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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.

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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.

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FAA fines Boeing $3.1 million for violations in Renton

The Federal Aviation Administration issued $3.1 million in proposed fines against The Boeing Company for safety violations in…

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

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City issues deadline to erect fence at abandoned building

The city has given the owners of the abandoned building in the 600 block of Park Avenue North…

The I-405/Renton to Bellevue Widening and Express Toll Lanes Project will cause a closure of southbound lanes this weekend. (Photo provided by WSDOT)

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Prepare for southbound I-405 closures this weekend

There will be a full closure of I-405 southbound this weekend.

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City of Renton purchases 10 new vehicles for parks department

The city of Renton recently purchased 10 vehicles to add to its fleet.

Wetlands in the city will see the biggest impact from the update to the Critical Areas Ordinance. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Renton to revise environmental regulations

Critical Areas Ordinance would further protect sensitive areas and would mostly affect developers.

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Parks bond under consideration for future ballot in Renton

The city of Renton is considering a parks bond to better invest in the future of Renton’s parks.

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Council considers new public safety tax in Renton

House Bill 2015, passed earlier this year, allows city councils to enact a tax for “criminal justice purposes.”

Volunteer Park Café and Pantry in Seattle is an example of small-scale retail in residential. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Renton wants to incorporate small stores into neighborhoods

Planner said Renton also has a need for more “third spaces.”

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Renton road closures: Week of Sept. 2

Here are the road closures for the city of Renton during the week of Sept. 2.

The new live-edge tables are in the private room at the Water’s Table. Photo provided by Hyatt Regency Lake Washington

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Renton hotel features ‘live-edge’ wooden tables

Tables crafted by local artists now adorn the restaurant in Hyatt Regency Lake Washington in Renton.