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Small plane crashes at Renton Municipal Airport
Two plane passengers were found conscious with injuries.
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Candidate steals hammers; Kent marks 17th homicide in 2023 | King County Crime Dive podcast
In this episode, a Federal Way City Council candidate was accused of stealing from a hardware store; and…
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Police officer still on payroll while awaiting murder trial | King County Crime Dive podcast
In this episode, an update on Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson, who is still on the city payroll…
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Grant funding goes to King County hospitality businesses
Washington State Dept. of Commerce gives $79 million across the state’s hospitality sector.
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King County Council targets “forever chemicals” in wastewater
The motion would initiate a study on how to mitigate the Puget Sound’s exposure to the toxic runoff.
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Renton to implement household hazardous waste programs
City to accept grant funding from King County to put toward waste reduction, recycling and education.
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Executive director of the King County Library System announces retirement
After five years with KCLS, Lisa Rosenblum’s retirement will be effective Nov. 30, 2023
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King County parks projects receive $24M in grant funding
Nearly $190 million awarded in total for outdoor recreation and habitat conservation across the state.
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Boy on scooter dies at scene of collision | King County Crime Dive podcast
In this episode, Bellevue police recover 3D-printed ghost guns from a drive-by shooting suspect; Valley SWAT arrests a…
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Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy to appear on August ballot
King County voters will decide whether to renew the social services levy.
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Fireworks determined to be cause of roof fire at The Landing
Structure fire at Vino at The Landing was estimated to have caused $1 million in damage.
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County reports a ‘concerning number’ of drownings already in 2023
At least 12 people have drowned in rivers, lakes, and Puget Sound waters this year.
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Ahoy, Hazen!: Students take nautical voyage on the Schooner Adventuress
Students were able to get hands-on experience and practice STEM skills while sailing the boat.
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Premier Meat Pies brings savory confections to Downtown Renton
The pie shop recently opened its doors on June 17.
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Closer look at King County gun violence stats | King County Crime Dive podcast
In this episode, we look at how King County has seen a reduction in gun violence so far…
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No, the real Renton police chief is not calling you for money
The scammer reportedly told a victim that a warrant was issued for her arrest.
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Renton City Council approves new speed limits on some roads
Speed limits on several non-arterial roads in Renton will be reduced to 20 mph.
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Renton Regional Fire Authority reports May 2023 incident response data
The department also gave details on several incidents it responded to in May.
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Renton’s renter population outpaces homeownership in last decade
City staff presented market data and recommended actions to protect tenants.
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South King County’s new recycling and transfer station under construction
The state-of-the-art facility in Algona is expected to open in 2026.