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King County approves roads, bridges funding

The capital projects funding is significantly less than previous years.

Homeless vet evicted after alleged wrongful arrest finds solace at veterans house in Federal Way

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Homeless vet evicted after alleged wrongful arrest finds solace at veterans house in Federal Way

Multi-Service Center’s William J. Wood Veterans House employs veterans who help fellow vets experiencing homelessness to rebuild their…

LGBTQ pride flag, and others, may soon fly at Federal Way City Hall

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LGBTQ pride flag, and others, may soon fly at Federal Way City Hall

City Council to consider new policy on flying flags supporting causes or groups in front of City Hall…

Suspect turns himself in to Federal Way police for drive-by shooting

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Suspect turns himself in to Federal Way police for drive-by shooting

The man had a King County Sheriff’s Office warrant for $250,000.

Pumpkin pies for pets: The Soggy Doggy makes pet-friendly holiday treats

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Pumpkin pies for pets: The Soggy Doggy makes pet-friendly holiday treats

Local business offers limited edition treats; Photos with Santa Paws in Federal Way set for Nov. 30.

Tacoma woman eluding police with boy in her car killed in Federal Way crash

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Tacoma woman eluding police with boy in her car killed in Federal Way crash

The 41-year-old woman was driving recklessly in excess of 70 mph; the 9-year-old sustained minor injuries, police said.

A “notice to vacate” sign was placed in the middle of a homeless encampment in Federal Way by FWPD officers before the encampment was cleaned in January 2019. Sound Publishing file photo

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King County, Seattle could create joint homelessness response agency

It would be a unified agency and the overarching authority on addressing homelessness in the county.

Stolen rescue dog, lost peacock reunited with owners

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Stolen rescue dog, lost peacock reunited with owners

Federal Way police share emotional reunions after tracking down stolen dog in abandoned home, finding lost peacock.

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Federal Way house fire found to be site of illegal marijuana grow-op

South King Fire responded to the fire on Thursday evening; No suspects have been located, Federal Way police…

Federal Way house fire found to be site of illegal marijuana grow-op

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Federal Way house fire found to be site of illegal marijuana grow-op

South King Fire responded to the fire on Thursday evening; No suspects have been located, Federal Way police…

A young girl holds up a ‘Don’t Pollute I Live Here’ sign in the crowd during the Youth Climate Strike at Cal Anderson Park on Friday, March 15, 2019 in Seattle, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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King County builds blueprint for health, climate change

The plan will inform how the Board of Health addresses climate change-related health issues.

New Think Lab aims to reduce youth-related crime in Federal Way

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New Think Lab aims to reduce youth-related crime in Federal Way

‘Without a community supporting our youth you get what we saw … in California where six people were…

Federal Way Young Life to host 15th annual Thanksgiving feast for local teens

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Federal Way Young Life to host 15th annual Thanksgiving feast for local teens

Thanksgiving dinner will be held Monday, Nov. 25 at Federal Way High School.

Federal Way police investigating car fire fatality at Celebration Park

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Federal Way police investigating car fire fatality at Celebration Park

South King Fire & Rescue, police responded to the car fire Wednesday morning.

Federal Way man and his mother indicted in suspected firearms trafficking schemes

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Federal Way man and his mother indicted in suspected firearms trafficking schemes

First Western Washington cases prosecuted under ‘Project Guardian’ initiative to combat gun crime.

July’s Monroe earthquake is informing plans for future danger

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July’s Monroe earthquake is informing plans for future danger

Gathered by lucky accident, data from the 4.6-magnitude quake could help assess bigger hazards.

Courtesy of Washington Secretary of State’s Office

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Transportation and housing among King County’s top legislative priorities in 2020

Legislature will begin meeting Jan. 12.

Arts groups concerned over management, cost of Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center

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Arts groups concerned over management, cost of Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center

Arts Commission seeks ways to create greater ownership of the PAEC with the community.

Tacoma City Ballet takes final bow at Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center

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Tacoma City Ballet takes final bow at Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center

Tacoma City Ballet leaves Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center after city threatens civil suit over financial…

At the breakfast are, from left: Pacific Mayor Leanne Guier; Seattle Major Jenny Durkan; Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus; King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer; Federal Way Public Schools Superintendent Tammy Campbell; Algona Mayor Dave Hill; former Federal Way Mayor Mike Park; and Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell. Courtesy photo

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Durkan emphasizes regional collaboration to South King County leaders

Durkan discussed her office’s work to address homelessness, which has been the No. 1 issue she has faced…