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An artist's conception of the proposed sculpture to be placed in the pedestrian plaza of the incoming Federal Way Link Extension.

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Federal Way City Council unanimously opposes possible elephant structure

The proposed art piece will be on display near the incoming Sound Transit Federal Way Link Extension station.

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PAEC voting center sees nearly 800 voters on Election Day

30th Legislative District sees 79% voter turnout, as of Nov. 4.

Jay Inslee (D), left, and Loren Culp (R). File photo

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Gov. Inslee surges to big lead as he nears rare third term

Statewide office roundup: Schools chief Reykdal in close contest; Secretary of State Wyman fends off challenge.

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Sex education bill Referendum 90 is passing

It will decide whether Senate Bill 5395 will be enacted into law.

Exterior building and signage view from 9th Avenue of Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, WA.

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Voters approve $1.74 billion bond for Harborview Medical Center

King County voters are saying yes to upgrades at Harborview Medical Center.

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Democrats ahead in 30th District State Representative positions

Early results show Jamila Taylor with 59% of votes in Position 1, Jesse Johnson with 62% of votes…

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All King County charter amendments are passing

Voters are approving an appointed sheriff along with other measures.

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Incumbent Adam Smith winning 9th Congressional District seat

Smith (D) received 76% of votes; opponent Doug Basler (R) behind with 23% of votes.

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Several South King Fire personnel in quarantine after COVID-19 exposure

1 IT employee tested positive on Oct. 27; no firefighters exposed.

Leandra Craft with her husband, Chris, and their daughter. Courtesy of Tanya Lam Photography in Federal Way

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Q&A: Leandra Craft talks council, representation and vision with the Mirror

Leandra Craft is the newest member of Federal Way City Council.

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Hometown Hero: Federal Way pastor appointed to Highline College Board of Trustees

Pastor Joe Bowman’s Integrity Life Church in Federal Way has fed 4,500 people during pandemic.

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Motorcyclist in serious condition after driver fails to yield while making left turn

The accident occurred around 3:15 p.m. near 21st Avenue SW and SW Campus Drive in Federal Way.

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Two men charged with hate crime after brutal beating in Federal Way

Two suspects from Auburn have been charged with first-degree robbery and a hate crime in the severe beating…

More than 80 volunteers showed up to help clean up Federal Way on a misty Saturday, Oct. 17. Photo courtesy of the City of Federal Way

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Federal Way hires 2 litter control positions

More than 80 people attended the Oct. 17 Clean Up Federal Way! event.

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7 school security cameras spray painted | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Oct. 21-26.

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Operation Warm provides winter coats to 320 Federal Way kids

Federal Way Public Schools partnered with SKFR, Local IAFF 2024, the Aid Fund and the South King Firefighters…

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Russell Wilson, Ciara to fund charter high school in Des Moines

To open in fall 2021

The Federal Way Police Department received two fundraising awards from Special Olympics Washington on Monday, Oct. 26. Courtesy photo

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Federal Way Police Department receives 2 fundraising awards from Special Olympics Washington

Department received 2019 Circle of Honor fundraising plaque and a Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) torch…

Aaron Kunkler/staff photoAlvin Sweet is a resident of Martin Court in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood. Martin Court is a former motel which was transformed into a supportive housing complex two decades ago. New funding from King County’s Health through Housing ordinance could expand this type of program across the county.

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King County wants to buy motels for emergency, affordable housing

The concept has proven results in addressing homelessness.

Jeanne Burbidge poses with her Help, Hope, Change award. Courtesy photo

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First-ever virtual luncheon raises $85,000 for Federal Way’s Multi-Service Center

Jeanne Burbidge was awarded MSC’s second-annual Help, Hope, Change award.