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Renton man arrested in Skagit County sex crime sting

A total of 14 suspects were arrested.

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“Prolific” vehicular theft suspect arrested in Renton

Kent man holds 13 prior convictions and 41 arrests.

Footage released by the Renton Police Department showed Sgt. Eric Gordon and a member of the Renton Police Department’s Violent Crime Unit arrest an individual. (Screenshot)

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Violent Crime Unit targets violent crime in Renton

Unit has arrested 88 suspects so far this year.

Maiya Lester and Hayden Quinto celebrate a point against Bishop Blanchet. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Liberty volleyball sweeps Blanchet, heads back to state tournament

For the second time in school history, Patriots make back-to-back state tourney appearances.

Sophie Buchan preps for her 200-freestyle race at state. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Renton’s Sophie Buchan makes splash at state

Buchan recorded points in her third straight state appearance.

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Slapped n’ pepper sprayed | Renton police blotter

From the Renton police log.

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Man awaits re-sentencing for abusing autistic victim to death

Matthew Lee Christenson of Auburn was convicted in the abuse and death of the son of a Renton…

On Nov. 6, the city of Renton was the only Washington state stop on the 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree tour as an enormous Sitka spruce rolled into town, expertly parking at the Gene Coulon Boat Launch. Folks could also enjoy informational booths from the National Forest Service, Kenworth, Renton’s Parks and Recreation Department and various food trucks. (Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing)

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What’s going on around Renton? | Nov. 14 edition

Community events in Renton.

Seniors dancing at the 2024 Renton Veterans Day Seniors Dance. Photos by Joshua Solorzano/The Reporter

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Seniors dance and celebrate Veterans Day in Renton

The City of Renton hosted the dance at the Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center, and admission was…

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Thousands of firearm sales on hold in WA amid system crash

Washington state courts’ computer systems have been down for nearly two weeks, disrupting the operation of local courts…

Newcastle City Council. Courtesy photo

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Newcastle needs to fill a vacant council position

The deadline to apply is 9 a.m. Nov. 25.

Morgan Ackermann controls the ball between two Inglemoor defenders. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Liberty soccer makes state for first time since 2019

Malia Suehiro and Addie Streur netted goals in the 2-0 win.

The Austin family arrived from all over Western Washington to greet Gene Austin, 89, (center) and John Schank (far right), the two drivers hauling the Christmas tree to Washington, D.C. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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The People’s Tree: U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree visits Renton

See photos from the festivities.

Joshua Harris is a U.S. Army and National Guard veteran who runs a security company out of Kent. Courtesy photo

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King County veteran selected to national business-growth program

In October, South King County-based company Cascadia Global Security was chosen to be part of the 2024-2025 CEOcircle…

In early October, the Tahoma National Cemetery donated over 1,000 pounds of food for King County Veterans Program clients. According to the KCVP Facebook page, 34 food bags were made to give away to local veterans. Photo courtesy of King County Veterans Program

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Veteran services throughout South King County

When it comes to local services for veterans and their families, the King County Veterans Program (KCVP) can…

The preferred concept plan with a legend. Photo from the master plan.

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Northeast Renton Park has a master plan

Plans include 18.5 acres for the park, trails, bike paths, covered shelters, grills, art, and more.

Renton Police Department officers. From the RPD Facebook page

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Renton PD receives $34,200 grant for officer wellness

The money will go toward the Wellness Check-in Program and a department-wide financial wellness program.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Renton’s Recreation department brings the smiles. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | Nov. 7 edition

Community events in Renton.

Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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U.S. history told through 27 flags in Renton

On Tuesday, Nov. 5, at the Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center, a presentation of the 27 flags…

Competing for the 8th Congressional District: Carmen Goers, left, and Kim Schrier. COURTESY PHOTOS

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Adam Smith and Kim Schrier will retain Congress seats | Election 2024

Smith represents the 9th Congressional District and Schrier represents the 8th Congressional District.