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High court ruling spurs effort to retool state’s drug laws

Meanwhile, the Blake decision has gotten people out jail, charges dismissed and possibly clemency for some.

A two-alarm fire took place early April 9 at 500 Queen Place NE, Renton. (Photo courtesy of Renton Regional Fire Authority)

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1 person dies in Renton residential fire

The Renton Regional Fire Authority reports that one person died in an early morning residential fire April 9.

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Concerns raised over practices of pet dealer Puppyland Renton

Activists claim puppies are imported from puppy mills in high volume and often have parasites.

Castaneda family taco truck damaged by fire (photo credit: eltacolocowa Instagram)

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Community rallies to support family-owned taco truck victimized by arson

Taqueria El Taco Loco has raised nearly $18,000 in four days.

The Monroe Correctional Complex on April 9, 2020. (Sound Publishing file photo)

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Formerly incarcerated people regain right to vote in Washington

Rights restored immediately upon release.

Spring Chinook Salmon. Photo courtesy Michael Humling, US Fish & Wildlife Service

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Salmon update: King County wants cleaner water, more habitat

Salmon and orcas are in the spotlight once again as King County unveils a new strategic plan to…

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String of destructive fires occur over Easter weekend, Renton Police suspect arson

Federal Bureau of Alchohol, Tobacco and Firearms shows up to investigate possible arson.

Artist Karla Funderburk (photo credit: Jake Spark)

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Artist memorializes pandemic victims with tens of thousands of paper cranes

The Memorial Crane Project will be at Seattle Center through the month of April.

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Sheriff’s office wants help identifying Green River killer victim

Staff reports

Items included in one of last year’s CSA boxes (photo credit: Marley Rall)

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“Community Supported Agriculture,” boxes aim to bring fresh local produce to your table.

Program organizer says revenue from purchased boxes will go directly to local farmers.

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Museum of Flight to host pop-up blood drives

Blood donors will receive museum discounts.

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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Starting April 15, everyone 16 and older is eligible for a vaccine

Gov. Inslee said an expected increase in vaccine supply enables the state to open eligibility.

A CVS pharmacist prepares a COVID-19 vaccine at Village Green Retirement Campus in Federal Way on Jan. 26. Olivia Sullivan/Sound Publishing

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Phase Finder for vaccine eligibility to be eliminated March 31

Eligibility verification via Phase Finder no longer required for appointments, vaccinations beginning this week.

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Renton, King County municipal courts to quash bench warrants in wake of pandemic backlog

Renton judge says limited time program will reduce barriers to court access.

Judge Jessica Giner (photo credit: City of Renton)

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Renton appoints new Municipal Court Judge Jessica Giner

Judge Terry L. Jurado to retire at end of March

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More people can get the COVID vaccine on March 31, but supply is still limited

The number of people eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine is set to increase in King County, but…

Cash Cards Unlimited partners, left: Nick Nugwynne, right: Cassius Marsh (photo credit: Cash Cards Unlimited)

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Former Seahawks player Cassius Marsh cashes in on trading cards

Marsh and his friend open physical and online trading card store as collectibles boom amid pandemic.

Liz Falconer smiling as she crafts jewelry (photo credit: Liz Falconer)

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Educator at Renton Technical College sells homemade jewelry to support students

Liz Falconer used her extra time and resources to help students during the pandemic.

Washington Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler. (Wikimedia Commons)

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Insurers told to stop using credit scores to set rates

A ban of that practice will be in place until the pandemic is over, Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler…

Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone delivers a message of unity against Asian American and Pacific Islander hate. (photo credit: King 5/Youtube)

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Renton mayor, governor, community leaders condemn hate crimes against Asian Americans

Message comes after an uptick locally and nationally.