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Early election results: FWPS levy is passing

Early results of the Feb. 10 special election show the 2026 Federal Way Educational Programs and Operations (EP&O)…

A student holds a sign that reads “deportation disrupts education” during a student-led protest that began at Federal Way High School. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror.

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Federal Way students protest ICE in walkouts

Hundreds of students led a peaceful demonstration on Feb. 5 from Federal Way High School and another on…

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Person reports planned mutual combat | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

Federal Way community members attend the first Working Families Party meeting to take place in the city although the local chapter that represents South King County in general has been active for years. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Working Families Party meeting held in Federal Way

The Working Families Party (WFP) of South King County held their first meeting in Federal Way on Jan.…

David Ehl. Courtesy photo

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FW Farmers Market co-founder David Ehl dies

David Ehl, a co-founder of the Federal Way Farmers Market, died Feb. 1 after an illness at age…

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The intersection at S. 336th St. and 1st Way S. was blocked off for several hours after the officer-involved shooting on Feb. 6, 2026.

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Man dies in officer-involved shooting in Federal Way

A man was shot and killed by a Federal Way police officer following an attempted carjacking.

Photos of Soo Jin Hahn. Courtesy photos.

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Lawsuit alleges negligence led to death of FW girl

Man accused of killing his daughter after Child Protective Services was made aware of alleged abuse multiple times.

Staff of ULMS, local officials and community members and Booker family members join to cut the ribbon for the official opening of the Booker House in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Extended Stay America becomes Booker House

The 15th Health through Housing in location has already moved over a dozen Federal Way community members off…

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Super Bowl patrols underway as part of ‘Night of 1,000 Stars’ campaign

Emphasis patrols will be active in King County to encourage safe driving

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Two young children walking alone | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

The driver of the Kia Sportage outside of his vehicle following the crash. Photo from video by WSP

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Man sentenced for crash that injured Federal Way man

The defendant said that he was speeding over 120 mph.

Sen. Claire Wilson (D-District 30) at the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Education working session on Jan. 15. Screenshot/TVW

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Here’s how child care oversight works in WA

How does oversight of child care spending actually work in Washington state?

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Police searching for person of interest from Jan. 18 FW murder

Police identified the man as 25-year-old LaTre Stout.

The deceased, Veaceslav Suhatchi. Courtesy of GoFundMe.

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Man receives multiple charges for fatal crash in FW

The crash occurred on Pacific Highway and killed a 19-year-old.

Bill Gates has been active in the Federal Way community for decades. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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Bill Gates: Decades of community involvement

A Federal Way resident since 1974, he helped start the city, build a new library and was on…

Calvary Lutheran Church, 2415 S. 320th St., is available for shelter starting Thursday, Jan. 22, through the weekend. Courtesy photo

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New location for cold weather shelter due to FUSION fire

A cold weather shelter is available to those who need it Thursday, Jan. 22, through this weekend at…

The 33700 block of 27th Place Southwest, Federal Way, on Jan. 22. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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FW police locate person of interest after double homicide

Alleged victims are a male and a female, 68 and 69.

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Man scammed by Tinder prostitutes | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

South King Fire Chief Ryan Woodey. Courtesy photo

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South King Fire welcomes Ryan Woodey as new chief

South King Fire has a new chief with hometown roots.

Celebration Park Apartments. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror.

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Man dies in shooting at Celebration Park Apartments

Officers believe this incident occurred after a fight.