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Sound Transit installs elevated tracks over S. 320th Street in Federal Way

The elevated light rail tracks bring completion of Federal Way Link Extension route one step closer.

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Sound Transit approves free transit for kids, teens

Beginning Sept. 1, youth ages 18 and under can ride for free on Sound Transit transportation.

Photo courtesy of Sound Transit
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Charge against Kent man upgraded to murder in July 4 shooting

Matthew Saelor, 19, died three days after he was shot in the head in Federal Way neighborhood

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Firefighters respond to 3-alarm fire at Federal Way apartment complex

Approximately 100 people have been displaced by July 27 fire

Photo courtesy of South King Fire and Rescue
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One driver injured after possible road rage shooting in Federal Way

Washington State Patrol seeking witnesses of the July 14 shooting along Highway 18.

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Federal Way man dies after Fourth of July drive-by shooting

Kent man already has been charged with assault in the Federal Way case

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Kent man, 19, charged with assault in drive-by shooting in Federal Way

A 19-year-old victim was celebrating the Fourth of July outside of his home when shooting occurred

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Steel Lake in Federal Way reopens after closure caused by raw sewage leak

Here’s how to stay safe while cooling off this summer.

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Boy, 14, loses hand while reportedly playing in Federal Way with fireworks

Another 10-year-old boy also suffered minor injuries.

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Federal Way police officers investigate a crime scene in 2019. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo

Federal Way police have a plan for responding to active shooters

School resource officers (SROs) at each high school in the Federal Way school district are armed.

Federal Way police officers investigate a crime scene in 2019. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo
Selena Taylor, left, and Betty Taylor speak at the June 7 Federal Way City Council meeting about Ezra Taylor, who was fatally shot in Sept. 2021. Photo courtesy of Bruce Honda

Family of man shot outside Des Moines bar accepts Federal Way proclamation

Part of National Gun Violence Awareness Day

Selena Taylor, left, and Betty Taylor speak at the June 7 Federal Way City Council meeting about Ezra Taylor, who was fatally shot in Sept. 2021. Photo courtesy of Bruce Honda
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Red, White & Blues Festival returns in Federal Way

The free festival includes live music, a fireworks show and more on July 4.

Photo courtesy of city of Federal Way
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New rescue boat ‘Zenith’ expected to make regional impact

Vessel will serve communities beyond South King Fire’s main jurisdictions of Federal Way and Des Moines, including Vashon Island and Maury Island.

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Elected officials, school board members and school leaders cut the ribbon on May 11. FWPS photo

Federal Way district celebrates new Thomas Jefferson High School | Photos

The original school was built in 1968; new campus opened in fall 2021.

Elected officials, school board members and school leaders cut the ribbon on May 11. FWPS photo
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Man fatally shot by King County Sheriff’s Office deputies identified

Cicero Sanchez, 31, was shot in Federal Way on May 4.

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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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King County SWAT member fatally shoots suspect in Federal Way | Update

Near northbound I-5 off-ramp to South 317th Street

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Driver in critical condition after semitruck rolls, catches fire in Auburn

A bystander, who is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, pulled the driver out of the flames, officials say.

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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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Diane Renee Erdmann and Bernard Ross Hansen. Photos courtesy of FBI

FBI searching for Auburn couple convicted for fraud, skipped sentencing

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

Diane Renee Erdmann and Bernard Ross Hansen. Photos courtesy of FBI