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Renton City Council sets AI data center moratorium in motion

The city of Renton is looking to ban data centers from within the city limits.

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Assault over a basketball | Renton Police Blotter

Sexual offense: On June 3, Renton police received a report from the Department of Children, Youth and Families…

A kilogram of heroin was seized from Hernandez's truck during his arrest. Photo provided by the U.S. Attorney’s Office

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Renton man sentenced to 7 years for distributing heavy drugs

A long-time Renton resident was sentenced to seven years in prison for distributing “pound quantities of methamphetamine and…

The individual pictured is a suspect in the arson at Walmart and police are seeking public help in identifying the individual. Photo provided by Renton Police Department

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Renton police seeking suspect in Walmart arson

Renton Police are searching for a suspect in the arson at Walmart on Friday night.

Renton Police Chief Jon Schuldt talked about the scope of the RPD’s work as security during the FIFA World Cup at the June 1 Renton Committee of the Whole meeting . Courtesy image.

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FIFA: Renton Police to offer security for Belgium team

The Renton Police Department will be helping with the security operations for the Belgium National team during their…

Kids break in the new futsal court of opening day of the Legacy Square. Photo by Drew Dotson.

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Kickoff for Legacy Square in time for World Cup

The Legacy Square in downtown Renton is now open and ready to host FIFA World Cup watch parties…

Airspace around The Landing and the Seattle Sounders facility is restricted for drone pilots during the FIFA World Cup. Photo provided by Tukwila Police Department

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FAA restricts drones in Renton for World Cup

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is limiting airspace in Renton and Tukwila for drone pilots during the FIFA…

Renton Police arrest former youth pastor Derek Nelson on Wednesday, May 27. Photo provided by Renton Police Department

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Ex-youth pastor in Renton charged with child molestation

A former youth pastor in Renton was charged for allegedly sexually exploiting a 13-year-old boy during a church…

Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone testifies at the Sound Transit Board of Directors meeting May 28. Courtesy photo/Armondo Pavone

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Sound Transit approves money for Renton parking garage

Sound Transit will now be building a $100 million parking garage at the future Renton Transit Center.

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What does it cost to attend the World Cup?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup may end up being one of the most expensive in history for fans…

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The renderings of the Renton Transit Center presented at the May 18 committee of the whole meeting does not include a parking garage.

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Proposed Renton Transit Center has no parking garage

Sound Transit’s proposed plan for the Renton Transit Center now does not include a parking garage for commuters.

A section of Logan Avenue will be closed from May 26 to Oct. 2 for more pedestrian walkway during summer events. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Logan Avenue closes for pedestrian safety downtown

A portion of Logan Avenue will be closed all summer in downtown Renton.

Renton Police arrest former youth pastor Derek Nelson on Wednesday, May 27. Photo provided by Renton Police Department

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Former youth pastor accused of sex offenses

A former youth pastor has been arrested for suspicion of two felony sexual offenses, and Renton police are…

Many public transportation options are available for those looking to avoid street traffic during the World Cup. Pictured: Crowds board the Sound Transit Link Light Rail at Star Lake station. File photo

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Road construction will be limited during World Cup to aid traffic

The Washington State Department of Transportation will be restricting and limiting work on several major construction projects during…

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The site under construction in Renton.

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Renton gets ready to celebrate downtown Heart Block ahead of World Cup

The city of Renton has scheduled a celebration of the grand debut of the Legacy Square, the revitalized…

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The Benson Hill neighborhood was annexed into the city of Renton in 2008.

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Renton eyes the future of Cascade Village, Benson Hill revitalization

Renton’s community plan for the Benson Hill neighborhood uses a feedback-focused approach to developing the city’s most recent…

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Renton police chief responds to council decision on Flock cameras

Renton’s police chief publicly responded to the city council’s decision to shut down automated license plate readers.

The approved plan for the Renton High School reconstruction has baseball and softball fields where South Tillicum Street and South Tobin Street currently sit. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Renton High School expansion advances despite concerns over street vacation

The Renton City Council approved a street vacation crucial to the current design of the new Renton High…

A homeless camp prior to crews cleaned it up in Mill Creek Canyon in Kent. COURTESY FILE PHOTO, City of Kent

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King County homelessness program’s fate is unclear amid financial problems

The King County Council is demanding action in correcting the $45 million budget deficit of the King County…

The map shows the location of the Grand Connection Crossing and the land within the Tax Increment Area. Photo provided by King County

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Bellevue’s Grand Connection Crossing gets county assistance

King County will be helping the city of Bellevue build a vehicle-free crossing over I-405 through a 25-year…