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Box cutter injuries and a gang shooting | Renton police blotter

From the Renton police log.

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Woman faces prison for embezzling from Renton company

The Des Moines woman had created an account using identity of a deceased employee to file 58 different…

This year, Easter Sunday was on March 31 and at NextStep Fellowship in Renton, a pre-service community Easter egg hunt was afoot. Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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Photos: Sunny Easter Sunday in Renton

This year, Easter Sunday was on March 31 and at NextStep Fellowship in Renton, a pre-service community Easter…

The Landing Gear Works founder and CEO Tom Anderson speaks to the Renton City Council on behalf of his company, asking for help. Courtesy image

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City to review eviction of aerospace tenant at Renton Airport

The Landing Gear Works is behind on lease payments as workers ask the city council for help in…

Twenty-eight Renton high schoolers across five schools visit Fort Valley State University, one of several Historically Black College and Universities that the group toured in February. Photo courtesy of Kirsten Thornton

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Renton high schoolers build strong bonds while visiting HBCUs

The district’s second annual trip allowed Black sophomores and juniors from different Renton high schools to expand their…

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The Hazen Highlanders dance team.

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Hazen dance team shines on big stage

Highlanders win one state title and narrowly miss a second.

Flowers, framed photos, plush toys and a QR code to the GoFundMe pages of the families grace the memorial site after the March 19 crash. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Driver in fatal Renton area crash arraigned from hospital bed

Chase Daniel Jones, 18, charged with killing four and injuring two.

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Q&A with the new King County Library System executive director

“It’s really about providing that space to reimagine who you are,” said Heidi Daniel.

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‘Kia Boys’ arrested by Renton police after crime spree

Teenagers arrested after stolen vehicle chase from Renton to Southcenter Mall.

Skyway Resource Center begins construction in former U.S. Bank location. (Screenshot from Skyway Resource Center Facebook page)

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Skyway Resource Center under construction

Facility is expected to open in the fall 2024.

Dr. Alana Curatola and her husband and baby in December of 2022. (Courtesy of King County Superior Court documents.)

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Lawsuit alleges discrimination over maternity leave at Renton clinic

Northwest Eye Surgeons terminated her employment the day she returned from unpaid maternity leave on Sept. 12, 2022.

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Domestic assaults, lewd conduct | Renton police blotter

From the Renton police log.

Jack Warren fought through contact from Hazen's Morrie Solam. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Baseball: Liberty takes down rival Hazen at Bannerwood Park

Ryan Boehm and Rohne Klein lead the way for the Patriots in win.

A red-light camera sign at Pacific Highway South and Kent Des Moines Road in Kent. File photo

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New state law gives green light to more traffic cameras

The move comes as roadway deaths in the state have hit historic highs.

Holi: Renton Festival of Color at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park was held March 23. (Photo courtesy of Diane Dobson)

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What’s going on around Renton? | March 28 edition

Lots of happenings this month in Renton.

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Suspect sought in road rage shooting near Renton

Near the intersection of Grady Way, the driver of the black Jeep tossed a fast-food cup at the…

Surveillance footage of Sergeant Russell Radke’s shooting of Anthony Tovar, 43, showed Tovar drop an “apparent shotgun” on the ground after Radke fired two shots. (Screenshot)

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Inquest explores 2019 fatal police shooting in Renton

See the video: Anthony Tony Tovar, 43, died as a result of multiple gunshot wounds on Dec. 12,…

Mayor Armondo Pavone speaks at his second State of the City address. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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State of the City: Renton’s growth, plans for World Cup

Mayor Armondo Pavone highlights city’s accomplishments and goals across municipal departments.

Jordan Stroud swarmed by teammates after he scores the first goal of the game. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Hazen boys soccer survive at Liberty and win 2-1

Stroud and Walker had first half goals that were just enough to take down LHS for first time…

Chase Wilcoxson, father to Matilda, 13, and Eloise,12, places a family photo at the roadside memorial dedicated to his daughters, Buster Brown, 12, and Andrea Hudson, 38. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Families forgive suspect involved in fatal Renton area crash

After a high-speed collision killed four near Renton, affected families call on local government and community members to…