It feels like a place to say ‘let’s be a voice here.’”, The purpose of the event deeply rooted in non-violence was to bear witness, be a public voice and provoke conversations, Clark said. The National Guard has been told to be on the lookout for IEDs after reports that armed protesters are planning to disrupt the events surrounding the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden. South King Fire and Rescue Driver Engineer Ann Hoag is familiar with… Continue reading. Market data provided by Factset. At about 1:20 a.m. Jan. 6, a Washington State Patrol (WSP) trooper was traveling eastbound on I-90 from 150th Avenue SE in Bellevue when he ran the plates of a dark colored Chevrolet Tahoe and discovered it was stolen, according to WSP Trooper Rick Johnson. Looting attempts were made at several businesses hours after the peaceful protest ended and were not connected to Sunday’s event, said Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell. Surrounding businesses, including The Commons mall and Target, closed earlier Sunday afternoon in preparation for the protest, according to security guards. Please share your story tips by emailing editor@federalwaymirror.com. Schwan was unable to provide the number of responding Federal Way officers. Federal officers have been deploying tear gas to control and disperse protests over racial injustice in Portland, Ore., this week. The nearly 200-person crowd varied in age — from 7-year-old Kayden R. attending his first protest to adults who said they have seen the story of racial injustice and police brutality repeated over generations. Kurt Schwan. “I know crowd control tactics, and this is not what's happening. 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Peaceful protests were already happening for weeks when federal officers arrived on July 4. We’re brothers and sisters.”. Les propriétaires de PME qui ont déjà reçu un prêt maximal de 40000$ pourront accéder à 20000$ supplémentaires, dont 10000$ peuvent être convertis en subvention, a annoncé le premier ministre Justin Trudeau. “I think it’s the silence of white people letting the system continue in its current form at the expense — literally — of black lives for centuries.”. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo. Today: The Minneapolis police officer whose tactics led to George Floyd’s death had a long record of complaints of misconduct. That’s my hope.”. “I’m tired of all the inequalities that run in our communities, not just in our police system, but in our education system as well,” said Tuiaana, who works in the Tacoma School District. The death of Floyd, a black man in Minneapolis who was killed when a white officer kneeled on his neck for more than eight minutes, has sparked worldwide protests and backlash against systems that are seen as upholding racism. Protests in Portland followed, as they did around the country. Welcome to our FWEA community page. A Black Lives Matter activist who told Fox News last week that he’d followed a pro-Trump mob into the Capitol in order to “document” the siege is now the subject of a criminal complaint in connection with his alleged participation, according to the Justice Department. As the white mom of a mixed boy, Kautzman said she’s teaching her son it’s OK to stand up for what’s right, “and this is what’s right.”. Some restrictions will be eased beginning as soon as next week, the governor said. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo “The protest was peaceful and lawful, requiring no law enforcement intervention,” said FWPD Cmdr. The demonstration to protest the killing of George Floyd — and support the Black Lives Matter movement — took place May 31 at the intersection of Pacific Highway South and South 320th Street in Federal Way. 4 talking about this. Okay. “That’s become the way this place operates. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Mitchell pointed out the blatant inequalities resulting in the death of black men and women, such as the Feb. 23 death of unarmed 25-year-old Ahmaud Arbery, who was fatally shot while jogging in a residential neighborhood Georgia. Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Dec. 30-Jan. 3, Investigators classify Jan. 2 incident as “reckless act.”. Officers from the Federal Way Police Department are responding to Seattle to provide additional assistance after the evening’s protest events, officials say. Federal agents will remain in Portland to protect the federal courthouse but will rely on state police to deal with protesters outside the fence line, Homeland Security said or redistributed. “I think it’s important for white people to start speaking up and taking anti-racist actions,” said Trina Kaye, a white woman. The Federal Bureau of Prisons has instituted a “temporary national lockdown” in response to the protests raging across the United States, putting further … Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Updated Aug 06, 2020; Posted Jul 16, 2020 . All rights reserved. Two COVID-19 vaccines have been approved in the United States, and distribution of the vaccines is underway to staff at Washington hospitals, including Federal Way’s…. “We’ve had to teach our black brothers and our black sons to be safe around cops,” she said. Federal Way residents Eric Alozie, 51, and wife Trina Kaye, 50, stood tall on a corner of the intersection with signs supporting Black Lives Matter. The Valley Civil Disturbance Unit (VCDU) is a multi-agency unit including law enforcement from Federal Way, Auburn, Renton, Kent, Tukwila and the Port of Seattle. “I feel like this is going to be a movement that’s going to get some traction and we’ll actually see some change going forward. Federal Way police consistently drove through the intersection during the afternoon, although intervention was not necessary because of the amicable demonstration. While not involved in the organization of the event, FW Black Collective co-founder Lyn Idahosa attended Sunday’s protest to promote safety. Municipal Police Department protecting and serving the community of 97,840 Federal Way residents. We need to be there for each other. Cheryl Lee, a resident at SHAG apartments in Federal Way, held a green sign reading: “My grandsons’ lives matter.” Lee, a black woman, is the grandmother to four black grandsons ages 15 to 27 and said she worries about them living in today’s world. Our video shows how President Trump’s deployment ignited chaos. A Federal Way driver shot at Washington State Patrol Troopers several times during a pursuit in the early morning hours of Jan. 6. 35 talking about this. A protester holds a Black Lives Matter sign on Sunday, May 31, in Federal Way. “No legislating is going on. Have a Speaker his name is James Lewis and he is. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo, Federal Way officers in riot gear standby at Sunday’s peaceful protest in Federal Way. Avec 22 000 plaintes en moins d’un an, le président de l’office des transports du Canada, Scott Streiner, a expliqué à la Chambre des communes que le nombre de demandes baisserait si le gouvernement mettait au point son programme d’aide aux compagnies aériennes, assorti de remboursements. Continue reading. Due to lack of accountability among law enforcement, everyday people are subject to police brutality, especially black lives, said Northeast Tacoma resident Sergio Martinez. We are equal night. Kurt Schwan. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo, Protesters in Federal Way on Sunday, May 31. “We need to dismantle all of the things that are not working for each community. “We want to make sure the message isn’t getting lost here in Federal Way,” she said. Throughout the day on Sunday, demonstrations were held in many cities to protest the killing of George Floyd. “He needs to be out here supporting his heritage because I can’t do that for him,” said Kayden’s mother, Kayla Kautzman. Preliminary toxicology testing shows most overdose victims used multiple types of drugs. The streets of downtown Federal Way were lined with love as more than 200 individuals joined Sunday’s protest with face masks, support signs and passionate voices. LIVE: the last day of our 60 hour protest Today we celebrate the second birthday of Claim The Climate! Attendees also ranged from Federal Way residents to visitors from neighboring cities. The rider was arrested and booked into King County Jail for reckless driving. It’s heartbreaking,” she said. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Reflecting the demographics of Federal Way, the crowd had strong diversity among protesters. (We’ll only publish your name and hometown.) “Three months from now, are we going to have to do this again?”. “I’m angry … We’re out here because we want all of this killing to stop.”. Include your name, address and daytime phone number. By Karen Backman, political commentary. A Portland city commissioner said this week that far-left protesters have vandalized his home at least seven times since late October for his vote against defunding the police. The sound of explosions from … Black people have been ignored for speaking up about the years of injustice, so now is the time for white people to step up, speak up and advocate for the black community, she said. “Do you want us to teach them to jog differently so that they don’t get attacked?”. This year we were less people in real life, but many online. 35. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo, 12-year-old Doni Burkett holds a football reading “I Matter” while wearing a Collin Kaepernick jersey on Sunday, May 31 in Federal Way. 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The head of New York City’s largest police union on Thursday slammed the state attorney general’s lawsuit against the NYPD for its handling of protesters last year and said city leaders should instead be held accountable for ignoring the “criminals” who attacked officers with “bricks and firebombs.”. “I’m out here in support of those who have lost a son because of police violence, because of all violence,” she said before her voice caught with tears. Fox News contributor Miranda Devine slammed CNN's Don Lemon as "toxic" for claiming the violence during the summer's anti-police riots was justified because it was built on "facts," unlike the Capitol riot. Market data provided by Factset. Subscribe Today; News; Sports; Life; Business; Opinion; Calendar; Letters to the Editor; Obituaries; Classifieds; Protest for peace at a Federal Way corner. Mitchell said she remains hopeful the demonstrations can change hearts and prove power lies with the people. Thanks everyone for … The US protests beginning in May 2020 were sparked by the death in police custody of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota. “I am not here in any way to counterprotest or silence anyone’s right to protest,” he said of the Black Lives Matter protests. PORTLAND, Ore. — After President Trump ordered federal law enforcement officers into Portland, Ore., earlier this month, the protests largely ended the same way … “It was born out of a desire to be a witness in Federal Way. 1.9K likes. As a Pacific Islander and someone who identifies as queer, protester Mane Tuiaana said he is standing to make sure all communities are represented. Federal Way Education Association, Federal Way, WA. “We applaud the organizers who did a good job monitoring and running the event.”. To share your opinion for publication, submit a letter through our website https://www.federalwaymirror.com/submit-letter/. All rights reserved. He had arrived by bicycle for a way to escape if things got hairy and said this was his second night protesting. Johnson to resign from Federal Way City Council seat | Federal Way Mirror . federalwaymirror.com. Federal Way’s demonstration event was held to protest the May 27 death of George Floyd, a black man in Minneapolis who died after a white officer knelt on Floyd’s neck for nearly eight minutes as Floyd said “I can’t breathe.” The officer has since been charged with … ©2021 FOX News Network, LLC. Sunday’s crowd turnout was more than she expected, said 21-year-old Monique Phelps, who has also been participating in protests in other cities to raise awareness of her brother’s case. All lanes between S. 204th Street and S. 208th Street closed Friday night to Sunday night; detours available. Sound Transit blames real estate, construction market conditions for higher estimates. My colleague, Shaila Dewan, on … Legal Observers of the National Lawyers Guild also remained on the outskirts of the Sunday afternoon protest on standby for any potential civilian interactions with police. A symphony of honks from vehicles passing by were accompanied by individuals occasionally yelling “Black Lives Matter,” “show our power,” and “no justice, no peace.”. He said he was “enthused” about Sunday’s turnout, but also feels it is a catalyst for something bigger. “I personally believe that the B.L.M. “But if we stand together and we come out for them, they come out for us, we’re a stronger movement. Security concerns in Washington, D.C., ahead of the scheduled inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden have resulted in some scheduling changes, Biden’s staff said Thursday, according to a report. Legal Statement. I say you say we don't fight a legal way. The demonstration to protest the killing of George Floyd — and support the Black Lives Matter movement — took place May 31 at the intersection of Pacific Highway South and South 320th Street in Federal Way. “I feel like it won’t be just a day in time where ultimately he [George Floyd] is on a T-shirt,” he said. The 25-year-old driver attempted to elude troopers around 1:20 a.m. Jan. 6. Looters took advantage of the situation to damage property and steal … ©2021 FOX News Network, LLC. Because we’ve done this before,” said 22-year-old protester Denysha Mitchell. “The community has to talk about these issues for there to be the deep-seated change that’s needed.”. Around 10 p.m. May 31, Federal Way police received numerous calls about the looting of local businesses in downtown Federal Way, according to an internal email sent at 1:48 a.m. Monday by Federal Way Police Chief Andy Hwang. “Every single person has a responsibility in this fight against racism.”. Tickets with prizes worth $120K and $420K expire this month. Federal Way Chamber CEO, Kent City Councilmember among team. Protesters in Federal Way on Sunday, May 31. I say you say we all fight for equal fight. The responding officers are members of the Valley Civil Disturbance Unit, according to FWPD Cmdr. All lives cannot matter until black lives matter.”. “It’s like we’re going in circles. Please keep letters to 300 words or less. Hearing of none, she decided to take action with pastors David Aaron Johnson and Shari Lynn Johnson of TriWorship Church in Federal Way. “I really wanted there to be a presence in our community instead of going up to another city,” she said. COVID-19 vaccines come to St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo. Federal officers respond to Portland protests with gas, munitions Thursday amid growing attention from Trump administration . Federal Way native’s case has attracted the attention of a national advocacy group. Here’s what you need to know: The police use tear gas to clear a path for Trump to visit a damaged church. Angry protests continue nationwide a week after George Floyd’s death. Unless President Trump tells his followers forcefully to avoid violence, he will "bear responsibility" for any outbreaks in the runup to President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration, the lawmaker said. Passion, anger and hurt were evident in the voices of protesters, and also raised the question: Will things ever change? Yet many of those same hosts slammed Obama during a 2014 standoff in Nevada between federal law enforcement and armed militants defending rancher Cliven Bundy. Schwan was unable to provide the number of responding Federal Way officers. Event organizer Claire Morris Clark said she reached out to several black community leaders last Friday to find out about any upcoming protests in Federal Way. 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