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King County Council approves $631 million emergency COVID budget

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Some of the artists to be featured at the May 29th BLM Artwalk (photo credit: Christain Jones)

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Renton to host Black Lives Matter Artwalk this weekend

This Saturday’s event will feature a collection of visual and performing artists of color.

Flames attack the hillside in Bonney Lake on Sept. 8, 2020. (East Pierce Fire & Rescue photo)

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WA firefighters brace for potentially busy weekend

Washington state Department of Natural Resources firefighters were preparing for what could have been a busy Memorial Day…

Sanjeev Yonzon (courtesy of Sanjeev Yonzon's campaign)

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Sanjeev Yonzon to run for Renton City Council

Editor’s note: This is a press release from the candidate’s campaign.

Interpretive guide Shell Michaluk-Bergan stands on boardwalk to Bird Island (photo credit: Cameron Sheppard)

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Exploring Renton’s hidden natural gems

Interpretive guides with Coast and Forest aim to promote appreciation of natural habitat in the area

Marvin Rosete courtesy of Marvin Rosete

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Marvin Rosete seeks Renton City Council seat, position 2

Editor’s note: This is a press release from the candidate’s campaign.

Photos of Kaloni Bolton. (Courtesy of Kristina Williams)

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She couldn’t breathe: Child dies from asthma attack at Renton medical clinic

Family of Kaloni Bolton, 12, seeks answers as to why staff couldn’t treat her.

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First ORCA card free for youth ages 6-18

ORCA cards accepted on Sound Transit, King County Metro, Washington State Ferries, and more.

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King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn proposes vaccination incentives

Proposal outlines incentives like tax credits and gift vouchers to get to 70% vaccination goal.

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King County health officer issues directive urging continued use of face masks

Effort needed to slow the spread of COVID-19

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Renton man shot in Federal Way, dies from injuries

Federal Way police responded to reports of gunshots around 3 a.m. May 16.

Randy Corman and James Alberson during RTC Candidates Forum 2019 (courtesy of randycorman.com)

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City Council Chair Randy Corman announces he will not run for his seat again

Corman endorses former Board Chairman of the Renton Chamber of Commerce, James Alberson.

Jeff Duchin, Seattle - King County Public Health officer, said when considering whether to wear a mask indoors in public spaces, people should understand their risk based on local coronavirus activity and make decisions based on their own risk tolerance. (Getty images)

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Should you keep masking up if you’re vaccinated?

Think about it, says King County’s top doctor.

James Alberson (courtesy of James Alberson)

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James Alberson announces his candidacy for Renton City Council

Editor’s note: This is a press release from the candidate’s campaign.

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Kent officer shot man after he reportedly tried to ram police vehicle

Investigation team updates May 10 shooting that injured man in Panther Lake

Design renderings of new elementary school (courtesy of Renton School District)

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Renton School Board approves plans for new elementary school

The school is expected to be opened by fall 2023.

Renton's Kat Salvo and her competition Toyota 4Runner (courtesy of Kat Salvo)

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Renton resident to compete in all-female navigational off-road rally race

The Rebelle Rally forces teams to race across the desert with only a map and a compass.

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Inslee sets June 30 target for Washington to fully reopen

Meanwhile, fully vaccinated people can stop wearing masks in most places, the federal CDC said.

Volunteers prepped for food donation pop-up (photo courtesy of INSP)

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Local non-profit is concerned about the expiration of USDA Farm to Family program

INSP has provided thousands with food during pandemic, but is worried about being able to continue.

Matt Marshall, leader of the Washington Three Percenters gun rights group, addresses a crowd rallying for Second Amendment rights Jan. 17, 2020, at the state Capitol in Olympia. File photo

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Open-carry of weapons now illegal at state Capitol, rallies

A new law bars people from carrying guns within 250 feet of a permitted demonstration.