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Federal Way City Councilmember Martin Moore. Courtesy photo

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Moore responds to dismissal as Federal Way City Council president

Mixed reviews on Moore’s social media post that backed student protests against ICE

Public commentor Lana Bostic speaks in support of Councilmember Martin Moore remaining the council president and in support of the student walkouts. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way ousts Moore as City Council president

Fellow members claim multiple conflicts of interest; disliked social media post about student protests

A student holds a sign that reads “deportation disrupts education” during a student-led protest that began at Federal Way High School. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror.

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Federal Way students protest ICE in walkouts

Hundreds participate at Federal Way and Decatur high schools

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Man dies in officer-involved shooting in Federal Way

Man reportedly attempts carjacking Friday morning, Feb. 6

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Viral video sparks harassment at child care businesses in Federal Way

Minnesota investigations lead to unsubstantiated claims of similar issues here

Bloodworks does mobile donation drives to help community members donate more conveniently, like this event at St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way on Dec. 18. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / Sound Publishing

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Floods lead to shortage in local blood bank supply

For those looking to help in the aftermath of the floods in South King County and beyond, donating…

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Community celebrates new local light rail stations in Kent| Photos

Sound Transit opens stations at Kent Des Moines, Star Lake in Kent and Federal Way

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Light rail’s opening day arrives Saturday, Dec. 6 in Kent, Federal Way

Celebrations planned at three new stations as service along 7.8-mile extension begins

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Affordable housing: Federal Way to explore partnership with church

There are 61 churches total within the city of Federal Way, and they collectively own 179.9 acres.

Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
The Juneteenth and Pride flags were flown in June 2025 next to the U.S. flag in Federal Way.

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Federal Way flag policy change gets community pushback

Council ends the flying of any “non-governmental” flags at City Hall.

Light rail trains can now be seen running their regular schedule as the simulated service tests the schedule and infrastructure that will open on Dec. 6 to Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Test trains will simulate light rail service until opening day

Long-awaited light rail stations undergo final tests ahead of Dec. 6 opening date.

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

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Tragedy shatters Ukrainian family’s American dreams

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

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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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.

Rev. Katie Klosterman leads the congregation at Browns Point United Methodist and Rev. Karen Yokota-Love lives in Federal Way, but leads the Blaine Memorial Methodist Church in Seattle. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Faith leaders stand up for Federal Way immigrant community

The threat of deportation or detention further complicates the journey toward citizenship.

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Child’s death leads to multiple charges for Federal Way father

Woo Jin Hahn is currently in jail with a bail of $5 million.

Glen Park At West Campus Apartments in Federal Way. FILE PHOTO

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Federal Way child’s death followed a pattern of suspected abuse

Woo Jin Hahn was arrested in connection with the death of his 5-year-old daughter.

Glen Park At West Campus Apartments on Feb. 18. FILE PHOTO, Federal Way Mirror

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Federal Way child, Seattle man die in unrelated violent incidents

5-year-old girl and 20-year-old man killed afternoon of May 29 in Federal Way

Many demonstrators spoke about the importance of protecting refugees and immigrants that make up much of the Federal Way community. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang /Sound Publishing

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Hundreds participate in Hands Off rally in Federal Way | Photos

It was part of a nationwide protest against the Trump administration’s actions and policies.

Councilmembers Jack Walsh and Jack Dovey consider the resolution to support Emerald City Behavioral Health, ultimately voting no. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / Sound Publishing

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Federal Way City Council supports youth psychiatric facility in split vote

In a surprise agenda item, a resolution was passed to support facility operator.

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Federal Way hotels for homeless to be fully open by fall 2025

The two King County properties will function quite differently.