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Susan Honda was honored for her contributions by Mayor Jim Ferrell at the Federal Way City Council meeting. Photo by David Solano / City of Federal Way

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Council update: Celebrating new police officers, Korean Americans

Diversity Commissioner Ron Walker presented an award to student Gabriel Cruz as the winner of an essay contest…

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Suspicious loitering at school | Federal Way Police Blotter

The registered owner of the vehicle has a history of arrests for indecent exposure.

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Small plane crashes on side of Auburn roadway

The plane’s sole occupant was taken to the hospital with “minor” injuries.

The plane door that flew off of the Alaska Airlines flight 1282 Boeing 737-9 MAX found by NTSB investigators in a Portland resident’s backyard. (Courtesy of NTSB)

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Passengers sue Boeing, Alaska Airlines after plane door blew out mid-flight

The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the incident.

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Black Press Media announces move to new ownership

Carpenter Media Group operates leading community news publications in the southern United States, including Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, North…

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Auburn Police Department Officer Jeffrey Nelson.

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Commission challenges Auburn police officer’s certification

Embattled officer Jeffrey Nelson’s lawyer has concerns about the complaint affecting his right to a fair trial.

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Pet blood donation shortages have been low since the pandemic began.

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Donating blood for pets is easy for local dogs and cats

BluePearl Pet Hospital seeks pet blood donations from eligible canines and felines.

Loren Meiser’s hand lettered sign warns any passersby that there is a wetland present in the forested land near his home. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Man stands firm in protecting Federal Way wetland from developers

‘You have no idea how much I love this place.’

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Orange juice assault | Federal Way Police Blotter

Two individuals were in a verbal dispute over parking near the 1200 block of South 320th Street.

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Police arrest parents for DUI and reckless endangerment

Federal Way couple reportedly using drugs in vehicle with their toddler in the back seat.

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Dept. of Health to give Naloxone to schools as opioid overdoses increase

Opioid-related fatalities among adolescents ages 14-18 have surged almost threefold in recent years.

Map of recent overnight lane closures on SR 516 at 30th Avenue South. These closures were from Jan. 9-11 and more like it are coming this month. Photo courtesy of Sound Transit

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Light rail construction returns after holiday break

Here are some road closures in Federal Way.

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Entering his final year in office, Gov. Jay Inslee called for action on several fronts in his annual State of the State address to a joint session of the state Legislature.

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Gov. calls for action on homelessness, climate, abortion rights

While he painted a picture of a state succeeding on many fronts, Republican leaders expressed reservations on Democrat…

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Secretary of State notifies Legislature of initiatives likely to be on ballots

The initiatives address issues such as parental rights for education, tax collection, vehicle pursuits by police and carbon…

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Federal Way prepares for cold weather this weekend

At least 50 Federal Way residents were affected by power outages Tuesday morning from the winds overnight.

The Federal Way Inn and Suites at 1688 S. 348th St., which was formerly the Red Lion hotel. Photo taken in February 2023. (Mirror file photo)

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Intended as shelters for homeless people, Federal Way hotels remain closed

“We have nowhere to send people.”

Federal Way City Councilmember Linda Kochmar takes her oath as Council President. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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No more deputy mayor for Federal Way

In other council news: ARPA money’s reallocation snubs human services.

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Food delivery driver defends car | Federal Way Police Blotter

A food delivery driver saw a suspect attempting to steal their car near the 31600 block of 3rd…

CJ Rivera is a student at the University of Washington from Federal Way who was recently honored for winning the Queen Silvia award. (Photo courtesy of University of Washington)

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Nursing student from Federal Way receives international award

CJ Rivera was awarded the Queen Silvia Nursing Award for her idea for dementia care.

Decatur High School senior and “American Idol” contestant Iam Tongi sits at home on March 1. His father Rodney spent a bonus from his job as an electrician to buy Iam’s guitar. Tongi went on to win this year’s season of “American Idol.” (Alex Bruell / The Mirror)

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Federal Way’s top stories of 2023

The Mirror’s year in review with photos.