Federal Way Mirror

The Mirror stands as the top source for news and events in Federal Way. Released every Friday, it offers home delivery and individual copies, reaching over 30,000 readers. Serving a community of more than 85,000 residents, The Mirror has been reporting on local news, sports, business, and community matters since 1998. As the official newspaper of the city, we provide comprehensive coverage through both our print and online platforms, ensuring that Federal Way is informed like never before.

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Man sentenced for 2020 assault that killed 61-year-old

6 days ago | federalwaymirror.com | Joshua Solorzano

A man who beat a 61-year-old Federal Way resident in 2020, causing his death, has been sentenced to 17 years in prison. Francis Kamu Mackenzie, 33, was sentenced June 13 to 204 months in prison for second-degree murder stemming from a Feb. 3, 2020, incident in the parking lot of Arbor Woods Apartments, 1800 S. 330th St., where he assaulted a 61-year-old man, Jong Hwa Hyun, causing injuries that led to his death five months later.
Man gets nine-year sentence in death of Decatur grad

1 week ago | federalwaymirror.com | Joshua Solorzano

A 21-year-old man was sentenced to nine years in prison for manslaughter after his second-degree murder charge for shooting a Decatur High School graduate in the abdomen was reduced as part of a plea agreement. On June 13, Kajali Camara, 21, was sentenced to 108 months — nine years — in prison for first-degree manslaughter.
Customs by Christina’s arrangements are right on the money

2 weeks ago | federalwaymirror.com | Mariah J. Hill

Customs By Christina is a luxury arrangement business to showcase a loved one’s special day. Federal Way resident Christina Freeman is the owner and creator of the bouquets who runs the business out of her home. Freeman said she makes each arrangement by hand with love. “It takes me about an hour and a half,” she said.
First Amendment thoughts ahead of weekend protests | Whale’s Tales

2 weeks ago | federalwaymirror.com | Robert Whale

For all their flaws, the founders of the United States were brilliant. Keen students of history, too — aware of what tyrannical governments had done in the past, and determined that the nation they were forming should not repeat those mistakes. Case in point: The First Amendment to the Constitution.
The concept of ‘habeas corpus’ deserves a closer look | Whale’s Tales

3 weeks ago | federalwaymirror.com | Robert Whale

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem recently defined habeas corpus before a congressional hearing as “the right that the president has to be able to remove people from this country.”And blew it. OK, if habeas corpus says zip, nada, zilch about a president’s right to remove people from the United States, what does it say? Here are a few helpful facts that the former governor of North Dakota forgot in her gaffe.
Jumpin’ Geron: FWHS senior leads charge in the air

3 weeks ago | federalwaymirror.com | Benjamin Ray

When it comes to state track and field, the terms Federal Way and jumps are almost always after a first place podium announcement. This year was no different as senior Geron White took home two top finishes at the WIAA State Track and Field meet at Mount Tahoma on May 29-31. “People know that there are different levels to this. Some people do what they can, some people do track to prepare for other sports. I do this because it’s my life. Everything I do out here I take it to heart.
Federal Way’s Austin May and Meeghan Meagher named Athletes of the Year

3 weeks ago | federalwaymirror.com | Benjamin Ray

Federal Way High School swept the Federal Way Mirror Athletes of the Year awards this year as both senior Austin May and senior Meeghan Meagher were selected by the community. Held June 2 at Federal Way High School, the Athlete of the Year Ceremony is an annual celebration by both Federal Way Public Schools and the Federal Way Mirror to honor the athletic achievements of students at all four high schools.
Brief overnight SR 167 closures this month in Renton, Kent and Auburn

3 weeks ago | federalwaymirror.com | Steve Hunter

Drivers should prepare for brief overnight closures a few dates this month of northbound and southbound State Route 167 in Kent, Renton and Auburn. Contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will be installing sign bridges and toll gantry structures as part of the SR 167 Corridor Improvements Project, according to WSDOT.
Sometimes a politician’s instincts just stink | Whale’s Tales

4 weeks ago | federalwaymirror.com | Robert Whale

I have been thinking lately about politicians who go on about their sensitivity to, and instinct for, the pulse of the common man. A boast that no doubt hints at heightened situational awareness and an inborn ability to respond appropriately, effectively and tactfully to any high-pressure situation. “Politicians with their ears so close to the ground they’ve got crickets in it,” as an old American saying goes.
Man sentenced for fatal 2021 crash that killed Federal Way woman

4 weeks ago | federalwaymirror.com | Joshua Solorzano

A man was sentenced to a little under three years in prison in for a Dec. 2021 vehicular homicide on 15th Street in Auburn. On May 23, King County Superior Court Judge Paul Crisalli sentenced Ronnie Darnell Franklin Jr., 28, to 34 months in the Washington State Department of Corrections for the charge of vehicular homicide. He additionally received a 12-month sentence for vehicular assault that will run at the same time as the 34-month sentence.