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Hot housing market forces out many first-time homebuyers
Housing experts concerned about the long-term impacts on generational wealth.
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Vaccination data reveals disparities among regions and race
South King County and certain minority groups are far behind on COVID-19 vaccine goals.
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King County to lift indoor mask mandate on June 29
About 1.3 million county residents have completed their COVID-19 vaccine series.
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Renton man charged with homicide after selling fentanyl pills to a Bellevue woman
Law enforcement warns of an alarming increase in fentanyl deaths.
Sports
Gambling Commission OKs pacts with tribes for sports betting
Agreements with 15 tribes await approval by the governor and the feds.
Life
Nonprofit to host birthday party for girls aging out of the foster care system
Eileen & Callie’s Place is hosting Celebrate 18!, a celebration and resource event, Saturday, July 17.
Northwest
Washington can expect a warmer, drier summer – and more wildfires
The threat of wildfires in much of Washington state is expected to be above average this summer as…
Northwest
Eye of the bee-holder: Urban beekeeping buzzes in the Pacific Northwest
How a young man on-track to become a doctor found his calling in an ancient trade.
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Renton Police confiscate $735,000 worth of drugs and cash
Among the confiscated items were 10,000 confirmed fentanyl pills.
Northwest
As vax rates ease in WA, here come the prizes — including $1 million
Incentives range from big cash drawings to sports tickets and tuition. Drawings start next week.
Northwest
Washington no longer on pace to beat June 30 vaccine goal
Reaching 70% of adults with at least one shot would trigger the state to drop most COVID-19 restrictions.
News
Backyard cottages might offer a partial solution to King County’s housing problem
Some cities are embracing the solution better than others.
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Renton to host Black Lives Matter Artwalk this weekend
This Saturday’s event will feature a collection of visual and performing artists of color.
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WA firefighters brace for potentially busy weekend
Washington state Department of Natural Resources firefighters were preparing for what could have been a busy Memorial Day…
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Sanjeev Yonzon to run for Renton City Council
Editor’s note: This is a press release from the candidate’s campaign.
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Exploring Renton’s hidden natural gems
Interpretive guides with Coast and Forest aim to promote appreciation of natural habitat in the area
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Marvin Rosete seeks Renton City Council seat, position 2
Editor’s note: This is a press release from the candidate’s campaign.
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She couldn’t breathe: Child dies from asthma attack at Renton medical clinic
Family of Kaloni Bolton, 12, seeks answers as to why staff couldn’t treat her.
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King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn proposes vaccination incentives
Proposal outlines incentives like tax credits and gift vouchers to get to 70% vaccination goal.
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King County health officer issues directive urging continued use of face masks
Effort needed to slow the spread of COVID-19