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KC prosecutor’s office supports catalytic converter theft legislation

ESHB 2153 would make catalytic converters traceable and harder to sell illegally.

Project site map for Lind Avenue SW Storm System Improvement Project. (Screenshot from city documents)

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Renton seeks funding for Springbrook Creek flood project

Flood water has resulted in the closure of SW 43rd Street twice in the past five years.

Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority service area map. (Courtesy of Puget Sound Fire)

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Puget Sound Fire agrees to continue sharing FD CARES service with Renton

FD CARES is alternative response model that works proactively to reduce the emergency response load.

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DOJ settles with King County Sheriff’s Office in agreement to improve language access

OLEO has previously expressed concerns about the office’s language access policies.

King County Crime Dive podcast.

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The end of traditional youth jail | KC Crime Dive podcast

In this episode, we look at how King County is moving toward ending traditional youth detention in favor…

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Screenshot from a report in the 2023-2025 Capital Budget Request Design rendering of the public square surrounding the renovated Pavilion Building.

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Renton Pavilion Events Center redesign may finish in 2026

City accepts $1.5 million in federal funding with extended timeline of construction.

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Renton’s minimum wage measure is passing in early vote counts

If passed, Initiative Measure No. 23-02 would make Renton’s minimum wage one of the highest in the nation.

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Ex-Seahawk awaits sentencing | KC Crime Dive podcast

In this episode, former Seahawks player Chad Wheeler awaits sentencing for domestic violence charges. Also: Kent police arrest…

The plane door that flew off of the Alaska Airlines flight 1282 Boeing 737-9 MAX found by NTSB investigators in a Portland resident’s backyard. (Courtesy of NTSB)

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Amended lawsuit filed against Boeing, Alaska Airlines in wake of NTSB report

22 plaintiffs are listed in the amended lawsuit.

Inert AIR-2 Genie rocket found at Bellevue residence. (Courtesy of Bellevue Police Department)

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Missile used to carry nuclear warhead found at Bellevue residence

Bomb squad members inspected the object and learned that it was in fact a Douglas AIR-2 Genie.

Ramandeep Mann (left) spoke against the Raise the Wage ballot initiative as Michael Westgaard (right) spoke for it during a forum Jan. 31 at Carco Theatre in Renton. (Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing)

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Minimum wage initiative: Renton community members discuss misconceptions and more

Renton voters will decide whether to implement one the highest minimum wages in the country in Feb. 13…

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Plans for renovations and updates at the Henry Moses Aquatic Center.

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City seeks grant to improve Henry Moses Aquatic Center

Facility needs several repairs and updates, according to the city.

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Existing and proposed bike paths and bike lanes in Renton.

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Renton proposes a variety of new bike paths and bike lanes

Projects were proposed for roadways and neighborhood greenways across the city.

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King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion.

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King County prosecutor announces efforts to increase school safety

KCPAO says it plans to better work with schools and districts with legal matters involving students.

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Washington State Office of Homeless Youth awards $4.8 million in grants

Several programs in King County received grant funding.

Pictured left to right: Sen. Bob Hasegawa (D), Rep. David Hackney, and Rep. Steve Bergquist (Courtesy of Democratic Caucus)

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What are the priorities of legislators representing Renton?

Lawmakers sponsor bills spanning from educational funding to new firearm industry responsibilties.

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Dept. of Commerce invests $312.6 million in housing opportunities

The funding is being called a “historic” investment in units and homes for low-income homebuyers.

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Small plane crashes on side of Auburn roadway

The plane’s sole occupant was taken to the hospital with “minor” injuries.

The plane door that flew off of the Alaska Airlines flight 1282 Boeing 737-9 MAX found by NTSB investigators in a Portland resident’s backyard. (Courtesy of NTSB)

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Passengers sue Boeing, Alaska Airlines after plane door blew out mid-flight

The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the incident.

E. Bailey Medilo, 18, of Renton urged council members to vote “yes” on on the motion to adopt a minimum wage increase at the Dec. 4 meeting. Medilo is part of the “Raise the Wage in Renton” campaign, which began when they were 17 and a senior at Renton High School. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Renton voters face big decision on minimum wage

If approved in February special election, city would have one of the highest minimum wages in the nation.