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Roommate accused of shooting, dismembering Federal Way man

Police found trash bags of human remains inside the apartment, charging documents state.

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Federal Way Young Life’s in-person auction and banquet celebration is returning

Young Life in Federal Way knows it takes a village to support kids and teens navigating life.

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Man points gun at boy over ‘ding-dong ditch’ prank | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log April 28 to May 4.

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Federal Way bans reckless use of fentanyl in public spaces

Ordinance goes into effect next month.

Gov. Jay Inslee and his wife, Trudi Inslee, listen to challenges faced by teachers on May 4 in Renton. (Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing)

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Inslee visits Renton High School to proclaim Teachers Appreciation Week

Amid teacher shortage, Renton pilots program to fast-track students into educators for the district.

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King County SWAT member fatally shoots suspect in Federal Way

Auburn Police Department leading investigation into the shooting as part of the Valley Independent Investigative Team.

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Diane Renee Erdmann and Bernard Ross Hansen.

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FBI searching for Auburn couple convicted for fraud, skipped sentencing

The two were last seen leaving a Federal Way hotel on May 1.

A flow chart showing the protection order process (Screenshot from King County Auditor’s Office report)

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County auditor finds barriers to access, inequities in outcomes for people seeking protection orders

The auditors made several recommendations to improve the protection order process.

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Marine Corps veteran pulls driver out of burning semi-truck

Driver in critical condition after semi-truck rolls, catches fire in Auburn

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Mother’s Day weekend events in Federal Way

Spring concert, BonsaiFest, farmers market and more.

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Patti Cole-Tindall is named new King County Sheriff

A hearing and confirmation process for the appointment is set to begin on May 18.

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Police investigating homicide after man found dead inside Federal Way home

Roommate arrested after victim’s family finds signs of violent assault, police say.

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Dick’s Drive-In hosts location reveal celebration for community

The company announced last week the ninth location is opening in Federal Way in 2023.

Judged by XII: A King County Local Dive podcast. The hands shown here belong to Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson, who has been charged with homicide in the 2019 death of Jesse Sarey.

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JUDGED BY XII (Episode 3): Behind the decision to charge a police officer with murder | King County Local Dive

Special podcast series explores Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson’s role in the death of Jesse Sarey.

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Dick’s Drive-In to open new location in Federal Way

This will be Dick’s ninth burger restaurant; plans to open in 2023.

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First responders save ducklings, kittens in Federal Way

Federal Way Animal Control officer, South King Fire crews helped save several furry friends in April.

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Father honors late son with annual toy drive

The Ja’Zai Young Toy Drive is Saturday, April 30 in Federal Way.

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Man assaulted, carjacked at car wash | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log April 20-26.

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How unintended consequences led to King County’s removal of a Green River levee

Officials say the levee destroyed wetland habitat critical for salmon over 60 years.

Redmond’s Silver Cloud Inn, purchased by county to become permanent supportive housing for the chronically homeless (photo credit: Cameron Sheppard)

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Redmond hotel to temporarily house refugees

The Silver Cloud Inn was purchased by the King County under the Health Through Housing initiative.