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The renderings of the Renton Transit Center presented at the May 18 committee of the whole meeting does not include a parking garage.

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Proposed Renton Transit Center has no parking garage

Sound Transit’s proposed plan for the Renton Transit Center now does not include a parking garage for commuters.

A section of Logan Avenue will be closed from May 26 to Oct. 2 for more pedestrian walkway during summer events. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Logan Avenue closes for pedestrian safety downtown

A portion of Logan Avenue will be closed all summer in downtown Renton.

Renton Police arrest former youth pastor Derek Nelson on Wednesday, May 27. Photo provided by Renton Police Department

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Former youth pastor accused of sex offenses

A former youth pastor has been arrested for suspicion of two felony sexual offenses, and Renton police are…

This cover sheet from the Fill and Grade plan for the Podium I-5 project shows how the proposed warehouse will be oriented within the former theme park location. Accessed via city documents.

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Giant warehouse planned for Wild Waves property in Federal Way

The final season of the Wild Waves Theme Park is currently underway, but plans have already been filed…

Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Psych! Gene Coulon Beach is closed again to swimming | May 26

Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, the county declares Gene Coulon…

The burst white liquor tank is seen at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility in Longview, Washington, on May 26, 2026. (Photo courtesy of Longview Fire Department)

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Confirmed death toll rises to 2 from chemical tank blast in Longview

The death toll from the May 26 chemical tank rupture at a mill in southwest Washington has climbed…

Shannon Hartfield with guns and cash. COURTESY PHOTOS, U.S. DOJ

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Jury convicts Kent man of 17 felonies during robbery spree

A jury convicted a 26-year-old Kent man May 26 of 17 felonies related to a string of armed…

Photos of Oshea Williams. From charging documents.

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Man arrested for 2020 fatal Renton shooting

The man attempted to flee on foot, but officers arrested him near Benson Drive and SE 172nd St.

Photos of Aaron Rashaud Coe. Courtesy of GoFundMe.

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Man faces 26 years for 2022 bar shooting

The defendant fatally shot his cousin outside the Cheers Bar and Grill.

The Cedar River at the Renton Library on Thursday morning, Dec. 11, 2025. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Apply for federal flood assistance funds by June 10

Affected by the December floods? June 10 is the deadline to apply for federal assistance programs Federal Emergency…

Many public transportation options are available for those looking to avoid street traffic during the World Cup. Pictured: Crowds board the Sound Transit Link Light Rail at Star Lake station. File photo

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Road construction will be limited during World Cup to aid traffic

The Washington State Department of Transportation will be restricting and limiting work on several major construction projects during…

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The outside of Henry M. Jackson High School on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 in Mill Creek, Washington.

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Washington reforms that could tackle teacher sexual abuse

WA was the first to enact “Don’t Pass the Trash” legislation two decades ago.

The Washington State Board of Education recognized four Renton schools on May 5. Image courtesy of Renton School District.

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Renton schools recognized for growth, closing gaps, achievement

Four Renton schools are part of the Washington State Board of Education’s 2026 Recognized Schools list, where they…

A scene from the 2025 Polar Bear Plunge at Gene Coulon Beach Park. As of May 18, it is safe to swim in the water at this local swimming beach. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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Gene Coulon beach park reopens in time for Memorial Weekend

One week after being closed due to high levels of bacteria, Gene Coulon Memorial Beach in Renton has…

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The site under construction in Renton.

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Renton gets ready to celebrate downtown Heart Block ahead of World Cup

The city of Renton has scheduled a celebration of the grand debut of the Legacy Square, the revitalized…

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The Benson Hill neighborhood was annexed into the city of Renton in 2008.

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Renton eyes the future of Cascade Village, Benson Hill revitalization

Renton’s community plan for the Benson Hill neighborhood uses a feedback-focused approach to developing the city’s most recent…

A bag of items from the front lines of the Ukraine War, including a Russian drone. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror.

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Federal Way officials help Ukrainian woman visit mother before her death

When Iryna Kornychuk learned that her mother had cancer and didn’t have much time, she wasn’t sure if…

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A reported DUI crash in 2024 along State Route 900 in Renton.

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Deaths on Washington roads drop again

In an encouraging sign for road safety, traffic deaths in Washington fell significantly for the second year in…

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The Hazen High School pool is open to the community, and currently hiring summer lifeguards and swim instructors.

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Get your laps in at Hazen and Lindbergh pools

More than just a great place to exercise or learn to swim, pools are also fun spots for…

Flock camera. Courtesy photo

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Renton police chief responds to council decision on Flock cameras

Renton’s police chief publicly responded to the city council’s decision to shut down automated license plate readers.