The logo for the newly formed For a Better Renton association. Courtesy image

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For a Better Renton group eyes council elections and more

New association is intended to address local issues.

Renton City Councilmembers Ryan McIrvin (left) and Kim-Khánh Văn (right) will be running for Metropolitan King County Council District No. 5.

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2 Renton council members to run for King County Council seat

They will be running against four other candidates for the open position.

A new security provider will be patrolling the free public garage in downtown Renton. Photo by Drew Dotson

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Renton hires new security service for downtown parking garage

Pacific Security was selected as the lowest qualified bidder at $263,868.62.

Three positions on the Renton City Council will be on the ballot this year. Photo by Drew Dotson/Renton Reporter

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Renton City Council candidates file for general election

Local candidates also vie for King County Council seat.

The city’s new website launched in January. Screenshot

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Renton launches new city website

The city launched it in January 2025.

The Legacy Square will host events for the World Cup while also providing a last public space for events in Renton’s downtown. Courtesy of the city of Renton.

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Renton preps downtown for hosting World Cup action

Legacy Square will be used for public events and watch parties during the World Cup.

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Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone said Renton was one of the most efficient cities in the region at the 2025 State of the City.

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What is Renton’s daily cost per resident?

Mayor touts city’s efficiency ahead of budget expansion.

An aerial view of Renton highlighting the subarea set to change under the Rainier/Grady Junction TOD Subarea Plan. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Rainier/Grady junction plan keeps transportation in mind

Development is inspired by future transit center.

Construction is currently under way on bike lanes on S. 7th Street. Photo by Drew Dotson/The Reporter

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South 7th Street bike corridor construction is under way

Construction began in March and will continue through June.

Renton City Councilmember Kim-Khánh Van. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Renton councilmember joins National League of Cities 2025 Race Equity and Leadership Council

Renton City Councilmember Kim-Khánh Văn will serve on the National League of Cities 2025 Race Equity and Leadership…

The Renton Farmers Market will be in a new temporary location this summer due to construction. File photo

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Renton Farmers Market will have temporary new home this summer

Opening day for the market will be June 3.

The site of the Cleveland-Richardson Park has a variety of landscape from forests and fields to wetlands and streams. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Renton seeks public input on two park developments

Feedback welcome for Northeast Renton Park and Cleveland-Richardson Park.

The Paint with Purpose initiative is working to add more murals throughout Renton like this mural at Sunset Community Church, completed in June 13, 2024. Photo provided by city of Renton

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Mural program helps Renton businesses thwart graffiti

“This is our attempt to combat graffiti with a positive solution.”

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King County fingerprint ID levy is passing at the polls

Election results: The levy would authorize an additional property tax for seven years, beginning in 2026.

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Renton voters approve annexation of Fire District No. 40

Early election results posted Tuesday.

The city of Renton helps fund the Renton Student Health Hub, a resource to connect students to mental health assistance. File photo

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City approves funding for Renton Student Health Hub

The Renton Student Health Hub connects students to mental health and behavioral services thanks to funding by the…

The speed cushions can be straddled by emergency vehicles to not reduce response times. Photo by Drew Dotson/ Renton Reporter

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‘Speed cushions’ slow down drivers on Lake Washington Blvd.

Traffic study shows a significant decrease in speeding vehicles.

The city of Renton is considering ways to better protect LGBTQ+ rights in the city. File photo

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Renton City Council considers ways to protect LGBTQ rights

Debate revolves around creating a proclamation or a resolution.

Art displayed at Ascendance Pole & Aerial Arts in downtown Renton, as part of the Art Walk in 2020. File photo

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Art Walk returns to downtown Renton

The Art Walk is returning to downtown Renton to showcase the works of new emerging artists in a…

Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone announced Renton as a host to a national soccer team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the 2025 State of the City. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Renton to host national soccer team for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Mayor: “This is an opportunity for Renton to showcase ourselves on the world stage next year and we’re…