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Surveillance images of the serial-robbery suspect and his vehicle. (Courtesy of the Renton Police Department.)

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Renton police arrest serial-robbery suspect

According to police, the suspect targeted the same convenience store multiple times, in addition to six or more…

Damage done to the front of Mekenie Pampangga’s Special. (Screenshot from Mekenie Pampangga’s Special Facebook page)

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Renton restaurant targeted by smash and grab robbery

The owner of Mekenie Pampangga’s Special says this is the second time the business has been targeted.

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Renton Regional Fire Authority levy passing among local voters

Proposition No. 1 is on the August Primary Election ballot.

F.I.G.G. was involved with the Renton School District’s HBCU tour for high school students in spring 2023. (Photo courtesy of Curtis Riggins)

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F.I.G.G. program focuses on mentoring Renton youth

Filling In Generational Gaps was founded in 2019.

Devin Bush in front, working on his hands with fellow linebacker Bobby Wagner. (Photos by Ben Ray/Sound Publishing)

Sports

Seahawks 2023 training camp under way at VMAC in Renton

For the second day in pads, the Hawks look to build on a great ‘22 season and prepare…

Police body cam photos of the suspect. (Courtesy of Renton Police Department)

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Renton Police search for suspect in alleged rape at dog park

A woman was assaulted July 4.

Renton Patrol Officer Patrick Lantagne. (Photos by Benjamin Leung/Renton Reporter)

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Ride-along with a Renton police officer reveals range of scenarios

One encounter involves a homeless man, while another involves a shooting victim.

Scene from the recent Renton River Days Parade. (Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing)

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Renton community calendar: Summer concerts and more

Have a Renton-related event coming up? Email bailey.jo.josie@rentonreporter.com to submit a public event to be included in our…

Poke bowl from Renton’s Big Island Poke. (Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing, Inc.)

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Big Island Poke offers vibrant Hawaiian classic

Delicious and fresh poke bowls with plenty of variety and options.

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King County voters decide on Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy

If passed, Proposition 1 would authorize an additional six-year property tax levy.

The Chinese Information Services Center (CISC) started in 1972 and opened its Renton location on May 19, 2023. (Photo Courtesy of Chinese Information Services Center)

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Chinese Information Services Center awarded $180k grant

CISC was one of six Washington-based organizations to receive grant from UnitedHealthcare’s Empowering Program.

The Kiwanis Club of Renton is donating its gavel and Kiwanis Bell, pictured here with club president Jon Pozega, to the Renton History Museum. (Courtesy photo)

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Kiwanis Club of Renton to close after 93-plus years

In the ‘50s and ‘60s, the Renton Kiwanis Club had around 150 members. Today, it has 11.

Mikaela Rosario (left) Miguel Rosario (right) get ready for their first collegiate season together. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Hazen alumni sibling duo teams up at Seattle U

Miguel Rosario and Mikaela Rosario reunite at the highest level.

Scene of the airplane crash (Courtesy of Renton Regional Fire Authority)

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Small plane crashes at Renton Municipal Airport

Two plane passengers were found conscious with injuries.

King County Crime Dive podcast.

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Candidate steals hammers; Kent marks 17th homicide in 2023 | King County Crime Dive podcast

In this episode, a Federal Way City Council candidate was accused of stealing from a hardware store; and…

King County Crime Dive podcast.

Northwest

Police officer still on payroll while awaiting murder trial | King County Crime Dive podcast

In this episode, an update on Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson, who is still on the city payroll…

Public Health – Seattle & King County staff administering COVID-19 vaccine to a local emergency responder. COURTESY PHOTO, Public Health-Seattle & King County

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King County wants to rehire employees who were fired over vaccine

A total of 314 employees separated from King County as a result of the mandate, with eight retiring,…

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Birthday Dreams has been working since 2009 to bring birthday parties to homeless kids in Renton.

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Birthday Dreams gives gift of birthday parties for homeless children

By Annika Hauer

(Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing)

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What’s happening in Renton? | Events calendar

Don’t miss summer concerts and more family entertainment.

West Point Treatment Plant in Seattle. Photo courtesy of King County

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King County Council targets “forever chemicals” in wastewater

The motion would initiate a study on how to mitigate the Puget Sound’s exposure to the toxic runoff.