News
Initial August primary results roll in | ELECTIONS
The top two vote-getters in each race advance to the Nov. 7 general election.
News
Cooling shelters open at Renton Community Center and Renton Senior Activity Center
National Weather Service issues excessive heat warning this week
Obituaries
DAVID JAMES THOMPSON
David James Thompson died peacefully July 15, 2017, surrounded by family and friends. He suffered complications from a…
Business
Panera Bread in Renton to host job fair on Aug. 3
The job fair for delivery drivers will be held 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Renton location,…
Sports
Seahawks and Safeway announce partnership extension
“Shop and Score” is an in-store program that allows for shoppers to win weekly prizes.
News
Renton School District accepting applications for vacant board member position
Applicants must reside within District No. 1 service area — the southwest portion of the school district.
Life
National Night Out scheduled for Tuesday
The 10th annual event is 4 to 7 p.m., Aug. 1 at Tiffany Park.
News
Paving crews pick up the pace on SR 169 in Renton
The work will now take place during two weekends in August.
Opinion
The battle for water continues | COMMENTARY
July 19 arrived with a sense of possibility that lawmakers could solve the two remaining riddles in this…
News
Dunn encourages Fairwood area residents to apply for Sound Transit Citizen Committee
Metropolitan King County Council Vice Chair Reagan Dunn is asking anyone who is registered to vote, live in…
News
Renton police seeks public assistance to identify burglars | VIDEO
Surveillance footage shows two women stealing an electric guitar and credit card.
Business
Local businesses — be aware of phishing scams
Washington Department of Revenue is warning local businesses to be aware of email phishing scams.
Opinion
Qualification and commitment over name recognition: Why I’m voting for Diane Dobson | LETTER
As a third generation life-long resident of Renton, I have personally witnessed the growth and consequential impact on…
Opinion
Ruth Perez ‘embraces the opinions of all’ | LETTER
I am in my 18th year as a Renton City Council member, and currently in my opinion we…
Opinion
I want Jamian Smith on my team | LETTER
I was one of Jami’s earliest endorsers and I have never regretted my decision. Getting to know Jami…
Opinion
Armondo Pavone is ‘always open to diverse perspectives’ | LETTER
What do you need to know about the current council candidates in order to make an informed decision…
News
Section of state Route 900 to close beginning July 28
The closure will run from 164th Avenue Southeast to Duvall Avenue Northeast.
Poll
Are you having to change your habits to comply with the tougher distracted-driving law?
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News
Soos Creek Trail closes for three weeks for repair
The 2.7-mile trail will close beginning July 31.