Northwest
State regulators keep Puget Sound Energy rates steady
Rate adjustments ease economic impact during COVID-19 pandemic
News
Governor doubles down on mask rules
Inslee: Starting July 7, businesses do not serve those who do not wear a mask
News
Summer vehicle travel projected to decrease this year
Traffic this summer will likely be lighter across Washington state than previous years.
News
Politicians get pay raises, state workers get furloughs
A citizens panel approved the hikes in 2019. Unable to rescind them, lawmakers look to donate their extra…
Opinion
Editorial: Stopping COVID is now up to each of us
With a resurgence threatening, we need to take greater responsibility to keep the virus in check.
News
Judge invalidates Gov. Inslee’s veto in roads budget
Lawmakers said the governor crossed a constitutional line.
News
Sound Transit gets $100 million federal grant for Federal Way light rail extension
Portion of $790 million payment toward $3.1 billion project
News
Drive-by shooting at Coulon Park Tuesday interrupted memorial
Two were shot, one with life threatening injuries. Renton Police Department is investigating.
News
King County cases among younger adults drives increase in COVID-19 numbers
Over half of all new cases are among people ages 20-39
Northwest
Stay local with summer travel plans | State Department of Health
Officials want people to limit cross-state travel to help slow spread of COVID-19
News
Universities and colleges may reopen in fall, governor says
His order requires masks and physical distancing, among other measures, to help prevent infections.
News
Renton collection agency sued over collection letters for unenforceable debts
Convergent Outsourcing sent over 75,000 deceptive letters asking for settlements on debts that were already past the statute…
News
Kent man killed in shooting at Cedar River, suspect arrested
34-year-old suspect is being held on bail for $1 million
Opinion
Renton needs a defined timetable for homeless shelter | Guest editorial
By Armondo Pavone and Ruth Pérez, Special to the Renton Reporter
News
Free COVID-19 testing sites in Federal Way, Renton see large turnout
The King County testing sites were provided in part by Beyoncé’s BeyGood Initiative
Business
Kids culinary school opens in Covington
The school takes the unknown out of cooking for kids, owner Deb O’Brien said.
Northwest
Changes coming to Port of Seattle Police Department
Hiring practices, commitment to diversity, use of force
News
Bellevue police arrest Renton man and others in connection to downtown Bellevue looting
Police say they’ve recovered $50,000 in stolen items and identified almost 100 suspects