Former Uber driver pleads not guilty to rape charge

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Former Uber driver pleads not guilty to rape charge

A Renton woman was allegedly raped by the 28-year-old Seattle man. Bail was set at $100,000.

A digital rendering of Fire Station 15. (Courtesy photo)

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Kennydale fire station to cost an extra $800K

The capital budget for the 7,500 square-foot fire station was initially estimated at $5.5 million.

Liberty High School senior has his sights set on the NFL

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Liberty High School senior has his sights set on the NFL

“(Playing defense) where my heart is. It gives me the chance to protect my brothers more.”

Metro to expand bus service in Renton and Kent

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Metro to expand bus service in Renton and Kent

Starting Sept. 23, Metro will add 50 trips every weekday on Route 169.

Uber driver faces charges after allegedly raping Renton woman

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Uber driver faces charges after allegedly raping Renton woman

The suspect is scheduled to be arraigned on Sept. 21 at the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent.

Hazen High School freshman Lena Hou performs the National Anthem Sept. 7 at the Washington State Fair Rodeo Playoffs. (Courtesy photo)

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Hazen freshman’s dream is to perform anthem for Seahawks

Lena Hou has been performing the National Anthem in front of audiences since she was 9 years old.

September is “Ready in Renton” month

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September is “Ready in Renton” month

City of Renton offers tips on how to make a plan, build a survival kit, and help others.

Alisa Louie selected for vacant RSD board position

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Alisa Louie selected for vacant RSD board position

She replaces Todd Franceschina, who resigned earlier this year.

Renton police respond to shooting near McKnight Middle School | UPDATED: Shooter identified

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Renton police respond to shooting near McKnight Middle School | UPDATED: Shooter identified

A fight between two men led to one being shot on Thursday, Sept. 14.

From left, King County Councilman Reagan Dunn, Mayor Denis Law, Seattle Seahawk Doug Baldwin, Renton School District Superintendent Damien Pattenaude and King County Councilman Dave Upthegrove. (Courtesy photo)

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King County gives $75,000 to Family First Community Center

The community center was proposed by Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin and the city of Renton.

Homeless man charged with four counts of arson, bail set at $250K

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Homeless man charged with four counts of arson, bail set at $250K

James Goad allegedly set multiple fires in Renton, Tukwila and unincorporated King County.

Professional painters and volunteers from Big Change Recovery Homes spent a week painting Angie Keaty’s home a bright green. Keaty is the co-founder of Battlefield Addiction, a local non-profit support group for families of drug addicts. Battlefield Addiction often partners with Big Change Recovery. Photo by Ray Still

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Painting a different picture of battling addiction

Local painting company teaches recovering addicts trade skills; in turn, recoverees gave back to Battlefield Addiction, a local…

RenCon: The return of the geekdom

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RenCon: The return of the geekdom

The convention, a celebration of everything geeky and nerdy, is Sept. 16-17.

Golf tournament helps raise money for addiction rehab

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Golf tournament helps raise money for addiction rehab

Aaron Adair Memorial Foundation is hosting the tournament on Sept. 9 at Lake Wilderness Golf Course.

King County Sheriff’s Office seize $3 million in cash, above, 6,000 marijuana plants and 180 pounds of processed marijuana from a Newcastle home. (Courtesy photo)

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KCSO arrest five, seize large amounts of marijuana and cash in Newcastle

A tip from a citizen led to a five month investigation.

Open house about Eastside Rail Corridor trail developments on Sept. 7

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Open house about Eastside Rail Corridor trail developments on Sept. 7

The open house will be 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Renton Highlands Library.

The teachers get comfortable handling unloaded M16 assault rifles. (Nicole Jennings | Issaquah Reporter)

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Teachers step in boots of Marine Corps recruits at San Diego workshop

A Hazen High School teacher was among the 17 Eastside and Seattle-area teachers who attended.

Providence hands out nearly 200 pink slips

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Providence hands out nearly 200 pink slips

Most of the layoffs were administrative and shared service support positions.

Risdon Middle School open for education

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Risdon Middle School open for education

The new home of nearly 800 Timberwolves, located in Newcastle, opened its doors Aug. 30.

Reduced traffic speeds in school zones starting Aug. 30

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Reduced traffic speeds in school zones starting Aug. 30

Tickets for speeding violations range between $124 - $250.