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WA clashes in court with prediction market platforms Kalshi and Robinhood
Washington sued the online prediction market platform Kalshi last month with claims that the company is violating state…
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Impacted by Dec. floods? Cedar River Council wants your story
The Cedar River Council asks, “Were you affected by the December 2025 Cedar River flood?” If so, they…
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Photos: No Kings rallies return to Renton
The third official No Kings protest took place Saturday, March 28, in cities across the country, with two…
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Renton sees notable decrease in vehicle thefts since 2023
Renton police believe this decline is in part due to a change in pursuit laws.
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Gov. signs ‘millionaires tax’ with legal challenge close behind
Washington Democratic Gov. Bob Ferguson on March 30 signed historic legislation creating an income tax, saying it is…
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Hazen High School student charged with double murder
The teen is accused of shooting two Rainier Beach High School students.
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Renton to abandon 54-year-old Kennydale sewer line
The city of Renton will replace a 54-year-old underwater sewer line with a land-based system for Kennydale residents,…
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Hazen paraeducator accused of sex crime pleads not guilty
The suspect allegedly was inappropriate with a minor student while he worked in the career center.
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New data sheds light on ICE arrests in King County. Here’s what we know so far.
Of the 1,019 arrests by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported in King County in 2025, at…
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King County resolution decriminalizes psychedelic mushrooms
King County Council has “deprioritized” the personal use of psychedelic substances like psilocybin mushrooms to support mental health…
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Gov. signs bill addressing WA retailers’ penny problem
A new Washington state law offers a way to make change in an era without pennies.
Crime & Justice
Intoxicated man fights his brother at restaurant | Renton police blotter
From the Renton police log.
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Renton schools announce Outstanding Employees for 2026
The Renton School Board has named the school district’s Outstanding Employees for 2026, presenting awards to winners in…
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New RapidRide bus line to improve service in South King County
RapidRide I Line will begin its run in 2027, connecting South King County from Auburn to Kent to…
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Houser Way North partially closed due to water
According to police, 200 Mill Avenue was evacuated as a safety precaution.
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WA leaders reconsider Cesar Chavez recognition
State lawmakers and the governor are rethinking how Washington marks the legacy of Cesar Chavez following stunning accusations…
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Renton hires homelessness outreach expert from Auburn
The city of Renton has hired Auburn’s director of human services to spearhead the city’s new approach on…
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Renton mayor named president of Sound Cities Association board of directors
Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone is set to lead a nonprofit organization focused on advocating for suburban cities in…