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Left to right: Shellonda Keychell Daniel at Ulta in Renton and Ulta in Federal Way. Courtesy photos

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Woman sentenced for $200K shoplifting spree in King County

She received a mental health sentencing alternative.

A Citizen App video screenshot of the TESO Life arrest. Screenshot

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Man arrested for pulling knife out on an employee

A man was allegedly concealing merchandise in his pockets at TESO Life, and when an employee confronted him,…

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Life

Check out Federal Way’s World Cup festival plans

Free event Nov. 14 at the Performing Arts and Event Center.

The Juneteenth and Pride flags were flown in June 2025 next to the U.S. flag in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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FW flag policy change gets community pushback

Council ends the flying of any “non-governmental” flags at City Hall.

Federal Way’s offensive line, as seen against Kentlake. Photo by Robby Mullikin

Sports

Federal Way’s season ends in O.T. at the hands of the Hilanders

The Eagles were battered and beaten, but showed resillence in their week 10 playoff game.

The King County flood map shows the different areas of South King County, indicated by blues and oranges, that are prone to flooding. Image courtesy of King County Flood Control.

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Flood alert: Free sandbags available for county residents

As part of the Be Flood Ready campaign, all King County residents are eligible for free sandbag materials…

Kay Feather with her Battle Buddy Kyro. Photo courtesy of Northwest Battle Buddies.

Northwest

Northwest Battle Buddies help veterans with PTSD

Shannon Walker was a professional dog trainer for years when a veteran named Kevin W. came to her…

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Life

Centerstage presents ‘Red Riding Hood: A Holiday Panto’

The perfect annual tradition returns this season with “Red Riding Hood: a Holiday Panto.” Turning everything topsy-turvy with…

The Thomas Jefferson Raiders celebrate their win on penalties over Decatur. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Soccer: Thomas Jefferson outlasts Decatur in penalties

The Raiders are now in a win-or-go-home game to make the state tourney for the first time since…

Matt and Charity Morningstar, owners of Bricks and Minifigs Federal Way at the annual Federal Way Community Center Trunk or Treat. Photo by Bruce Honda

Life

Federal Way Community Calendar | Nov. 7 edition

Highlight: The Federal Way Senior Center is hosting a wellness fair from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Nov.…

Photo provided by Todd Beamer.

Sports

Federal Way Mirror female Athlete of the Week: Sehvyn Rolewicz

Rolewicz puts her heart out there for her team and leads courageously.

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Federal Way Mirror male Athlete of the Week: Dominic Flugstad

Dominic is a natural football player and loves being on the football field.

Left to right: Montero’s mugshot and photos of Juarez and Cortez from the National Gun Violence Memorial.

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Federal Way man receives over 60-year sentence for 2018 murders

He could be released as late as 2092, when he will be about 94 years old.

Courtesy Photo, Federal Way Police.

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Ear bitten off during fight | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

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Man whose dog ate his face was listed as homicide victim by mistake

According to the Federal Way Police Department, the man was believed to have died of natural causes.

Raiders’ Vincent Pham and Dante Pham high five after point. Photo by Nathan Hyun

Sports

Thomas Jefferson tennis sends four to state, Decatur sends one

The Raiders took first place in 3A district tournament for second consecutive year.

Jazmyne DuBose controls the ball for Thomas Jefferson. Photo by Ben Ray/The Mirror

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Raiders girls soccer team falls short against White River

Thomas Jefferson High School’s state tournament hopes are in jeopardy.

Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror 
Les Sessoms and Jack Dovey at the Federal Way Mirror’s candidate forum on Oct. 8. They are running against each other for Federal Way City Council position 6.

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Federal Way early election results: Ferrell beats Honda, Sessoms leads Dovey

Early results are in for the 2025 general elections, including the races for Federal Way’s next mayor and…

Grace Lepkowski (left) celebrates her go-ahead goal. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Decatur girls soccer bit by Lions in first round

Gators drop second game in a row and now face elimination in district tournament.

Light rail trains can now be seen running their regular schedule as the simulated service tests the schedule and infrastructure that will open on Dec. 6 to Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Test trains will simulate service to Federal Way until opening day

Long-awaited Federal Way light rail station undergoes final tests ahead of Dec. 6 opening date.