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King County releases first-ever Wildfire Risk Reduction Strategy
Amid expanding fire risks, the plan makes recommendations for agencies across the region.
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Office of Law Enforcement Oversight director issues statement on behavioral health response
Calls for non-law-enforcement teams to respond to non-violent emergencies related to mental health.
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GOP cheered abortion ruling. Democrats responded by voting.
A swell of electoral support for Democrats pushed turnout higher in primary. Republicans look to adjust for November
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Housing First: ‘What if we do nothing about homelessness?’ | Podcast
A podcast about King County’s Health Through Housing initiative.
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Renton Police seek public assistance for recent homicide
Police are hoping for any information, security camera footage or video recordings of the shooting.
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Two juveniles arrested after allegedly stealing a car to burglarize an apartment
The suspects reportedly tried to steal a stick-shift car, before not being able to operate it.
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DOH releases COVID-19 updates for Washington K-12 schools, child care
The Department of Health guidance update includes required five-day isolation for positive COVID tests.
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Renton Police Department wants applicants for new Chief’s Community Council
The council will advise law enforcement leaders in matters of public safety and police transparency.
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Cedar River Clean-Up returns to Renton
This year’s Clean-Up included a vendor market open to all.
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King County officials reflect on Health Through Housing criticisms and goals
Dow Constantine and Leo Flor uphold belief in the housing first approach.
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Monkeypox cases in Washington are doubling nearly every week
Health officials suggest taking precautions to avoid getting infected with the virus.
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Lower Mainland man drowns while swimming in Okanagan Lake
The incident happened the afternoon of Monday, Aug. 8
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King County Local Dive: Toddler’s mom accused of murder; state targets invasive crabs
A new podcast for King County residents
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King County prosecutor candidates discuss criminal justice issues facing the region
Jim Ferrell and Leesa Manion clash over restorative justice programs in the county.
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State’s response to monkeypox led Seattle doctor to visit Canada for vaccine
As of Aug. 3, at least 166 people in Washington had tested positive for the monkeypox virus.
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South King County mayors issue joint statement on ‘rising tide of crime and violence’
In their statement, the mayors called on the county and the state to take immediate measures.
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Renton City Retro video game convention returns Aug. 6-7
Twitch streamers, video game artists and TikTok stars are among the convention’s special guests.
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OSPI announces plan to give working students credit towards graduation
The program is intended to recognize the skills and knowledge students acquire through employment.
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Meet the press: Renton Reporter to return in print this fall
Join the Renton Reporter staff at several community meet-and-greet events this month.
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Fix-it Fairs refurbish furniture for local refugee families
Volunteers at the July event restored 39 pieces of furniture.