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Hundreds came out for Fairwood’s first No Kings protest. Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Photos: Fairwood joins The Landing in Renton for No Kings protest

Intersection of Southeast Petrovitsky Road and 140th Avenue Southeast draws crowd

Hundreds came out for Fairwood’s first No Kings protest. Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
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Overall gun violence down, but doubling among youth in King County

King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office reports that youth victims of gun violence have increased.

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Photos of Soo Jin Hahn. Courtesy photos

Claim filed against state over death of Federal Way child

Soo Jin Hahn, 5, was allegedly killed by her father following multiple signs of abuse.

Photos of Soo Jin Hahn. Courtesy photos
Courtesy Photo, King County Elections

King County Elections mails ballots for Nov. 4 general election

Voters should receive ballots by Oct. 20

Courtesy Photo, King County Elections
A bust of George Washington lies tipped over on the third floor of the Washington state Capitol building in Olympia, after a vandal broke in and caused damage on Sunday night. (Photo courtesy of Department of Enterprise Services)

Man accused of vandalizing WA Capitol undergoes mental health evaluation

A Washington man suspected of breaking into and vandalizing the state Capitol is undergoing a mental health evaluation, an attorney confirmed Oct. 10. Authorities initially… Continue reading

  • Oct 14, 2025
  • By Emily Fitzgerald and Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard
A bust of George Washington lies tipped over on the third floor of the Washington state Capitol building in Olympia, after a vandal broke in and caused damage on Sunday night. (Photo courtesy of Department of Enterprise Services)
Ganna Stogniy and her family face an uncertain future like many other Ukrainian refugees. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

Tragedy shatters Ukrainian family’s American dreams

Federal Way group offers support as Covington family struggles with immigration status.

Ganna Stogniy and her family face an uncertain future like many other Ukrainian refugees. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
Courtesy Photo, Federal Way Police

Second suspect charged in Feb. murder at FW apartment complex

The defendant was allegedly fighting for a cellphone with a female when a juvenile shot her.

Courtesy Photo, Federal Way Police
Seahawks Blue Thunder, Seahawks cheerleaders, DAWN and Project Be Free took part in the 1K walk. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Purple Light Night: Crowd walks in Renton for DV awareness

Renton recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Seahawks Blue Thunder, Seahawks cheerleaders, DAWN and Project Be Free took part in the 1K walk. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
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Suspect, 16, arrested in connection with Federal Way murder

The incident occurred Feb. 13. Another suspect was also located.

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Spokane South Hill rapist Kevin Coe moves to Auburn

He was released Oct. 2 from McNeil Island and was initially thought to be moving to Federal Way.

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Hammer-wielding vandal damages WA Capitol in late-night break-in

Auburn man, 29, accused of lighting fires, tipping over statues and breaking glass inside the building.

  • Oct 6, 2025
  • By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard
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Kevin Coe’s mugshot taken in August 2006. Courtesy of the Department of Corrections.
Kevin Coe’s mugshot taken in August 2006. Courtesy of the Department of Corrections.
The suspect surrendering after fleeing from an officer. COURTESY PHOTO

Juvenile sentenced in Auburn transit station shooting

The boy in May shot another in the abdomen and then ran from police before he was apprehended.

The suspect surrendering after fleeing from an officer. COURTESY PHOTO
SW 312th Place in Federal Way. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror.

Alleged illegal marijuana grow raided in Federal Way

Five people charged in connection to the operation as well as another at a Lakewood home.

SW 312th Place in Federal Way. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror.
Scene from the Facebook page for Federal Way Walmart on South 314th Street, which is set to close Oct. 31. However, the Walmart Supercenter at 34520 16th Ave. S. in Federal Way will remain open. (Screenshot)

Federal Way Walmart to close Oct. 31

The store is at 1900 S. 314th St. Second Walmart location in town to remain open

Scene from the Facebook page for Federal Way Walmart on South 314th Street, which is set to close Oct. 31. However, the Walmart Supercenter at 34520 16th Ave. S. in Federal Way will remain open. (Screenshot)
Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown speaks at a press conference alongside Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and other local officials on Monday, Sept. 29 at Seattle City Hall. (Photo by Jake Goldstein-Street/Washington State Standard)

‘Stay out of Seattle’: WA leaders tell Trump troops aren’t needed

Local officials fear Seattle could be the next city to see a deployment

  • Sep 29, 2025
  • By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard
Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown speaks at a press conference alongside Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and other local officials on Monday, Sept. 29 at Seattle City Hall. (Photo by Jake Goldstein-Street/Washington State Standard)
Decatur High School student Logan Fant gets to drive his newly rebuilt truck for the first time after being surprised by the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Courtesy photos

Make-A-Wish surprises Federal Way student with revamped truck

Logan Fant is a 17-year-old at Decatur High School who was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Decatur High School student Logan Fant gets to drive his newly rebuilt truck for the first time after being surprised by the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Courtesy photos
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Auburn and Federal Way men sentenced for drug distribution

The men were part of a drug ring with ties to Mexico.

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On Sept. 19, Gov. Bob Ferguson made a stop at Renton High School to discuss financial aid for college. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Gov. Ferguson visits Renton High School for financial aid event

Helps educate seniors on applying for state and federal financial aid.

On Sept. 19, Gov. Bob Ferguson made a stop at Renton High School to discuss financial aid for college. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
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New Auburn Avenue Theater will help enhance downtown

Will act as a community hub of arts and culture

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