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Answers sought in investigation of man’s death

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Answers sought in investigation of man’s death

Brian Gatewood’s lawsuit against city of Renton was dismissed, but he’s still seeking justice.

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Police take down marijuana grow houses in Renton and Newcastle

More than 1,200 plants and 14 pounds of marijuana were found.

Holiday food drive this Saturday, and more community news

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Holiday food drive this Saturday, and more community news

News and Notes for Dec. 14, 2018

Mary Lynn Pannen, founder and CEO of Sound Options, has consulted thousands of Washington families on geriatric care for 30 years. Photo courtesy of Sound Options.

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Elder abuse cases are on the rise in Washington

Local agencies and geriatric care managers aim to increase public awareness about the epidemic.

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Choice for airport adjustment on hold till new year

City admin, considering downtown plan efforts and property aquisition, didn’t reccomend RAAC choice

State Senate leaders have decided to suspend an outside investigation into a rape allegation made against state Sen. Joe Fain, R-Auburn, who lost his reelection bid. REPORTER FILE PHOTO

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Senate calls off investigation into rape allegation against Sen. Fain

Both parties claim the process is a partisan one

Green River College President Suzanne Johnson, who does not dispute a review that found GRC had violated statutory and regulatory requirements, said the school has won an appeal to have the Department of Education greatly reduce its $574,500 fine. FILE PHOTO

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Green River College wins appeal; fine reduced for violations

DOE: school failed to report crime statistics and inform public; GRC to pay $250,000

Garland Jewelers has sat in the main stretch of downtown over 60 years. As it closes this month, big yellow banners indicate the end of an era. Photo by Haley Ausbun.

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Garland Jewelers will soon close its doors

The store has been in downtown Renton over 60 years

City’s severe weather shelter open Thursday, Dec. 6

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City’s severe weather shelter open Thursday, Dec. 6

Dangerously low temperatures prompted the city to open the shelter

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District looks at workforce diversity

The school district recently looked at its annual snapshot of workforce diversity.

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Renton native honors former President George H.W. Bush

A detail from the Navy Ceremonial Guard performed a Gun Salute in honor of former President George H.W.…

Police searching for truck in Tuesday morning hit and run

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Police searching for truck in Tuesday morning hit and run

The truck hit the pedestrian near McKnight Middle School and fled the scene

Investigation of shooting Friday remains ongoing

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Investigation of shooting Friday remains ongoing

Update: Suspect identified as 20-year-old who is now in custody

New leader, same outlook

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New leader, same outlook

Highlands Community Church has a new lead pastor

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Makers in Action raises money at Holiday Bazaar

The group teaches craft business skills to ten local 11-14 year old girls.

I-1639: Gun store owners concerned

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I-1639: Gun store owners concerned

Two local gun store owners discuss concerns about Initiative 1639

Troopers arrest 63 DUIs during this Thanksgiving weekend

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Troopers arrest 63 DUIs during this Thanksgiving weekend

Washington State Patrol was also busy with numerous collisions including fatalities

Chanukah celebration for all, and more community news

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Chanukah celebration for all, and more community news

Annual chamber breakfast mid-December

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School district proposes two measures for 2019 special ballot

The bond includes funding a new elementary school in the Sunset/Highlands area.

Photo by Haley Ausbun                                Emerald Haze Cannabis Emporium, which was closed for a 15 days for failing a compliance check in 2017, reopened on Nov. 16.

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Emerald Haze reopens

The store was closed from Nov. 1 to Nov. 16 for failing a compliance check in 2017