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How to delete genetic data from 23andMe

Washington state residents have a right to genetic data privacy and ability to request data deletion.

Henry Moses Aquatic Center. Photo courtesy of the city of Renton

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Pre-summer repairs on tap for Henry Moses Aquatic Center

All work on the aquatic center is expected to be completed by June 30, 2025.

Cars drive northbound through the intersection of Southeast 192nd Street and 140th Avenue Southeast in Fairwood. An 18-year-old was driving over 100 mph southbound through this intersection on March 19 when his car hit a minivan, resulting in the deaths of one woman and three minors. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Man who killed four in Renton crash pleads guilty to all charges

Chase Jones faces up to 23 and a half years in prison. His sentencing is set for April…

The graduates of the inaugural class of the Renton Civic Academy pose with the mayor and city council following their graduation. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Renton Civic Academy’s inaugural class graduates

The city of Renton recently graduated the inaugural class of its Civic Academy, a program intended to give…

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This year’s Dragon Landing Celebration will be Sunday, April 13. Unfortunately, there will be no 5K. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | April 3 edition

Join the Renton Reporter for our next Read All About It on April 29.

Stephen Cruz high fives Vitaly Polyukh after scoring the second Hazen goal of the game. Ben Ray / The Reporter

Sports

Hazen boys soccer continues unbeaten run

Highlanders defeat Foster 2-0 for fifth clean sheet as Vitaly Polyukh records a goal and assist.

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Slower is safer: Steps to increase traffic safety in South King County

11-mile corridor has a high number of collisions, many of them fatal.

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New catalytic converter law aimed at deterring theft in WA

The new law also creates specific and real penalties for people who don’t follow the rules.

Renton Police Department officer Jeff Myers and therapy K9 Wally. Courtesy photo.

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Meet Wally, Renton Police Department’s new therapy K9

“People light up when Wally appears, whether officers or community members.”

Residents have rallied together to protest the proposed Logan 6 development and now fund a lawyer to appeal the city’s decision to allow the development. File photo

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Residents lawyer up over Renton development

Logan 6 project would consist of retail/commercial space and 97 apartments.

Production shot from “Moana Jr.”, the Fall 2023 musical. Courtesy of Kettleworks Performing Arts.

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Kettleworks Performing Arts brings Broadway Jr. to Renton’s youth

From “Moana” to “The Lion King” to “Alice in Wonderland,” Renton’s youngest performers can sing, dance and act…

Chief Jon Schuldt with Detective Kevin Lane. Courtesy photo

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Renton officers recognized for life saving efforts and more

The officers were recognized for saving a life, handling an active shooter and a barricaded individual.

The trail will be separated from the street by landscaping to help protect pedestrians and bikers. Photo provided by City of Renton

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Design phase begins for Sunset Trail

Sunset Trail will be a 12-foot-wide multi-use trail on the north side of Sunset Boulevard.

Courtesy Photo, Renton Police

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Renton Police Department expands vehicle fleet

Council approves purchase of 18 vehicles.

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Urinating near the library | Renton Police Blotter

From the Renton police log.

The Golden Peacock in Renton recently celebrated its 45th anniversary and hosted a special community event that included a traditional Lion Dance. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | March 27 edition

Join the Renton Reporter for our next Read All About It on April 29.

Valley Medical Center in Renton. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Layoffs at Valley Medical Center stem from loss of funding

101 non-union employees were fired.

Photo provided by WSFCA.

Sports

Former Renton head football coach named to WSFCA Hall of Fame

Tony Davis coached at Renton from 1991-1993 before 26 years at Tahoma.

Kaila Siu gives a yell after hitting a two-run home run in the seventh inning. Ben Ray / The Reporter

Sports

Liberty softball completes six run comeback, downs Ravens

Liberty scored three runs in the seventh inning to win. Avery Huh strikes out 16.

Sumo Dog’s The Godzilla was the favorite of the day at the Menu Preview Day. Photo by Ben Ray/Sound Publishing

Sports

Hall of Fame-worthy ballpark eats at T-Mobile Park in 2025

The Mariners Menu Preview Day brought local cuisine and legendary baseball dedications to the 2025 season, with opening…