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Gov. Jay Inslee, left, with First Lady Trudi Inslee at a press conference advocating for laws to prevent gun violence. (Provided by the Washington State Governors’ Office)

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House Democrats push Washington closer to assault weapons ban

Their bill outlawing the manufacture and sale of certain guns passed the state House. No Republican voted for…

Law enforcement officials investigate the scene of a fatal shooting near a freeway ramp in Federal Way on May 4, 2022. (File photo courtesy of South Sound News)

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Investigation of deputy-involved shooting death goes on and on

In the ten months following the May 4, 2022, shooting death of Cicero Sanchez, 31, on South 317th…

Decatur High School in Federal Way. Photo courtesy of Federal Way Public Schools

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Decatur security guard arrested after allegations of sexual misconduct with a student

The security guard was arrested Wednesday, March 8 , and booked into jail for first-degree sexual misconduct with…

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Wild Waves seeks to fill 700 positions for summer season

Wild Waves Theme & Water Park opens weekends May 27 to June 11 and opens daily from June…

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Numerous notable women in the Federal Way community stand for a picture as the city council honors Women’s History Month.

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City council favors northward expansion for maintenance facility

Steel Lake Annex area was previously under consideration for the project.

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Pickup truck driver kills pedestrian in Federal Way | Federal Way Police Blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log March 1-7.

Photo courtesy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families.

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First state library for incarcerated youth opens at Echo Glen Children’s Center

The Echo Glen State Library has been used by approximately 92% of the resident population since its opening.

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State of the County: Constantine discusses homelessness, environment, cameras for deputies

On March 7, King County Executive Dow Constantine gave his “State of the County ” speech, outlining some…

Finnish President Sauli Niinistö and Gov. Jay Inslee. (Courtesy of the Office of the Governor)

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In Olympia, Finnish president makes case for NATO, strong ties with WA

Sauli Niinistö became the first foreign head of state to address a joint session of the state Legislature…

A vehicle going southbound on I-5 crossed into northbound lanes the morning of March 5, causing a collision at S. 336th Street. (Photo courtesy of South King Fire and Rescue)

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Collisions close I-5 in Federal Way

Two separate collisions on March 5 and March 6 resulted in temporary closures and slow traffic on Interstate…

Eagle senior Isiah Afework examines dribbles the ball outside the three point line. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Federal Way Eagles boys basketball places 3rd in state after a win over Mt. Si

First time the Eagles have placed in the season-ending tournament since 2019.

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Federal Way Public Schools celebrates National Reading Month

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Best of Federal Way event takes place March 8, 2023, at the Federal Way Community Center. Booths open at 5 p.m. and the award presentation begins at 7 p.m.

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Mirror’s Best of Federal Way celebration set for March 8

The Mirror will host the Best of Federal Way 2023 celebration March 8 at the Federal Way Community…

For sale sign hanging in front of house

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Washington needs more than 1 million homes in the next 20 years

Department of Commerce officials say communities will need diverse housing options in the future as well.

King County Crime Dive podcast.

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Rock thrower and the mysterious homicide home | Podcast

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An Auburn woman won the Powerball jackpot in February. Photo courtesy of WA Lottery

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WA Lottery reveals Auburn woman as winner of $754.6 million Powerball jackpot

An Auburn woman has won the $754.6 million Powerball jackpot.

A view of the Federal Way Link Extension route looking west over downtown Federal Way in Nov. 2022. Photo courtesy of Bruce Honda

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Town hall will focus on Federal Way’s future development

March 9 event seeks public feedback on comprehensive plan.

Brown areas indicate where shellfish harvesting is closed due to pollution. (Screenshot from Washington Shellfish Safety Map)

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DOH awards $5.5M to improve Puget Sound shellfish habitats

$455,000 was earmarked to improve the health of shellfish beds in Poverty Bay.

Police lights (File photo)

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Shoreline man sentenced for vehicular homicide

The 39-year-old man was arrested in Federal Way in September 2021.

MIRROR FILE PHOTO: The group Kosmix was the winning performer at the “Let’s Meet with Korean Songs” event held Aug. 13, 2022, at Federal Way New Church. Radio Hankook hosted the contest, which featured an array of songs, dances and more that celebrated Korean culture.

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Federal Way ranked 5th most diverse small city in America

New study by WalletHub ranks cities in terms of ethno-racial diversity, linguistic diversity and birthplace diversity.