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Tolling coming this fall to new SR 509 Expressway near Kent

Portion of new expressway off of Interstate 5 now open

Jennifer Ramirez Robson, Chief Program Officer for Northwest Center, and Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson hold the Disability Pride Proclamation at the Aug. 12 City Council meeting. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Council awards contract for ADA retrofits in city center

The Federal Way City Council shared a proclamation for Disability Pride Month at its Aug. 12 meeting, recognizing…

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Man drinking at McDonald’s | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

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King County felony juvenile diversion program is paused

This decision came after it was revealed that 53.2% of participating juveniles with low-level felonies reoffend within two…

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Federal Way Police Department to host gun buyback

Event takes place at City Hall on Aug. 16.

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Man dies in motorcycle crash on 21st Avenue

He was traveling at a high rate of speed when he swerved to avoid a collision.

A screenshot of the approximate location where the shooting occurred. Photo courtesy of Washington State Department of Transportation.

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Detectives searching for witnesses to SR 18 shooting

On Aug. 6, it was reported that a black or silver Honda fired at a silver Toyota Corolla.

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Free Discover Passes for state parks available at your local library

The Check Out Washington program allows KCLS patrons to get a pass and an adventure pack that includes…

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

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FW cooling shelter open Aug. 12

With temperatures projected up to 93 degrees, Federal Way will host a cooling shelter at the community center.

Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell shaking a new police recruit’s hand. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang/The Mirror

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How the Federal Way Police Department handles overtime

Several factors lead to officers working extra hours.

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Theft suspects jump over the counter at store | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

King County elections drop box. (File photo)

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Primary election results: Ferrell and Honda lead mayor race; Moore leads council race

Also: Pete von Reichbauer leads in his bid for re-election to King County Council.

Firearms found inside the Federal Way stash house. From court documents.

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Renton man sentenced for drug trafficking

He was supposed to turn himself in and received an additional five years when stopped with drugs.

The Apple Massage location in May 2023. File photo

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Woman running illegal Federal Way massage parlor sentenced

She now runs a coffee shop at the mall.

Rev. Katie Klosterman leads the congregation at Browns Point United Methodist and Rev. Karen Yokota-Love lives in Federal Way, but leads the Blaine Memorial Methodist Church in Seattle. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Faith leaders stand up for Federal Way immigrant community

The threat of deportation or detention further complicates the journey toward citizenship.

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Chehalis woman, 59, dies in I-5 crash near Kent-Federal Way border

Collision occurred at 12:56 a.m. July 30 southbound near South 272nd Street.

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Scammed for Morgan Wallen tickets | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

Federal Way is not currently under a tsunami watch according to NOAA. Screenshot of the live tsunami map from https://tsunami.gov/

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Tsunami watch issued in WA. What does it mean for Federal Way?

A tsunami watch has been issued for Washington, but what does that mean for Federal Way?

Federal Way City Council Position 2 candidates, left to right: Paul McDaniel, Martin Moore, Nathan Orth. Courtesy photos

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Meet the candidates for Federal Way City Council | Election 2025

For council position 2, the top two finishers in Aug. 5 primary election will advance to the November…

Federal Way police vehicle. File photo

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15 people fighting | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.