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As rates of stoned drivers increase, law enforcement face challenges
WSP trooper said a THC breathalyzer would be a “game changer” for law enforcement and courts.
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Seven King County children sickened with E. coli
Seven children in King County have been infected with E. coli, a bacteria that produces Shiga toxin.
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Renton first responders help coax woman out of tree
Woman stayed in 110 foot tree for two hours until a police negotiator convinced her
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County health officer looks to community immunity instead of herd immunity
Herd immunity may be unlikely to reach King County anytime soon, but that doesn’t mean that people living…
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Renton City Council member Ruth Perez announces campaign to retain her seat
Editor’s note: This is a press release from the candidate’s campaign.
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City of Renton is accepting design proposals for downtown signs
The city is looking to commission one or more local artists for the signs.
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Renton School District plans full return to in-person learning for next Fall
The district will also offer a fully remote option through a contracted third-party service.
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New laws will tax the rich, offer aid to low-income workers
Inslee signs bill creating capital gains tax; foes are challenging it in court as unconstitutional.
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King County positive COVID cases are beginning to fall
The number of positive COVID-19 cases in King County is beginning to fall after a fourth wave began…
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Pandemic pause: King County remains in Phase 3
No Washington state counties will be rolling back their phase under the state’s Roadmap to Recovery plan following…
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Washington gets mobile earthquake alerts
Washington state will have its own earthquake early warning system on May 4 when ShakeAlert goes live, which…
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Wolf population continues to make a comeback in Washington
The number of wolves in Washington state increased by 22%, marking the 12th year in a row the…
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Mother of victim who was killed in the CHOP is suing Seattle for “invited lawlessness”
Her lawyer claims first responders failed to assist the young victim before he died.
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Nothrwest Film Forum offers grants to emerging King County visual artists
Nominees will be featured in King Street Station.
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Renton Technical College president named college CEO of the year
President Dr. Kevin McCarthy was honored by the Washington State Association of College Trustees.
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King County gun violence keeps soaring in 2021
69 shooting victims in first three months, 16 of them fatal
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Top 10 issues in Washington state’s 2021 legislative session
Democrats used their majorities to muscle through social, economic, environmental and tax policies.
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Renton physician cuts health insurance out of the picture
Dr. Elizabeth Eaman said she started her clinic because health insurers prioritize profit over care.
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“Chalk Your Walk,” returns for second year on May 3-9
Participants can pick up a free chalk kit at community sites from April 30 – May 2.
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The Brewmaster’s Taproom to host Renton Road Show this weekend
The Saturday event will be free and socially distanced.