Federal Way traffic findings for 2019

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Federal Way traffic findings for 2019

Overall vehicle accidents, including fatal ones, decrease; DUI, vehicle vs. bicyclist accidents increase.

Gov. Jay Inslee delivered his 2020 State of the State Address on Tuesday, Jan. 14. (Photo courtesy of Washington State Office of the Governor)

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Gov. Inslee delivers State of the State Address

By Leona Vaughn, WNPA News Service

Lake Tapps woman killed after road conditions cause SUV to strike tree in Federal Way

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Lake Tapps woman killed after road conditions cause SUV to strike tree in Federal Way

The woman lost control of her vehicle, which went down an embankment, struck a tree and came to…

A 50-minute film called “Spawning Grounds,” which documents the effort to save a freshwater variety of kokanee salmon from Lake Sammamish, is finally ready for its debut in North Bend on Jan. 18. (Screenshot from film)

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Spawning Grounds: Lake Sammamish kokanee documentary premieres Jan. 18

The film tracks the ‘all hands on deck’ effort to save the little red fish from extinction.

Federal Way Public Schools to host free vaccination clinic for K-12 students

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Federal Way Public Schools to host free vaccination clinic for K-12 students

The free vaccination clinic has been rescheduled for 3-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23 at Federal Way High School.

Federal Way Council member Johnson appointed as 30th District representative

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Federal Way Council member Johnson appointed as 30th District representative

Jesse Johnson fills seat vacated by former Rep. Kristine Reeves.

Condo manager reports poor family with ‘large amount of toys’ in unit

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Condo manager reports poor family with ‘large amount of toys’ in unit

When asked why the manager believed the residents had stolen these items, he said it was because of…

Snow prompts opening of overnight homeless shelter in Federal Way

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Snow prompts opening of overnight homeless shelter in Federal Way

Federal Way Day Center to open overnight shelter on Monday and Tuesday for people experiencing homelessness.

Meet the group trying to electrify America’s railroads

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Meet the group trying to electrify America’s railroads

The Backbone Campaign hopes it will reduce emissions and jump-start depressed communities.

Family, friends of paraplegic man killed in shootout with Federal Way police outraged over his death

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Family, friends of paraplegic man killed in shootout with Federal Way police outraged over his death

Family says the 23-year-old man’s death was “senseless”; accuse police of excessive force and withholding information that the…

A man works on a balcony at the Cedar Pointe Apartments, a 255 apartment complex for seniors 55+, on Jan. 6, 2020, in Arlington, Washington. (Andy Bronson/The Herald)

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Washington state has been under-producing housing units for decades

A new report said there should have been an additional 225,000 units created between 2010 and 2015.

Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo

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Homelessness, guns among 2020 legislative priorities

WA lawmakers examine issues heading into 60-day session.

First homicide victim of 2020 identified by King County medical examiners

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First homicide victim of 2020 identified by King County medical examiners

The 19-year-old was found fatally shot in a vehicle at the Silver Shadow Apartments on Jan. 6.

Male fatally stabbed at Federal Way motel marks second homicide of the new year

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Male fatally stabbed at Federal Way motel marks second homicide of the new year

Police found male bleeding from apparent stab wounds who died from his injuries.

School district slams city of Federal Way over permitting process

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School district slams city of Federal Way over permitting process

Superintendent said the district was met with “hostility” from the mayor’s office; schools delayed at least a year…

Girmay Zahilay (District 2) is the newest member of the King County Council. Courtesy photo

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New King County Council members sworn in

The King County Council was sworn in on Jan. 8, with three familiar faces and one new face.

Federal Way Council member Moore will run for 30th District House seat

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Federal Way Council member Moore will run for 30th District House seat

Martin Moore is running as an independent/Republican, seeks to take to Olympia his experience building consensus and helping…

Democrats select 3 nominees to replace Rep. Kristine Reeves

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Democrats select 3 nominees to replace Rep. Kristine Reeves

Federal Way City Council member Jesse Johnson, Jamila Taylor, Sam Rise nominated for consideration to fill 30th District…

85-year-old murder suspect pleads not guilty to shooting roommates, killing one

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85-year-old murder suspect pleads not guilty to shooting roommates, killing one

Beverly Lorraine Jenne was charged with pre-meditated murder and assault for shooting her roommates, one fatally.

WATCH: South King Fire crews battle vehicle fire in Federal Way

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WATCH: South King Fire crews battle vehicle fire in Federal Way

Fire officials confirm no injuries.