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Former youth pastor accused of sex offenses
A former youth pastor has been arrested for suspicion of two felony sexual offenses, and Renton police are…
News
Psych! Gene Coulon Beach is closed again to swimming | May 26
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, the county declares Gene Coulon…
News
Man arrested for 2020 fatal Renton shooting
The man attempted to flee on foot, but officers arrested him near Benson Drive and SE 172nd St.
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Man faces 26 years for 2022 bar shooting
The defendant fatally shot his cousin outside the Cheers Bar and Grill.
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Apply for federal flood assistance funds by June 10
Affected by the December floods? June 10 is the deadline to apply for federal assistance programs Federal Emergency…
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Road construction will be limited during World Cup to aid traffic
The Washington State Department of Transportation will be restricting and limiting work on several major construction projects during…
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Renton schools recognized for growth, closing gaps, achievement
Four Renton schools are part of the Washington State Board of Education’s 2026 Recognized Schools list, where they…
News
Gene Coulon beach park reopens in time for Memorial Weekend
One week after being closed due to high levels of bacteria, Gene Coulon Memorial Beach in Renton has…
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Renton gets ready to celebrate downtown Heart Block ahead of World Cup
The city of Renton has scheduled a celebration of the grand debut of the Legacy Square, the revitalized…
News
Renton eyes the future of Cascade Village, Benson Hill revitalization
Renton’s community plan for the Benson Hill neighborhood uses a feedback-focused approach to developing the city’s most recent…
Business
Congratulations to the Best of Renton 2026 winners | Photos
The winners for the Best of Renton 2026 were honored at an awards gala May 20 at Aura…
Business
Set ‘em up, Joe: Meet Renton’s favorite bartenders
The voters have chosen and Cerefino Quintero Fernandez of Whistle Stop is the Best Bartender of Renton.
News
Get your laps in at Hazen and Lindbergh pools
More than just a great place to exercise or learn to swim, pools are also fun spots for…
Northwest
Memorial Day at Mt. Rainier: ‘The Flight Has Ended, They Are Now In Thy Keeping’
This Memorial Day weekend, consider making a trip to the southeast side of Mt. Rainier National Park, where,…
News
Renton police chief responds to council decision on Flock cameras
Renton’s police chief publicly responded to the city council’s decision to shut down automated license plate readers.
Life
Learning to fly: Hazen senior earns private pilot license
Getting up to 14,000 feet in the air may be daunting for most, but for Trevor Sooy, it’s…
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Renton High School expansion advances despite concerns over street vacation
The Renton City Council approved a street vacation crucial to the current design of the new Renton High…
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King County homelessness program’s fate is unclear amid financial problems
The King County Council is demanding action in correcting the $45 million budget deficit of the King County…
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Gene Coulon Beach closed to swimming
With the warm weather comes the bacteria - Gene Coulon Memorial Beach in Renton is closed until further…