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Man, 18, hospitalized after shooting in Renton

Officers responded to the 11200 block of 162nd Street just after 2 a.m. July 12.

Courtesy of Renton Arts Commission and Allied Arts of Renton.

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July 12 final day to register for $1,000 prize chalk art contest

It is free to sign up and time is ticking away — register today!

Flowers are sold at the Renton Farmers Market every Tuesday at Piazza Park. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | July 11 edition

Renton Farmers Market at Piazza Park runs every Tuesday at the same time until Sept. 24.

Summer Passports can be found at all 12 participating women-owned businesses. Courtesy photo.

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12 local women-owned businesses launch summer passport program

In an initiative to boost small businesses in Maple Valley, Covington and Black Diamond, shoppers and patrons of…

Kristina Brown, Director of Public Affairs at Kindering, and parent of Kindering client Rome Johnson posing with the declaration at the Renton City Council meeting. Courtesy photo

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Renton council roundup: Disability Pride Month, Life Saving Medals

“I am just so thankful that the city of Renton is taking the initiative on this to drive…

Courtesy Photo, Safeway

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Several King County grocery stores on Kroger-Albertsons sale list

See the entire list, which includes Safeway, QFC and Haggen stores.

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Shooting at Philip Arnold Park | Renton police blotter

From the Renton police log.

Contest participants, judges, and others posing for a picture July 6 at Renton Community Center for the Dress Like Frida With Recycled Materials Contest. Photos by Joshua Solorzano/Renton Reporter

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Renton hosts ‘Dress Like Frida’ event to honor Mexican artist

Event brings families together over recycling and Frida Kahlo.

Overlook of Lake Washington at Gene Coulon Park in Renton. File photo

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Man, 26, drowns at Gene Coulon Beach

Renton police are still investigating.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Life

Attack of the chrome: Return to Renton cars shine in 90 degrees

Check out photos from the event.

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D) represents the 9th Congressional District, which includes multiple cities in King County. File photo

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Congressman Smith weighs in on Supreme Court and Biden

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D) represents Renton, Mercer Island, Tukwila, Des Moines, Federal Way and parts of Seattle,…

The scene of the accident. (Photo courtesy of Eastside Fire & Rescue)

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Renton motorcyclist dies after hitting elk on I-90

A 46-year-old Renton woman died in a fatal hit and run collision on Interstate 90 near Snoqualmie over…

Individuals discharging fireworks ignited a hillside brush fire near the Heritage Hills Apartments on July 4. (Courtesy of the Renton Police Department.)

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Fireworks lead to brush fire in Renton

According to the Renton Regional Fire Authority, individuals playing with fireworks started a brush fire July 4 on…

The scene of the accident. (Photo courtesy of Eastside Fire & Rescue)

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Motorcyclist killed in collision with elk on I-90 near North Bend

The 46-year-old from Renton was struck by another vehicle before authorities arrived at the scene.

Joe Biden and Donald Trump participated in a debate June 27, 2024. (Screenshot from Google Images)

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King County politicos share thoughts on presidential debate

“I can tell you who didn’t win the debate, and it was the American public.”

Fuse Washington created the tongue-in-cheek ‘Save Our Yachts’ website to poke fun at those pushing a ballot measure to repeal the capital gains tax that is paid by the state’s super wealthy. (Screenshot)

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Attack websites seep into WA election battles

Such undertakings tend to change few minds and can incite a backlash, especially in communities where negative campaigning…

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U.S. men’s national soccer team has time to turn it around. Can they?

After getting ‘grouped’ in Copa America, the U.S. needs to find momentum heading toward World Cup.

Return to Renton Car Show at Renton Pavilion Even is back for its 32nd year July 7. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | July 4 edition

Have a Happy Independence Day!

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Trash and various debris at a Green River homeless encampment in unincorporated King County along 94th Place South between Kent and Auburn.

Northwest

Landmark Supreme Court decision criminalizes homelessness

In King County, there are about 16,385 people experiencing homelessness on any given night.

Deputy Chief R. Rutledge with Officer R. Hynes, Sgt. J. Trader (holding accreditation award), Officer E. Edmunds, Officer K. Petty, and K9 Officer D. Adam with K9 Xander. Photo Courtesy of Renton Police Department

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Renton Police Department accredited by top state agency

RPD meets standards for best practices after two-plus years of adjustments.