From left, Samantha Shockly of Starbucks, Renton Mayor Denis Law, Seahawks player Doug Baldwin, Alan Le Nguyen of Starbucks, John Kelly, senior vice president for Starbucks Global Public Affairs and Social Impact and Alexis Daniels of Starbucks. The group posed for a photo after the Family First Community Center received a $150,000 grant from The Starbucks Foundation this week. (Courtesy photo)

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Starbucks joins Doug Baldwin and city of Renton to support Cascade/Benson area community center

The Starbucks Foundation donated $150,000 towards the upcoming Family First Community Center.

Inslee talks education, carbon tax and opioid crisis

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Inslee talks education, carbon tax and opioid crisis

Carbon tax proposal would replenish the state’s reserves for the first year for education spending.

Public invited to comment on county’s Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan

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Public invited to comment on county’s Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan

The plan provides direction for managing the county’s garbage and recycling for the next six for 20 years.

King County Metro to briefly pause bus service Jan. 15 in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King

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King County Metro to briefly pause bus service Jan. 15 in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King

Metro will briefly pause all bus service at 4:04 p.m. Monday, Jan. 15.

SR 167 lane and ramp closures near I-405 interchange in Renton this weekend

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SR 167 lane and ramp closures near I-405 interchange in Renton this weekend

Construction crews are taking advantage of the dry weather forecasted for this weekend to install striping on southbound…

Kentwood science teacher charged with two counts, remains in custody

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Kentwood science teacher charged with two counts, remains in custody

The Renton man was reportedly communicating with a minor for immoral purposes.

Renton South Plant pump replacement project earns major grant funding from PSE

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Renton South Plant pump replacement project earns major grant funding from PSE

The newly installed equipment’s efficiency will yield $4 million in energy cost savings over the next 20 years.

Sam’s Club locations in Renton, Auburn, Seattle abruptly close

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Sam’s Club locations in Renton, Auburn, Seattle abruptly close

The move comes after the company announced plans to increase worker pay and benefits.

80-year-old man with dementia reported missing | UPDATE

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80-year-old man with dementia reported missing | UPDATE

The man who was reportedly last seen driving to a Fred Meyer in Covington was found in Tacoma.

City aims for more diverse workforce

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City aims for more diverse workforce

Renton’s new hiring policy tries to eliminate bias.

Man gets nearly 28 years for murder of Renton woman

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Man gets nearly 28 years for murder of Renton woman

John Charlton pleaded guilty to killing and dismembering 40-year-old Ingrid Lyne.

Re-elected Renton City Council members sworn in

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Re-elected Renton City Council members sworn in

Council members Randy Corman, Armondo Pavone and Ruth Perez took oath of the office at the Jan. 8…

Inslee reacts to federal changes in marijuana guidelines

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Inslee reacts to federal changes in marijuana guidelines

Seattle-based U.S. Attorney Hayes also issues statement .

State AG sues Motel 6 for violating privacy of, discriminating against thousands

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State AG sues Motel 6 for violating privacy of, discriminating against thousands

Motel 6 provided guests’ personal information to law enforcement without warrant

Renton Reporter’s top stories of 2017

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Renton Reporter’s top stories of 2017

From City Council elections to new businesses to changes in the Renton School District, here’s a look back…

Department of Revenue offers free tax workshop Jan. 9

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Department of Revenue offers free tax workshop Jan. 9

Learn about excise taxes, reporting classifications, deductions, tax incentives and sales tax collection.

Renton Reporter’s most viewed online stories of 2017

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Renton Reporter’s most viewed online stories of 2017

While crime stories dominated the list, the most-read story was about a potential fast food joint.

Dog quarantined after attacking woman and her cat | BLOTTER

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Dog quarantined after attacking woman and her cat | BLOTTER

The following information was compiled from Renton Police Department incident reports.

New sick leave rules went into effect Jan. 1

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New sick leave rules went into effect Jan. 1

Under the new law, employees will earn at least one hour of paid sick leave for every 40…

Advisory group to discuss I-405/SR 167 corridor highway, transit and trail projects

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Advisory group to discuss I-405/SR 167 corridor highway, transit and trail projects

Gathering set for Wednesday, Jan. 3