InvestEd’s new waiting room with a quote about small acts of kindness— what the organization was founded on. Photo courtesy of Joyce Walters.

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InvestEd moves headquarters to Renton

The nonprofit is hosting an open house from 5 to 7 p.m. Sept. 24

Victim remains hospitalized following shooting Tuesday

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Victim remains hospitalized following shooting Tuesday

The owner of a fourplex was serving an eviction notice when the suspect reportedly shot her.

It’s official: Safeco Field will get $135 million in taxpayer funds

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It’s official: Safeco Field will get $135 million in taxpayer funds

Critical King County Councilmembers call plan “a fleecing” and “irresponsible.”

A highlighted image of the area for proposed annexation, taken from the presentation at the public hearing, including portions of 156th and 155th avenues southeast.

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Neighbors voice concerns over potential annexation

Unincorporated King County residents spoke about part of White Fence Ranch joining Renton

This week’s community news

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This week’s community news

Donors urged to give blood

Students adjust from semesters to trimesters

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Students adjust from semesters to trimesters

All Renton high schools are now on a trimester system to help increase graduation access

Immigrant youth vulnerable to abuse in Puget Sound area centers

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Immigrant youth vulnerable to abuse in Puget Sound area centers

Federally-funded facilities struggle to maintain health and safety of minors stuck in limbo

Public Funding for Safeco Field Upkeep Could Go Before Voters

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Public Funding for Safeco Field Upkeep Could Go Before Voters

King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski wants the public to weigh in with an advisory vote

Photo by Haley Ausbun                                A view of Kaynan Inc. hangar spaces, which are to possibly be demolished pending decisions on the Airport Master Plan.

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Fate of hangars at Renton Airport up in the air

Tenants asked to vacate Kaynan hangars now waiting on decision from city.

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Kent teachers, district reach agreement; paraeducators up next

School started on time in Kent.

Traffic Advisory: Evening, weekend lane closures near I-405/SR 167 interchange

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Traffic Advisory: Evening, weekend lane closures near I-405/SR 167 interchange

The following is a traffic advisory from the Washington State Department of Transportation:

Officials Warn of More HIV Transmissions Among Homeless Drug Users

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Officials Warn of More HIV Transmissions Among Homeless Drug Users

A group of eight recently homeless and heterosexual injection-drug users in North King County were diagnosed with HIV…

Fall recycling event on Sept. 15, and more community news

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Fall recycling event on Sept. 15, and more community news

Grants for unincorporated projects

Courtesy of the city of Renton                                Renderings of the proposed plan for the Greater Hi-Lands Shopping Center.

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City moves forward with Sunset area plans

Many Renton residents may have been wondering what is happening with the Greater Hi-Lands shopping center —the center…

Renton man charged with first degree assault

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Renton man charged with first degree assault

Jeffery Paul Trammel reportedly shot at a tow truck driver Aug. 24 on Rainier Ave. S.

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After 20 years, local film hits the big screen

Making a movie was an itch Matt Aird always wanted to scratch.

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School board approves rollover, addendum to superintendent’s contract

The Kent School District Board of Directors approved a rollover and addendum to Superintendent Calvin Watts’ contract at…

Cost to seize and clean shelters grows

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Cost to seize and clean shelters grows

This story was updated from the print version to include Renton police and Parks staff information.

Renton’s Day of Service is Sept. 8, and more community news

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Renton’s Day of Service is Sept. 8, and more community news

‘Fantastic Beasts’ kickoff event

Attendees of the rally for classified staff before the school board meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 22. Photo by Haley Ausbun.

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Teachers vote to accept contract in time for school

The REA voted for the 12.2 percent wage increase Monday, Aug. 27. Bargaining will continue for other unions.