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Change in fire chief marks ‘rebuilding period’ for South King Fire & Rescue
No timeline yet for hiring new chief, board says.
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$35K stolen from local HOA bank account | Police blotter
Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Jan. 19-25.
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King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office testifies on behalf of catalytic converter theft bill, suggests additional measures
KCPAO representative emphasized the importance of addressing the demand for the stolen car parts.
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Federal Way woman arrested in record-setting fentanyl bust in California
Driver and passenger found transporting $3M worth of pills.
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American Rescue Plan Act funding approved for broadband investments in WA schools
U.S. Sen. Patty Murray pushed for the funding, which will benefit several King County school districts.
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State offers free at-home COVID-19 tests
You can order the tests through the state’s new online portal.
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Kent Democratic Sen. Mona Das proposes 1% cut in state sales tax
Starting in 2023; Republicans voice support for Senate Bill 5932
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Federal Way police arrest suspect in fatal carjacking
35-year-old Tacoma man charged with murder in “random, brutal and senseless carjacking,” prosecutors say.
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Non-profit sponsors study on how the pandemic impacted arts and culture in Puget Sound
The study helped identify challenges faced by residents and cultural organizations in Washington
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Former South King Fire Commissioner James Fossos dies at 75
Fossos served as a fire commissioner for over 27 years.
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WA lawmakers propose making companies responsible for recycling improvements
SB 5697 would compel industries to report data, invest in infrastructure, meet standards.
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Inslee: Officials’ lies about election results should be crime
Governor wants lawmakers to pass legislation making it a gross misdemeanor.
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Federal Way, Auburn mayors speak out against multi-family housing bill
Leaders say they don’t need state intervention.
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Person assaulted on BPA Trail | Police blotter
Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Jan. 12-18.
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WSDOT names contractor for State Route 18 intersection project
Construction to begin this year.
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Federal Way man charged with murder for shooting at Kent bus stop
Father killed Nov. 26, 2021 at location where his sons were shot, injured 2 days earlier
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County auditor finds agencies fall short on emergency services
The auditor’s office recommends clarifying responsibilities and accountability for effective planning.
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Federal Way doctor settles with Department of Justice over allegations of ‘useless’ urine drug tests
The doctor allegedly billed government health programs for urine drug test that were never tested or tested too…
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Blueprint for building community: How the redevelopment of Federal Way’s downtown shapes the future
City planners to present vision for redeveloping Federal Way’s downtown corridor at Jan. 18 special meeting.