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Crime, climate, abortion on docket in legislative session warm-up

Washington lawmakers will hold 39 hearings this week. Nearly all will be conducted in person, which hasn’t happened…

Teri Foster, left, was recently selected as the new president of Federal Way National Little League (FWNLL). Courtesy photo

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Federal Way National Little League welcomes Teri Foster as president

Foster is the first female president in two decades.

Federal Way City Council (from left to right): Lydia Assefa-Dawson, Erica Norton, Hoang Tran, Susan Honda, Linda Kochmar, Jack Walsh, Jack Dovey. Courtesy photo

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FW council passes biennial budget, hashes out grant funding

The Federal Way City Council passed its biennial budget and approved plans for more than a million dollars…

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Behind the mysterious starvation deaths of a Renton family | King County Local Dive

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Alphonzo Tuputala looks on toward the fans Nov. 4 as he prepares to take on the Oregon State University Beavers. He had four tackles. Courtesy photo

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Federal Way’s Alphonzo Tuputala represents his hometown with pride

This season was a breakout year with the University of Washington football team.

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Federal Way Memorial Stadium has been an icon in the prep sports world for 51 years, and will be getting some much-needed upgrades.

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Remodel to begin on Federal Way Memorial Field

The new stadium is expected to open in fall 2023.

Raider senior Brookelyn Dawson leading her team and finished one pin shy of victory. Ben Ray/the Mirror

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Win by a pin: Decatur edges out TJ at Secoma Lanes

The Decatur Lady bowlers beat the TJ Raiders by a single pin — 1,500 to 1,499 — on…

Police tape is shown in Toronto, Tuesday, May 2, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graeme Roy

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Detectives seek information on homicide, arson near Steel Lake

King County Sheriff’s Office offers up to $10,000 cash reward for information leading to an arrest.

Volunteers help hand out Thanksgiving turkeys on Nov. 21. Photo courtesy of Shelley Pauls

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Federal Way Senior Center Food Bank serves 303 families ahead of Thanksgiving

Local churches collected 285 turkeys and side dish fixings on Sunday, Nov. 20, to be donated to community…

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State’s Native American crisis hotline is first in the nation

The Native and Strong Lifeline provides culturally appropriate mental health support and referrals.

FWPD is investigating a robbery at KeyBank on SW Campus Drive this morning. Courtesy photo.

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Pedestrian struck by vehicle in Federal Way

The man, who was crossing the street against the traffic signal, sustained serious injuries, police say.

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Man with ax attempts to enter neighbor’s apartment | Federal Way Police Blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Nov. 15-20.

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Community members using the new fresh track at Saghalie Park, 33914 19th Ave. SW.

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Saghalie Park gets a new track

The track is open to the public at 33914 19th Ave. SW in Federal Way.

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Evan Cook, who coordinated the benefit concert, spoke about importance of community safety on Nov. 19 after performing.

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Benefit concert addresses community safety in Federal Way

Several local performers took to the stage on Nov. 19 with raps, spoken word and speeches.

Volunteers helped provide Thanksgiving meals, deemed “Baskets of Love,” to over 50 families on Nov. 19. Phenomenal She hosted the drive-thru pick-up event outside the nonprofit’s headquarters in Federal Way. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Phenomenal She hosts 3rd annual Baskets of Love giveaway

Over 50 families collected Thanksgiving meals at Saturday’s event.

Scene from a past Trans Pride parade in Seattle. File photo courtesy of Gender Justice League

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TDOR honors victims of anti-transgender violence

Last year was the deadliest year on record for transgender violence and deaths, according to the Human Rights…

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Tanja Carter, center, was appointed to the role on Nov. 15. Photo courtesy of the City of Federal Way

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City appoints Tanja Carter as new economic development director for Federal Way

Carter takes over the role beginning Thursday, Dec. 15.

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Federal Way Police Department earns Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs accreditation

Federal Way is one of three police departments in the state to achieve dual accreditation of Washington Association…

Students stand for a photo with Federal Way High School teacher Larry DuFresne, second from left. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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New outdoor courtyard builds opportunity for FWHS Pre-Apprenticeship Program students

Outdoor space allows students to work in various weather elements, build tiny homes.