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Valley staff protesting retirement cuts

The union representing these nurses and healthcare workers states Valley Medical Center is it’s only represented employer proposing…

Families impacted by police killings travel to Seattle for June 18 gathering

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Families impacted by police killings travel to Seattle for June 18 gathering

Nationwide list includes Kent, Auburn victims

Thousands of trees coming down along I-5 for light rail line

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Thousands of trees coming down along I-5 for light rail line

Nearly 8,600 between SeaTac and Federal Way

King County could be in Phase 2 this week

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King County could be in Phase 2 this week

The county was planning on applying on Monday.

County executive wants cities to drop opposition to revised officer-involved shooting inquests

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County executive wants cities to drop opposition to revised officer-involved shooting inquests

Kent, Auburn, Federal Way mayors say they won’t back down

County executive wants cities to drop opposition to revised officer-involved shooting inquests

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County executive wants cities to drop opposition to revised officer-involved shooting inquests

Renton, Kent, Auburn, Federal Way mayors say they won’t back down

On Monday afternoon, the newer trees around Common Ground Coffee and Cupcakes were already removed but the at-least 13 year old Maple tree remained at an intersection that is being improved for the Wells and Williams two-way conversion project. Photo by Haley Ausbun.

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Common Ground Cupcakes tree removal now on hold

Update: Contractors are no longer removing tree on Tuesday, allowing time for city to hear public concerns

Courtesy Renton Fire AIFF Local 864.

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Small plane crashes near Renton Stadium

The two occupants have minor injuries

Police investigate suspicious device at Kennydale gas station

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Police investigate suspicious device at Kennydale gas station

Police state the mysterious device from Tuesday, June 9, turned out to be two large black tubes willed…

Chris Reykdal, Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction, in a screenshot from his virtual press conference June 11. Courtesy of TVW

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WA classrooms to reopen this fall, says state superintendent

Chris Reykdal says in-person instruction is possible if schools comply with safety rules.

King County Metro/File photo

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Despite budget troubles, Metro will move forward with Renton-Kent-Auburn plan

King County Metro releases Fall 2020 service plans, 50 routes to be suspended

Washington families can get help to buy food during school closures

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Washington families can get help to buy food during school closures

Pandemic EBT available early July for children whose schools closed due to COVID-19

Poison Center records increase in poison exposures during COVID-19

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Poison Center records increase in poison exposures during COVID-19

Poison exposures from the misuse of chemicals spiked 53 percent in the early days of the pandemic.

Protesters grew in numbers each time they gathered at Renton City Hall, marching through the downtown streets. Photo by David Nelson.

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Photos: In Renton, a week of protests say Black lives matter

“Don’t be afraid. We see you and hear you.”

Future of new sex ed law may rest in the hands of voters

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Future of new sex ed law may rest in the hands of voters

Opponents are confident they have enough signatures to put a referendum on the November ballot.

King County Library System to slowly reopen after 3 month closure

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King County Library System to slowly reopen after 3 month closure

Now in Phase 1.5, KCLS will gradually allow book returns with strict guidelines.

Courtesy city of Renton.

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Expect traffic signal changes at South Third Street intersections this week

The changes are part of the city’s conversion of Wells and Williams avenues to two-way.

The YMCA of Greater Seattle opened its King County branches to provide child care centers dedicated to serving the families of essential workers. Courtesy photo

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Child care shortage could follow COVID-19 pandemic

Around 25 percent of child care facilities have closed across the state.

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Have a say in the Coulon Park playground design

The city is hosting a survey about new playground ideas for a needed upgrade

Closures on I-5 in SeaTac for Federal Way Link construction

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Closures on I-5 in SeaTac for Federal Way Link construction

Along southbound lanes over three weeks