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Photo by Haley Ausbun                                The United Christian Church in Renton held a prayer vigil Friday, June 21 in response to damage done to their pride display.

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Laying hands on the LGBTQ community

Local vigil brings out much of the Renton community in support of attacked church

Own an RV? Law changes around large vehicles in the works

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Own an RV? Law changes around large vehicles in the works

Where large vehicle owners can park in the city may change soon

Photos by Alika Jenner.

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Event to push Benson Hill family center to the endzone

The second annual Doug Baldwin Combine event is coming up

Budget troubles on the horizon for Renton schools

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Budget troubles on the horizon for Renton schools

Shortfalls could mean future changes to staff and district spending

Courtesy of City of Renton. Reverend James Barnett of Still Waters Ministries and The Reverend Dr. Linda Smith of SKY Urban Empowerment Center accept the Juneteenth proclamation at the June 17, 2019, Renton City Council Meeting.

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Moving foward by looking to the past

Renton recognizes Juneteenth for the second year

Photos from the viral video of two Renton women surprising their stepfather with changing their last names to his on Father’s Day, Sunday June 16.

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They wanted to honor their step-dad, then it went viral

Video of a Renton family on Father’s Day has been seen by over 10 million viewers

Stabbing at Cheers Bar & Grill motive unknown

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Stabbing at Cheers Bar & Grill motive unknown

The Renton Police Department released its preliminary findings on the case, where an officer shot and killed the…

Left to right, Ken Beckman, Aaron Beckman, Grant Beckman, Howard Elliot Neely and Jane Neely Beckman. Howard was the then-93-year-old grandson of Aaron Neely, Sr., who built the house. Photo by Karen Meador

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Neely Mansion celebrates its 125th

Make sure to visit the nationally-recognized historical home on June 22.

Photo courtesy of United Christian Church in Renton, groups came together to fix the damage Monday, only to have another attack on the doors two days later.

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They tried to knock them down, but the doors remain

Update: A second round of damage is now being investigated as possible arson/explosion.

What’s next for Washington’s 2045 green energy goal?

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What’s next for Washington’s 2045 green energy goal?

The Legislature set the goal, but how does the state actually get there?

Stabbing at Cheers Bar & Grill results in officer shots fired, one deceased.

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Stabbing at Cheers Bar & Grill results in officer shots fired, one deceased.

This story will be updated as more information is available.

Renton center to host gala to support local addiction rehab center

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Renton center to host gala to support local addiction rehab center

Seattle Metro Campus, in Renton creates faith-based recovery programs for drug and alcohol addiction.

Renton man says shooting was “a dominance thing”

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Renton man says shooting was “a dominance thing”

Wendell Wilson faces murder charges after shooting his daughter during an argument

Taking Renton’s students to new heights

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Taking Renton’s students to new heights

Free pilot’s license classes helps students gain confidence

Renton has Pride, finally

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Renton has Pride, finally

After many years of little events, the city and local groups create Pride events

Teen suspect in Renton rape may be charged as an adult

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Teen suspect in Renton rape may be charged as an adult

Charging documents outline how police investigated and arrested the suspect

Renton elementary music teacher charged with child porn possession

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Renton elementary music teacher charged with child porn possession

Chris Newcombe, 35, has also taught in Federal Way and other schools throughout Puget Sound.

Native American story teller and musician Paul Cheokten Wagner music & art provided music and stories at Renton School’s celebration of Native American graduates. Photo courtesy of Renton Schools.                                 Native American story teller and musician Paul Cheokten Wagner music & art provided music and stories at Renton School’s celebration of Native American graduates. Photo courtesy of Renton Schools.                                 Native American story teller and musician Paul Cheokten Wagner music & art provided music and stories at Renton School’s celebration of Native American graduates. Photo courtesy of Renton Schools.

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Honoring heritage and achievement

Native American seniors from Renton were celebrated in a special ceremony

City council decides to slow its roll on 20 mph changes

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City council decides to slow its roll on 20 mph changes

City considers pilot programs, or other methods, than a large rollout

Elizabeth Selberg holding her award she received from the 17th Annual 5th Avenue Theatre Awards.                                Photo courtesy of Emma Austin.

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A rising star from Renton – Student earns 5th Ave award

Renton High School’s Elizabeth Selberg earns special honors for performance