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If the coronavirus makes it to Federal Way, how will the city respond?

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If the coronavirus makes it to Federal Way, how will the city respond?

The city of Federal Way Emergency Management Division is hosting an informational presentation for the community Saturday, Feb.…

El Centro de la Raza to host Federal Way open house Feb. 7

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El Centro de la Raza to host Federal Way open house Feb. 7

El Centro do la Raza’s programs target poverty reduction and self-sufficiency, at the individual, family and community level.

Woman killed in fatal Federal Way crash identified

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Woman killed in fatal Federal Way crash identified

Anita Acosta, 50, died when a semi-truck that was traveling northbound lost control and swerved into the oncoming…

6 Federal Way businesses burglarized in 2 days

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6 Federal Way businesses burglarized in 2 days

Burglars hit shoe store, alterations shop, immigration business and others.

Crime down in Federal Way for fourth year

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Crime down in Federal Way for fourth year

But some residents don’t feel safe following recent uptick in violent crime — including four fatal shootings.

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King County Council could place roads levy lift on 2020 ballot

Levy could increase taxes for a median home by about $224 a year.

March of Diapers kicks off

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March of Diapers kicks off

The annual diaper and wipe drive runs through March 31 in South King and North Pierce counties.

Highline College unveils $30.3M renovation of Health and Life Sciences building

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Highline College unveils $30.3M renovation of Health and Life Sciences building

Building 26, originally built in 1975, now houses the colleges nursing, respiratory care and physical education programs.

Snohomish man who recently moved to Federal Way arrested for child rape, molestation

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Snohomish man who recently moved to Federal Way arrested for child rape, molestation

The suspect was arrested at his place of employment in Puyallup on Jan. 30 and booked into Snohomomish…

Homeless man arrested after assaulting 2 people, 1 sustains life-threatening injuries

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Homeless man arrested after assaulting 2 people, 1 sustains life-threatening injuries

Suspect assaulted two people during separate incidents at a Federal Way apartment complex Monday night.

1 dead, 2 injured in three-vehicle crash in Federal Way

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1 dead, 2 injured in three-vehicle crash in Federal Way

The roadway in the 37300 block of Pacific Highway S. has been shut down, and will remain closed…

Investigation into fatal shooting finds man fired at Federal Way police first

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Investigation into fatal shooting finds man fired at Federal Way police first

23-year-old Malik Williams was fatally shot after he opened fire in an apartment complex parking lot, injuring two…

Update | 16 displaced in fire at Federal Way apartments

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Update | 16 displaced in fire at Federal Way apartments

Fire crews rescued a cat and one fish; Red Cross was deployed to assist with four adults and…

Recredentialed: Hundreds of WA doctors are stuck working survival jobs

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Recredentialed: Hundreds of WA doctors are stuck working survival jobs

Unable to find residency positions, many are driving Ubers, working warehouses or unemployed.

Businesses report transients loitering, littering and alarming customers

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Businesses report transients loitering, littering and alarming customers

Transients erect camps, pass out in doorway at two Federal Way businesses.

Police arrest carjacking suspect who kidnapped man at gunpoint in Federal Way, forced him to drive him around

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Police arrest carjacking suspect who kidnapped man at gunpoint in Federal Way, forced him to drive him around

The man drove the suspect to an apartment complex in Kent where the suspect participated in a drug…

FBI searching for bank robbery suspect in Federal Way

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FBI searching for bank robbery suspect in Federal Way

The suspect, who is still at large, passed a note to an Umpqua Bank teller demanding money and…

A stump left over from a previous timber cut on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, in Gold Bar, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Lawmakers back timber industry to help reduce WA’s carbon emissions

8 million acres of private forests offset 12% of state’s carbon emissions, says forestry group.

Moore running for Pos. 1 in 30th District House race

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Moore running for Pos. 1 in 30th District House race

Moore seeks election to Rep. Mike Pellicciotti’s seat as the representative runs for state treasurer.

South King Fire Capt. Jeff Bellinghausen retires after 34 years in fire service

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South King Fire Capt. Jeff Bellinghausen retires after 34 years in fire service

Bellinghausen, 57, helped to create South King Fire’s Community Affairs Office and CARES Unit; will work his final…