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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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MADD honors King County senior deputy prosecuting attorney

Amy Freedheim receives a lifetime achievement award for her work in impaired driving cases

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Four arrested after attack in Renton of transgender woman

Three of the suspects are juveniles in alleged assault Sept. 15 at transit center

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Spokane ‘South Hill rapist’ Kevin Coe could move to Federal Way

Coe, convicted in the 1980s, could be released on Oct. 2 and move into an adult family home.

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Renton man charged in drive-by shooting

The defendant is accused of shooting at his sister’s boyfriend following a dispute at a red light.

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City of Seattle sues gun stores in Auburn and Renton over Glock sales

The city alleges that they contribute to the conversion of Glocks to machine guns.

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WA officials respond to death of Charlie Kirk, political violence

Conservative activist was killed Sept. 10.

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Black Diamond resident Andrew Baim being led out of the courtroom after the jury started deliberating his verdict. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

‘True accountability’ achieved: Baim guilty of murdering Nick Valison

A jury convicted him of running over a beloved Ravensdale resident with a stolen truck in 2023.

Black Diamond resident Andrew Baim being led out of the courtroom after the jury started deliberating his verdict. Photo by Ray Miller-Still
Public Health – Seattle & King County staff administering COVID-19 vaccine to a local emergency responder. COURTESY PHOTO

Western states form vaccine alliance as Florida plans to end vaccine mandates

The Democratic governors of California, Oregon and Washington said Sept. 3 they are forming an alliance to coordinate vaccine recommendations for their states. Meanwhile, Florida… Continue reading

  • Sep 5, 2025
  • By Emily Fitzgerald Washington State Standard
Public Health – Seattle & King County staff administering COVID-19 vaccine to a local emergency responder. COURTESY PHOTO
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Woman sentenced for 2023 fatal hit-and-run in Federal Way

Receives just under 8 years after hitting a man on Pacific Highway South in a stolen truck.

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