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Council approves sales tax increase for public safety in Renton

The Renton City Council approved a sales tax increase to fund public safety efforts in the city.

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Renton road closures | Week of Oct. 20

Here are the road closures for the city of Renton during the week of Oct. 20.

The stage will be the main component of Legacy Square Phase 2 and will be used for showing the World Cup matches next summer. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Legacy Square project in downtown Renton moves along

Park will serve as a public viewing area for the 2026 World Cup matches.

Founder Miny Tefesse accepted the Minority-Owned Small Business of the Year award on behalf of Abyssinia Beauty School.

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Two Renton small businesses honored by King County

Baile Dior Studios LLC and Abyssinia Salon and Beauty School were honored.

Vehicles passing through flooded street. File photo

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Renton teams with county on disaster preparedness

Floods and earthquakes are among top threats to Renton residents.

The Carco Theatre is located at 1717 Maple Valley Highway in Renton. Courtesy photo

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North Renton Neighborhood Association hosts candidate forum

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the event will run 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 14.

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Southbound I-405 closure this weekend

A section of southbound I-405 will be closed this weekend as lane widening efforts continue.

The former Boeing 10-16 building in Renton. File Photo

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Renton encourages businesses to occupy vacant buildings

The city of Renton is changing an ordinance to encourage businesses to occupy vacant commercial spaces.

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Grant helps Renton continue food waste separation program

All businesses will have to follow these standards by 2030.

Mayor Armondo Pavone presents the proclamation to Renton Technical College Executive Director of the Office of Innovation and Strategic Partnership Wade Parrott III. Courtesy photo

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Renton celebrates Workforce Development Month

The city of Renton celebrated the first Workforce Development Month with a proclamation and a reception.

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Renton residents will see increase in sewer rates

The city of Renton is preparing for an increase in the King County sewer rate in 2026.

Location of the property, as seen on the King County Parcel Viewer. Screenshot

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Council OKs purchase of property near Cedar River Park

The city of Renton will soon purchase land to expand the boundaries of the Renton Community Center and…

The free public garage in downtown Renton. File photo

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Renton to raise sales tax for ‘criminal justice purposes’

Renton is moving forward with an additional sales tax that local leaders say will help combat crime in…

The Renton Regional Fire Authority are hosting the 2025 Scout Night on Oct. 7

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RRFA and RPD to host 2025 Scout Night

The Renton Regional Fire Authority is holding a free event for kids to learn safety skills and meet…

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Renton road closures the week of Sept. 29

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Southbound I-405 will be closed near Renton this weekend. Courtesy image

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Southbound I-405 closure this weekend near Renton

Drivers on southbound I-405 will have to take a detour this weekend due to a closure near Renton.

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Renton road closures the week of Sept. 22

Here are the road closures for the city of Renton during the week of Sept. 22.

Taxiway Alpha is more than 20 years old and has many sealed cracks from years of repair. Photo provided by Manny Cruz

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Renton airport will upgrade its main taxiway

The Renton Municipal Airport will soon start construction on revitalizing Taxiway Alpha with more than $17 million in…

The Auburn Food Bank at 2806 Auburn Way N. provides nourishment for people in need. Photo by Drew Dotson/The Reporter

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Renton looks to Auburn for homelessness solutions

Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone said officials are looking to change the way they handle homelessness in the city.

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Renton road closures the week of Sept. 15

Here are the road closures for the city of Renton during the week of Sept. 15.