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Perez joins Renton Regional Fire Authority Governance Board

Renton City Councilmember and Council President-elect Ruth Pérez will serve on the Renton Regional Fire Authority Governance Board…

Downtown Renton on Houser Way and Williams Ave. S. File photo

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Renton revises B&O tax to include certain services

Changes to the Renton Business and Occupation tax will change how certain businesses and practices are classified for…

Rainier Grady Transit Oriented Development subarea. Courtesy of the City of Renton

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Renton updates transportation goals with growth in mind

The city of Renton is keeping growth in mind by amending the transportation element of its comprehensive plan.

Renton Officer Robert Onishi is using the new technology in his body cam to translate while speaking with a non-English speaker in a demonstration. Photo provided by the Renton Police Department

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Renton Police Department will get more AI technology

Upgrades will assist with language translation, self-defense and drones.

Santa stands among a sea of presents at the “North Pole.” Photo courtesy of Greg Bakke.

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The Forgotten Children’s Fund brings gifts and joy for nearly 50 years

Santa Claus is coming to town and he is bringing gifts to the underserved families this holiday season.

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Renton City Council announces committee members

The Renton City Council prepared for the new year by announcing committees at their final city council meeting…

The highlighted parcels show the land the city wants to use for a parks maintenance shop and possibly a resource center. Photo taken from King County Parcel Viewer

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City to acquire four properties on East Valley Road

The city of Renton is using eminent domain to acquire property for a parks maintenance shop and possibly…

The map outlines the 12.5-acre property that will add to the Cedar River Park. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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City officially buys 12.5 acres next to Cedar River Park

The city of Renton has officially purchased 12.5 acres of land to expand the Cedar River Park.

The new playground design, created by Northwest Playground Equipment, will be built at Highlands Park next spring. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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New playground is coming to Highlands Park

A new playground will soon be coming to the Renton Highlands neighborhood.

The flood in 2020 caused large amounts of the embankment of the Cedar River to wash away in places. Photo courtesy of the city of Renton

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City still fixing Cedar River damage caused by 2020 flood

The city of Renton continues work toward repairing damages on the Cedar River caused by flooding back in…

Councilmember Ruth Perez was appointed 2026 Renton City Council President. Courtesy photo

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Ruth Perez chosen as Renton City Council president

With the 2025 election season coming to a close and the incumbents retaining their Renton City Council positions,…

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Renton extends closure of Houser Way N.

The closure of Houser Way N. in Renton for the I-405 widening has been extended.

The map highlights the portions of Fifth and Sixth Street that will be have sidewalks restored. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Sidewalk improvements coming to Maplewood neighborhood

A section of sidewalk in the Maplewood neighborhood will soon be repaired to improve pedestrian safety.

All permitted food businesses in King County, from restaurants to food trucks, should have a food safety rating sign from Public Health displayed for customers. Photo courtesy of Public Health - Seattle & King County

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King County sees rise in unpermitted food vendors

Food safety rating signage now includes mobile food vendors.

The new offices will allow the airport to move administrative duties out of the current control tower. Photo courtesy of the city of Renton

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Renton airport unveils new administration office

The Renton Municipal Airport is celebrating its 100th anniversary with the opening of a new administration office and…

The Ms on the map mark the traffic lights that will be upgraded to be incorporated into the SCOOT system. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Renton to upgrade traffic lights to adjust for peak times

More traffic lights in Renton will soon have vehicle detection technology to help alleviate traffic jams at busy…

City Center Parking Garage in downtown Renton. File Photo

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Renton extends free use of downtown parking garage

Visitors to downtown Renton will continue to have a free parking option at the City Center Parking Garage.

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Renton road closures: Week of Nov. 24

Here are the road closures for the city of Renton during the week of Nov. 24.

Volunteers are needed each week to help sort food on Mondays and Wednesdays, as well as helping at events. Photo provided by Sustainable Renton

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Sustainable Renton steps up to feed the community

“We’re doing our best to kind of make sure there is food available.”

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Renton preps for new fire station in the Highlands

The city of Renton is planning to vacate a right-of-way for a new fire station in the Highlands.