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Officer David Daugherty with Oakley and Oakley.

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Renton police welcome a new wellness program dog and a K-9 unit dog

The wellness program dog is the sister of the program’s other dog, Wally.

Fresh apples sold at the Renton Farmers Market, which returns with a new location on June 2. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | April 16 edition

April 10-26

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Robbery suspect flees and crashes | Renton police blotter

From the Renton police log.

Northbound I-405 will be closed from N. Southport Drive/NE Sunset Boulevard to Coal Creek Parkway SE. Photo provided by WSDOT

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Northbound I-405 to close this weekend in Renton and Bellevue

Northbound I-405 will be closed this weekend in Renton and Bellevue.

The Don Persson Senior Activity Center will be closed for renovations this summer. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center closes for renovations

The Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center will be closed this summer for renovations.

Flock camera. Courtesy photo/City of Renton

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Renton suspends use of automated license plate reader cameras

The Renton Police Department has suspended all use of its automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras to comply…

“Steel Magnolias” is on stage at the Renton Civic Theatre until April 26. Photo courtesy of Renton Civic Theatre.

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You’ll laugh, you’ll cry at RCT’s ‘Steel Magnolias’

Did you know that “Steel Magnolias,” the beloved Southern dramedy starring Sally Field, Julia Roberts and Dolly Parton…

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D) represents the 9th Congressional District, which stretches from Auburn and Federal Way in the south to parts of Seattle and Bellevue in the north, and also includes the cities of Kent, Des Moines, Renton, Newcastle and Mercer Island. (File photo)

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Congressman Smith secures $13M for projects in King County

Nearly $13 million of federal funds will be coming to Washington’s 9th Congressional District to support locally-led projects…

Presented by Society of Anachronism, the Village Encampment allowed for duels, armor displays and medieval games. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Erasmus celebration spreads wings over downtown

The 7th annual jubilee of Erasmus, Renton’s beloved winged mascot, took flight Sunday with a big and bold…

Renton Police Department Deputy Chief receiving an award on behalf of Renton Sgt. Jason Trader. Courtesy photo.

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American Legion Post 19 honors law enforcement

A Renton Sgt. and seven officers received awards at the Post’s Law and Order night.

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Person jumps in ravine to avoid gunfire | Renton police blotter

From the Renton police log.

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This year’s Dragon Landing event will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 12, in downtown Renton.

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What’s going on around Renton? | April 9 edition

April 10-26

One photo of a crime scene at Gene Coulon Park. Courtesy photo

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Renton police report shootings at Gene Coulon Park

No one was injured, but vehicles were struck by gunfire, and dozens of bullet casings were recovered.

Duke Vivao’s Department of Corrections mugshot and his Soundcloud profile picture. Courtesy photos

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Man convicted in robbery spree across King County

He was allegedly involved in over 30 robberies.

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Darren Beeks being arrested.

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Man sues Renton over use of force during arrest

The man says officers fractured his ribs, damaged his wrist, caused emotional damage and violated his First Amendment…

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”The Shallow Sea” was the winner of the night at Take 5 Improv Group’s performance on Saturday, March 28, at the Renton Civic Theatre. The crowd was treated to five different first acts of “films” being shown at a film festival. Here, the actors pretend to be tiny organisms consuming a whale at the bottom of the ocean. Laughter ensues.

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Laughter ensues: Take 5 Improv takes over Renton

The main muscles that control the human face are the depressor anguli oris, therisorius, the zygomaticus major, the…

Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone address the audience at the 2026 State of the City on March 25. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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State of the City: Renton mayor touts public safety, budget priorities

Renton is emphasizing strong financial health, strategic investments in public safety, and preparations for the upcoming FIFA World…

Example of an EV charging station. File photo/Sound Publishing

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Renton expands EV charging infrastructure for growing city fleet

The city of Renton is expanding infrastructure to support its growing electric vehicle fleet.

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Teenagers hit woman with car | Renton police blotter

From the Renton police log.

The Cedar River at the Renton Library on Thursday morning, Dec. 11. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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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…