Law would prohibit eye tattoos in Washington state

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Law would prohibit eye tattoos in Washington state

Canada has already banned this procedure

Despite Supreme Court Ruling, activists fight youth incarceration in King County

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Despite Supreme Court Ruling, activists fight youth incarceration in King County

No New Youth Jail Coalition members send Valentines to King County officials asking them to reconsider funding priorities

Valentine’s Day brings sweet surprises to Hallmark Manor

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Valentine’s Day brings sweet surprises to Hallmark Manor

Do the Right Thing nonprofit spreads the love in Federal Way.

Star Lake Elementary, Totem Middle construction projects met with mixed emotions from community

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Star Lake Elementary, Totem Middle construction projects met with mixed emotions from community

FWPS bond update meeting to be held Wednesday, Feb. 20.

Southbound traffic backs up as northbound drivers cruise on with ease on the Highway 99 viaduct on Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

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WSDOT hopes ‘Viadoom’ habits continue

The department credits commuters with adapting to the closure and mitigating impacts.

Olympic View fifth-grader is positive presence in the classroom

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Olympic View fifth-grader is positive presence in the classroom

This month’s Scholar of the Month is fifth-grader Forsina Rabauliman.

Sound Transit CEO promises ‘robust public outreach’ in picking light rail yard site

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Sound Transit CEO promises ‘robust public outreach’ in picking light rail yard site

Christian Faith Center property under consideration.

Federal Way unifies in prayer

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Federal Way unifies in prayer

“Unity in Prayer” service raises $10,000 for Multi-Service Center.

President’s emergency declaration sparks immediate legal backlash

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President’s emergency declaration sparks immediate legal backlash

Attorney General Bob Ferguson said his team will sue the White House if federal funds originally intended for…

Moms create autism art walk to benefit special needs classrooms

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Moms create autism art walk to benefit special needs classrooms

Autism Auction and Art Walk happens Feb. 24 in Federal Way.

Courtesy photo by Why Not You Foundation                                Russell Wilson and Ciara unveil the limited edition King County System Library cards that feature them and their dreams Friday at the Tukwila Library. The new library cards coincide with the newly launched DREAM BIG: Anything is Possible campaign.

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Russell Wilson and Ciara launch DREAM BIG campaign

Partnership with King County libraries dovetails with scholarship program for local students.

Bill targets sexual health curriculum in Washington schools

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Bill targets sexual health curriculum in Washington schools

Senate Bill 5395 is co-sponsored by 17 Democratic representatives and introduced by Sen. Claire Wilson, D-Federal Way.

According to King County’s Mental Illness and Drug Dependency (MIDD) annual report, Seattle had the highest rate of people using services at 36 percent of the total, followed by 31 percent from South King County, 18 percent from the greater Eastside, and 7 percent from north county including Shoreline.

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Study shows King County’s treatment funding is making progress

A document on the county’s .1 percent health sales tax was accepted Wednesday by the county council.

Federal Way mayor gets firsthand glimpse of homelessness

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Federal Way mayor gets firsthand glimpse of homelessness

Federal Way mayor, Mirror staff volunteer at men’s overnight homeless shelter.

Children’s play area at Seadrunar. Photo by Lauren Davis via Facebook

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Seedy side of Seadrunar: Drug rehab center accused of neglect, exploitation

Public records reveal that Seattle facility was accused of neglecting children and clients in its care.

Founder of Everyone for Veterans, Theresa Cheng helps Alice Richard deliver a mattress to a veteran family in Federal Way as part of the Wingman Project in Dec. 2018. Photo Courtesy of Everyone for Veterans.

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Actions speak louder than words; Everyone for Veterans is making an effort to help low-income veterans and their families

Non-profit organization connects community members with veterans through their wingman project

Somali community faces SeaTac displacement

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Somali community faces SeaTac displacement

Proposed redevelopment threatens the heart of the Somali business community.

Emergency Operations Center housed at Federal Way City Hall

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Emergency Operations Center housed at Federal Way City Hall

City officials, community partners prepare for possible emergency events due to snowstorm.

A patriotic snow sculpture in Federal Way. Photo by Shelley Pauls

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14.1 inches and counting: Record-breaking snow pounds King County

Several winter storms passed through the region, dumping more than 14 inches of snow.

CareNet lends helping hand to expectant mothers

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CareNet lends helping hand to expectant mothers

Finding yourself pregnant can be overwhelming, planned or not. CareNet offers free services to support you through it.