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Renton City Council considers making domestic violence in front of a minor its own crime

The ordinace states that witnessing domestic violence can harm a child’s development.

Damage to the Springbrook Trail boardwalk and the surrounding vegetation and environment resulted from a fire on April 15.(Courtesy of Randy Corman)

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Fire at Springbrook Trail damages boardwalk

Renton Regional Fire Authority responded to the fire on April 15.

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First-ever Dragon Dash 5K/10K soars in celebration of Erasmus

The very first Renton Dragon Dash took off Saturday, April 15 beneath the statue of Erasmus the Rooftop…

Leticia Martinez-Cosman was last seen on March 31 at a Mariners game sitting next to Brett Michael Gitchel, who prosecutors plan to charge with her murder. (Courtesy of Seattle Police Department)

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Medical examiner’s office confirms death of Leticia Martinez-Cosman

Martinez-Cosman’s body was found in Renton on April 11.

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Third annual substance use disorder conference announced

The conference, organized by King County Councilman Reagan Dunn, will be held May 11.

Benita R. Horn honored for her work and leadership towards making Renton a more equitable and inclusive community. (Courtesy of City of Renton)

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Community leader in equity, inclusion honored by Renton officials

April 3 is named “Benita R. Horn Day” by mayor’s proclamation.

Newly sworn-in King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion. (File Photo)

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King County prosecuting attorney praises hate crime bill

Earlier this year, the state House and Senate passed a series of legislative fixes to laws that today…

Preliminary design rendering of the Logan Place Market project. (Screenshot from City of Renton report)

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Renton accepts $1.5M federal grant for Logan Place Market project

The project aims to turn the downtown Pavilion building into a year-round food hall and market.

Lake Washington in Renton. Bailey Jo Josie / Renton Reporter

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What’s going on around Renton? | April 13 edition

Events calendar for Renton community

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Expect downtown road closures for Dragon Dash 5K/10K on Saturday

Three streets will be closed from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 15.

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Attorney General files lawsuit against Puppyland pet dealer

The lawsuit alleges the company sold unhealthy dogs while misleading consumers with “predatory” loans.

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$1.25 billion mental health levy is on April 25 special election ballot

King County Crisis Care Centers proposal would raise money through a property tax.

Daren Dougan’s motorcycle following an unsolved hit-and-run vehicular homicide in 2008. (Courtesy of the Renton Police Department)

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Renton Police Blotter | April 13 edition

Cold case from 2008

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Renton City Councilmember Ed Prince

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Getting to know Renton’s city leaders: Councilmember Ed Prince

Q&A with Renton City Councilmember Ed Prince

Screenshot from Leticia Martinez-Cosman’s Facebook profile.

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Police recover body in Renton amid search for missing woman

Leticia Martinez-Cosman, 58, went missing after a Mariners game.

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King County Sheriff’s deputy hit by car near airport

The deputy was responding to reports of a car blocking the roadway with a passed out driver inside.

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South King County fire chiefs developing behavioral health program

11 agencies are working to address mental health concerns at work and at home.

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Attendees at the 2018 benefit breakfast.

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Renton Schools Foundation to host annual benefit breakfast

Event is held April 24 at the Renton Pavilion Event Center.

Leticia “Leti” Martinez-Cosman, 58, was last seen on March 31 at a Seattle Mariners baseball game. (Photo courtesy of the SPD Blotter)

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Man accused of kidnapping, attempting to kill son of missing Seattle woman

The suspect, Brett Michael Gitchel, is also accused of setting the missing woman’s car on fire.

Photos by Bailey Jo Josie / Renton Reporter
Executive Director Sarah Klapstein says the Puget Sound Goat Rescue saves 200 to 300 goats a year, especially around the big slaughter seasons of Easter and Ramadan.

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Puget Sound Goat Rescue saves up to 300 goats a year

Founded in 2001, the Goat Rescue has become a safe haven for Boers, la Mancha, alpine, Saanen and…