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Speed cushions along Lake Washington Boulevard have reduced speeding on the street, according to a 2024 traffic study. File photo

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Renton PD will step up traffic patrols with new grant

The city of Renton is receiving grant money to help fund traffic patrols in the city in pursuit…

High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) Signals in Renton. Courtesy photo

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New crosswalk signals coming to Lake Washington Blvd.

New High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) Signals will soon allow pedestrians to more safely cross Lake Washington Boulevard in…

Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone received the VISION 2050 Award on behalf of the city for its work on the Rainier/Grady Junction Transit-Oriented Development Subarea. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Renton honored by regional council for planning efforts

The city of Renton received an award for its work on the Rainier/Grady Junction Transit-Oriented Development subarea.

Harrison was identified as the man shoplifting a sledgehammer in a Home Depot before driving off in a car matching one of the getaway vehicles from the latest jewelry robbery. Photos provided by Renton Police Department

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Suspect charged in Renton Cash America robbery

A man was arrested and charged for the robbery of a Cash America in Renton after being connected…

The map shows the detour southbound 1-405 traffic will take this weekend through Renton. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Southbound I-405 near Renton will be closed this weekend

A full closure of I-405 southbound near Renton is expected over the Halloween weekend.

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Renton road closures: Week of Oct. 27

Here are the road closures for the city of Renton during the week of Oct. 27.

Sockeye salmon with their morphed bodies, changed during the spawning season, in the Cedar River. File photo

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Renton steps up projects to help salmon population

It’s salmon season, and Renton has rededicated its efforts to help salmon populations in the two river basins…

Renton City Hall. File Photo

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Renton plans to adjust revenue and spending budget

Here’s a look at the increased expenditures and more the city faces from upcoming projects.

Renton City Council candidates gathered at the Carco Theatre to share their platforms to the public. Drew Dotson/Renton Reporter

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Renton City Council candidates gather at forum | Election 2025

Event hosted by North Renton Neighborhood Association.

The murals are on shipping containers on the Benson Bruin Football Association’s property. Photo provided by Rick Moreno

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New mural part of Renton program to battle graffiti

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

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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.