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One dead, two injured in Renton shooting

Hundreds of cars were at the scene when the shooting occurred, according to police, but the motive for…

Ferguson sues agencies over archive relocation decision

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Ferguson sues agencies over archive relocation decision

“Decision to close the National Archives in Seattle has far-reaching impacts across the Northwest.”

New bookstore in downtown Renton hopes to appeal to local readers

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New bookstore in downtown Renton hopes to appeal to local readers

Owner of Apparition Books hopes it will become the cozy neighborhood used bookstore.

City Hall evacuated for possible hazardous exposure

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City Hall evacuated for possible hazardous exposure

An employee in the facility was possibly exposed to fentanyl, according to Renton fire officials.

Chamber offering PPE kits for small businesses

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Chamber offering PPE kits for small businesses

Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday will be distribution days for the kits of masks and hand sanitizer.

Sonia Joseph wipes away a tear in this December 2017 photo prior to entering the inquest hearing at the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent into the fatal shooting of her son Giovonn Joseph-McDade by a Kent police officer in June 2017. File photo

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South King County cities win lawsuit over changes to inquest hearings

Court says King County Executive overstepped his authority regarding rules for investigating officer-involved deaths.

The Renton Hassle Free Holiday Bazaar, Fall 2014. Renton Reporter Archives.

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Renton cancels Hassle Free Holiday Bazaar

The event would be in its 29th year

Renton resident uses TikTok to sell her message of kindness

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Renton resident uses TikTok to sell her message of kindness

Just Be Kind co. has been a way for the Bella Wolfe to explore her passions for design…

The COVID-19 outbreak closed schools statewide last spring and has led to many school districts opting for remote learning in the fall. Pictured: A Decatur High School staff member takes cover from the rain while celebrating the graduating class of 2020 in June. File photo

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Study: Virus cases must drop for state’s schools to safely reopen

Bringing students back in any capacity will lead to new infections, the report found.

Alki Beach. Photo by Alabastro Photography

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Heat wave is on the way this weekend

Temperatures are expected to climb into the mid-90s on Sunday.

From the Reporter archives, January 2020. Full Time Census Program Manager Ginna Hernandez was hired by the city through September 2020 to help Renton get counted in the U.S. Census. Now the city sits at a 72.2% response rate.

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City hosts ‘Renton Census Countdown Day’ to gather more response

The events on Aug. 22 will include ambassadors helping residents complete their census and free ice cream.

The Enumclaw Health and Rehabilitation Center, which is located by St. Elizabeth hospital, a senior living community, and a nursing home. File photo

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Inslee lifts visitation ban at long-term care facilities

Starting Wednesday, a four-phase plan will allow restrictions at nursing homes to gradually be relaxed.

Inslee mask graphic

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Free mask event Aug. 11 in Renton

Each vehicle can receive up to 12 free masks

Murder charge filed against Renton man in Seattle Capitol Hill shooting

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Murder charge filed against Renton man in Seattle Capitol Hill shooting

Detectives believe the man has fled the state

A client searches for clothing at the Kiwanis Clothing Bank location in 2016. Leah Abraham/File photo

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Kiwanis Clothing Bank will shutter unless it can find a new home

The clothing bank has been supporting Renton for over 50 years, but has had trouble finding a new…

Three drive-in films set for Kent’s ShoWare Center Aug. 12-16

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Three drive-in films set for Kent’s ShoWare Center Aug. 12-16

‘The Lion King,’ ‘Ghostbusters’ and ‘Gremlins’

Screenshot from Gov. Jay Inslee’s press conference on Aug. 5, 2020.

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Inslee says schools in virus hot spots should stay closed

King County among high-risk counties; several school districts will have remote learning in the fall.

King County Election headquarters in Renton on Aug. 4 for the primary election. Haley Ausbun/staff photo

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Inslee and Culp lead governor race; incumbent Dems ahead for Congress | Statewide results

Early results for governor, state schools chief, attorney general and more.

Democrats dominate King County legislative races | Election results

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Democrats dominate King County legislative races | Election results

Here are the latest results for King County legislative candidates in the Aug. 4 primary election, which included…

Vote election badge. File photo

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5th District results: Ramos leads House race; Anderson edging Mullett for state Senate

Early results have been reported in the 5th Legislative District races from the Aug. 4 primary election.