugee from a war-torn country how to read, write and speak English…

This photo illustrates the gaping hole left when a storm drain grate is stolen. Grates

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Metal theft spreads to Federal Way’s manhole covers

Federal Way police are warning local businesses and citizens to be on the alert for metal theft crimes.

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Fundraiser by Terry Home benefits brain injury survivors

Terry Home Inc., a home for young adults who have survived traumatic brain injuries, plans to build another…

This trailer at Hi-Line RV Rentals on Pacific Highway South was burned early in the morning on March 11. Federal Way police are investigating this fire and one other fire that happened recently on Pacific Highway South as arson.

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Arson investigations: Similarities found in two Federal Way fires

The trailer at Hi-Line RV Rentals is so badly burned you can see right through it into the…

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Police respond to call about baby | Federal Way crime blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log: • Deceased infant: At 5:44 p.m. March 6 at…

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Fallen power line zaps 1,500 homes in Federal Way

A fallen power line at the intersection of Southwest Dash Point Road and Southwest 312th Street is to…

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Flygare seeks Park’s seat on Federal Way City Council

Roger Flygare is running for Federal Way City Council position 3. He will hold a fundraiser at 6…

Firefighters were called to reports of smoke coming from the Barriga Llena Mexican Restaurant

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Electricity sparks fire at Federal Way restaurant

An electrical fire this morning at a restaurant in Federal Way was quickly extinguished by South King Fire…

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Downtown development: Whose vision will shape vacant property in Federal Way?

With its sights set on a mix of parks, housing and retail businesses, the city is exploring options…

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Federal Way School District reviews and updates hundreds of policies

The Federal Way School District is in the process of reviewing and updating its policies over hundreds of…

Federal Way police officer Stacy Eckert and Special Olympics Washington athletes Cory Dempsey

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Federal Way officer battles breast cancer without paid leave | City denies exception to policy

Federal Way police officers will sport their poker faces March 25 in support of a fellow officer who…

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Higher education’s financial future looks grim in Washington state

Ben Doo is a junior at Thomas Jefferson High School. He’s also a college student. Doo, 16, is…

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Ugandan Orphans Choir is coming to Federal Way

The Ugandan Orphans Choir will perform at 10:30 a.m. March 20 at the Federal Way Church of the…

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Drunk guy threatens to burn down house | Federal Way crime blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log: • Drunken threats: At 11:38 p.m. March 4 in…

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30th District Republicans hold Ronald Reagan writing competition

The 30th District Republicans are holding the Ronald Reagan writing competition, which is open to students currently enrolled…