Federal Way City Hall. File photo

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Federal Way to consider sales tax for public safety

Two public safety funding options may help prevent staff cuts for Federal Way’s city budget shortfall this year.

Groundbreaking of the RapidRide I Line in Renton with community members Arya Nguyen and Prem Subedi, Metro General Manager Michelle Allison, State Rep. David Hackney, Auburn Deputy Mayor Tracy Taylor-Turner, Kent Mayor Dana Ralph, Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone, King County Councilmembers Steffanie Fain and Pete von Reichbauer, King County Executive Girmay Zahilay, State Rep. Debra Entenman and Renton Councilmember Valerie O’Halloran. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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New RapidRide bus line to improve service in South King County

RapidRide I Line will begin its run in 2027, connecting South King County from Auburn to Kent to…

Courtesy Photo, Federal Way Police.

Crime & Justice

$800 of ribeye stolen | Federal Way police blotter

March 10

Photo courtesy of Cef Decaney. 
Demonstrators at a protest in Federal Way carrying signs in support of immigrant communities.

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Clarifying Federal Way’s stance on immigration enforcement

Cities around South King County are responding to the federal administration’s push for aggressive immigration enforcement in a…

PhotoS courtesy of Sharon Green 
Volunteer members of the Greater Federal Way Community Emergency Response Team (GFW CERT) set up cots at the Calvary Lutheran Church in Federal Way for emergency shelter in February 2026.

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Cold weather reinforces need for emergency shelter in FW

Former Red Lion hotel expected to be ready in June at the earliest.

The highlight was the ballpark’s new food trays, in honor of Washington’s famous ferries. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Sports

2026 Mariners menu preview: Best food at T-Mobile Park

The Ferry Boat Souvenir was eye catching, but here are some bites that really stole the show.

Tyler Buol makes a pitch against Kentlake. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Decatur pitching and defense dazzle in season opening win over Kentlake

Gators open their 2026 campaign with a win against one of the best pitchers in the state.

A tree fell on SR 509 near 21st Avenue SW in Federal Way on March 13 and took down some power lines. Ben Ray/The Mirror

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King County weekend weather forecast | March 14-15

After snow covered the Puget Sound region on Friday, the National Weather Service reports a chance of snow…

Photo by Bruce Honda.
Shoppers and vendors at the Federal Way Farmers Market on Oct. 11, 2025.

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FW Farmers Market will open in new location May 9

Federal Way Farmers Market will open in its new location on Saturday, May 9, the day before Mother’s…

Courtesy Photo, Federal Way Police

Crime & Justice

Lewd conduct in the Walmart parking lot | Federal Way police blotter

March 3

Samuel Ramirez Jr.’s FBI wanted poster. Courtesy of the FBI.
Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

Crime & Justice

Federal Way double murder suspect captured in Mexico

One hour and 13 minutes after the suspect was placed on the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list,…

A sign from a No Kings protest in Renton in 2025. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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No Kings rallies set for March 28 across King County

Here’s a list of locations.

Photos by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
Rahma Rashid, Board President of Rahma Recovery, with Hussein Ugas, founder.

Life

Culturally responsive women’s recovery house is first of its kind in Washington

Federal Way has another first to celebrate thanks to recent Mirror Hometown Hero Hussein Ugas, who was featured…

Photos by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
Live music got the crowd out of their seats and dancing at the Kanta Kada Panalo event hosted by Island Pacific Market.

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Filipino community celebrates culture at FW grocery store

The region’s Filipino community filled Island Pacific Seafood Market on Feb. 28 at the Federal Way location’s Kanta…

FBI Special Agent in Charge Mike Harrington. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror.

Crime & Justice

Federal Way murder suspect added to FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list

The FBI is offering a $1 million reward for information leading to his arrest.

Current Thomas Jefferson High School head coach Harold Adams gets ready to call balls and strikes during a scrimmage. Ben Ray / The Reporter

Sports

Thomas Jefferson baseball honors Joe Townsend before 2026 season

With the season on the horizon, the Raiders paid tribute to Townsend before a scrimmage.

The Shores Apartment Homes in Federal Way. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

Crime & Justice

Person injured in shooting at The Shores Apartment Homes

The alleged victim is expected to survive.

Photos by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
Sharon has had extensive training, but doesn’t do any tricks.

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Sharon the Comfort Dog spreads paw-sitive vibes

She’s been providing support in Federal Way and South King County: “Her job is to put smiles on…

Photo by Bruce Honda
Local family-owned Lego franchise Bricks and Minifigs celebrated their one year anniversary over the weekend on Feb. 28 and March 1.

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Federal Way Community Calendar | March 6 edition

Free blueberry pruning seminar on March 14 at the Hylebos Blueberry Farm Park.

Courtesy Photo, O’Reilly Auto Parts

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O’Reilly Auto Parts to pay $5.6M for employee discrimination

Missouri-based O’Reilly Auto Enterprises will pay $5.6 million for widespread denial of pregnancy and nursing accommodations to Washington…