From the University of Washington report: “Across Washington state, a review of Flock audits by UWCHR researchers during 2025 revealed multiple forms of access to data on Washington state residents by federal immigration enforcement agencies and out-of-state law enforcement. The majority of agencies were exposed to one or more of these forms of access to their networks. The map does not depict all agencies surveyed or known to use Flock systems.”

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Federal Way approves expansion of Flock Safety cameras

Cameras prompt concerns about sharing data with federal agencies.

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King County courthouse dog retires after 10 years of service

On Oct. 21, a beloved, four-legged member of the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office team officially retired after…

Bouts of rain, wind and sun kept the FUSION Trunk or Treat rolling along! Kids and adults in costume had fun with back of vehicle activities and treats Oct. 25 at the Pete Andersen Family Center located at 1505 S. 328th St. in Federal Way. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | Oct. 31 edition

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

Courtesy Photo, Federal Way Police

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Toddler found wandering in parking lot again | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

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Underrated horror films for Halloween night

Set as near as Seattle or far as rural Japan, these overlooked horror films are just the thing…

The Auburn Food Bank at 2806 Auburn Way N. provides nourishment for people in need. File photo

Northwest

WA directs state dollars to food banks as SNAP funding cliff nears

Washington state will give food banks $2.2 million per week as they deal with the potential end of…

Mitch Greene and Danielle Havens. Photos by Bruce Honda.

News

Forum features Federal Way Municipal Court judge candidates

The candidates gave their stances on multiple topics and presented who they are.

A scene from the Youth Town Hall held Oct. 23 in Federal Way. Photo courtesy of Jimmy Brown

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Town hall event empowers Federal Way youth and more

Program provides students with leadership opportunities and workshops.

An example of meth seized by law enforcement agencies. COURTESY FILE PHOTO, DEA

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90 pounds of meth seized in Federal Way

Two men met a buyer in the Walmart parking lot before DEA investigators and Federal Way police arrested…

Meilani Paige goes for the kill against Kentlake for Federal Way. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Federal Way volleyball falls to Kentlake after promising start

Eagles clinch playoffs with a win or TJ loss sends Federal Way to the district tournament.

The Rock in Renton, view from the second floor. Photo courtesy of The Rock Wood Fired Pizza Official Facebook.

Business

Exit Sandman: The Rock Wood Fired Pizza closes 6 locations

Last remaining The Rock in the area is located in Auburn.

Representatives of Mujer al Volante and United in Purpose hosted the multicultural candidate forum for the 2025 Federal Way City Council and mayoral candidates on Oct. 22. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Immigrant experience highlights annual multicultural candidate forum in Federal Way

Election 2025: Federal Way nonprofit hosts council and mayoral candidates.

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Federal Way’s Troop 361 on an outdoor adventure.

Life

Federal Way Scouts keep longtime traditions alive

Generations of Federal Way community members have promised to be trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful,…

The Federal Way Mirror has been serving the city since 1998. (Staff photo)

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Federal Way Mirror is changing to mail delivery

October is the final month of free home delivery of the Federal Way Mirror. Beginning with the Nov.…

The newly installed wind phone is available for anyone who may benefit from a reflective moment in their grief to connect with lost loved ones through the installation. Photo courtesy of Ben Miller / City of Federal Way

Life

‘Wind phone’ installed in Federal Way, joining hundreds around the world

Walking along the winding path near Dumas Bay, a visitor might stumble upon a lone wooden box with…

Shelley Puariea. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

Life

A helping community member: Shelley Puariea

She’s been part of the Federal Way community in one way or another since 2002, starting the EX3…

Gabriel Lemelle fights through contact against Todd Beamer. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Thomas Jefferson football gets first win of the season over Titans

Raiders score most points in a game since 2021, and have won last five out of six against…

Photo by Bruce Honda 
Chef Martha Gamboa partnered with WM to bring the Scrap Happy Kitchen to the Federal Way Farmers Market on Oct. 18 to educate people about food waste.

Life

Federal Way Community Calendar | Oct. 24 edition

Oct. 25 will be the last Federal Way Farmers Market of the season.

Courtesy Photo, Federal Way Police

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Running naked in the street | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

Courtesy photo.

Sports

Federal Way Mirror Female Athlete of the Week: Maya Wentworth

Wentworth proved to be a runner to be reckoned with in just her first season.