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Invasive ‘murder hornets’ found in WA have been eradicated

The hunt for invasive “murder hornets” is over in Washington and the rest of the U.S. after three…

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Victim shot in the back | Renton police blotter

From the Renton police log.

A photo of David Scott (left) from charging documents, and a photo of Alex Diaz Rios (right) from Ballotpedia. Courtesy photos

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Seven arrested in Renton sex trafficking sting

Remaining three suspects are still being investigated before charges are filed.

The Kent Police Department went all out with their “Moana” themed display - even Maui showed up. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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The Hogwarts Express pulls into Battle of the Badges | Photos

The 2024 Battle of the Badges took over the Renton Technical College on Dec. 14.

Duck the labrador-shepherd mix gets the first whiff of his new owners. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Life

Finding a forever home for the paw-lidays

Renton Animal Control partnered with Eastside Veterinary Associates for a special pet adoption event.

A photo of Kim Unti and a book to share memories of her at a celebrating her life. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/Renton Reporter

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Friends and family celebrate the life of Kim Unti

Unti was the acting executive director of the Renton Downtown Partnership prior to her death.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
One of the cadets from the annual Elf Academy tries to sneak around the sleeping head elf without waking him up. Cadets have to go through an obstacle course with bells on their belt without being too loud. The Elf Academy took place Saturday, Dec. 14. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Dec. 19 edition

Polar Bear Plunge: The icy plunge is back Jan. 1 and there are now two location options.

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Elf Academy cadets earn their jingle bells | Photos

The annual Elf Academy let’s local kids get their holiday spirit on with fun games, dancing and crafts.

Ella Whitaker sizes up her opponent while running the Liberty offense. Ben Ray / The Reporter

Sports

Liberty girls basketball team’s hot start continues

Patriots improve to 5-0 for second straight season, third best start in school history.

Jackson Whitaker shows a lot of emotion in the fourth quarter against the Wolverines. Ben Ray / The Reporter

Sports

Liberty’s Jackson Whitaker named WIAA Athlete of the Week

Whitaker had a 40 and 37 point performance in the first two games of the season.

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Life

Ukraine’s most prestigious dancers bring ‘The Nutcracker’ to South King County

On Sunday, Dec. 22, the Grand Kyiv Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” will showcase the most prestigious ballet dancers from…

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Man who shot teen in 2021 pleads guilty to manslaughter

The state recommends a sentence of 114 months.

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Man twirling a pipe | Renton police blotter

From the Renton police log.

The Renton Civic Theatre. (File photo)

Life

Renton Civic Theatre announces holiday programming

Check out a live puppet performance of the Dickenson classic “A Christmas Story” and more.

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7 arrested in child sex trafficking operation

In a two-day operation in September, police arrested seven men looking to purchase sex from minors, including a…

Veronica Garcia gives an interview after winning the 2A girls 400-meter final at the 2024 Washington State Championships at Mt. Tahoma High School in Tacoma. (Screenshot from Runnerspace.com video)

Sports

Proposals seek new rules for transgender athletes in WA schools

Other proposals target student-athlete transfer rules and girls flag football.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Life

What’s going on around Renton? | Dec. 12 edition

Winter Concert at Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center: Enjoy sounds of the season with the Renton City Concert…

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24 chihuahuas seized from a Renton home

Many of the dogs were injured, and the home was dirty.

Four of the seven freezers at the Renton Chamber are currently being used by the Salvation Army Renton while their freezer is being repaired. Photo courtesy of the Renton Chamber of Commerce.

Business

Renton Chamber’s freezers save thousands of pounds of donated food

Originally provided for local restaurants affected by the bomb cyclone power outages, the freezers are currently being utilized…

Small children went gaga for the Clam Lights in Renton. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Clam Lights illuminate Gene Coulon | Photos

The public can enjoy the Clam Lights from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. until Jan. 5.