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The scene of the incident. Courtesy of Renton Police Department

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Auburn man charged with vehicular assault after motorcycle crash in Renton

The man allegedly chased the motorcyclist before he struck him with his Jeep.

Items found inside the Porsche Cox was allegedly in and a photo of Cox. From charging documents.

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Renton man accused of ramming Seattle police

The suspect was allegedly in a stolen Porsche.

Santa stands among a sea of presents at the “North Pole.” Photo courtesy of Greg Bakke.

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The Forgotten Children’s Fund brings gifts and joy for nearly 50 years

Santa Claus is coming to town and he is bringing gifts to the underserved families this holiday season.

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III sprints toward the end zone against the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, Dec. 18, at Lumen Field in Seattle. (Photo courtesy of the Seattle Seahawks)

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Three takeaways from Seattle’s historic night

The Seahawks rallied in one of the most impressive comebacks in franchise history. Here’s what stands out.

Renton City Hall. File photo

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Renton City Council announces committee members

The Renton City Council prepared for the new year by announcing committees at their final city council meeting…

On Friday, Dec. 5, the City of Renton and Ivar’s kicked off the annual Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park holiday lights with festivities including photos with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus. Enjoy the daily Clam Lights from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. until Sunday, Jan. 4. The park is located at 1201 Lake Washington Boulevard North in Renton. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | Dec. 18 edition

Renton Community Calendar.

Ayoub Jarato celebrates a three pointer for the Eagles. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Lindbergh avenges last season’s heartbreak and downs Sequim

Sequim ended the Eagles at the state tournament last year, but Lindbergh got revenge this time around.

Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Try Furoshiki: Japan’s eco-friendly way to wrap gifts

In collaboration with the Seattle Consulate-General of Japan and the King County Library System, local residents learned “Fabulous…

The mudslide happened on SR-169 the evening of Tuesday, Dec. 16, and one lane remains closed at Renton Public Works crews work on the scene. Image courtesy of the City of Renton.

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Maple Valley Highway near I-405 partially closed due to mudslide

The westbound lane on Maple Valley Highway/SR-169 is closed east of the Renton Community Center.

Liberty’s Tyson Burley drives to the basket against Renton. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Liberty overcomes three-point first quarter in win over Renton

Junior Tyson Burley’s 16 point second quarter points jolt Liberty to 5-1 start.

Courtesy Photo, Renton Police

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Renton boy pleads guilty to 2024 fatal shooting

The 17-year-old defendant pleaded guilty to a manslaughter incident where he accidentally shot his friend.

A breach in the Desimone Levee along the Green River on Dec. 15 in Tukwila. SCREENSHOT/Video, Courtesy King County Sheriff’s Office

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Green River levee breach impacts small areas of Kent, Renton and Tukwila

Levee breach video released; evacuation notice lifted Monday evening by King County

Courtesy of WSDOT

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Both directions of SR 167 closed in Kent and Auburn due to flooding

The Washington State Department of Transportation reports that both directions of State Route 167 between Kent and Auburn…

The highlighted parcels show the land the city wants to use for a parks maintenance shop and possibly a resource center. Photo taken from King County Parcel Viewer

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City to acquire four properties on East Valley Road

The city of Renton is using eminent domain to acquire property for a parks maintenance shop and possibly…

The map outlines the 12.5-acre property that will add to the Cedar River Park. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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City officially buys 12.5 acres next to Cedar River Park

The city of Renton has officially purchased 12.5 acres of land to expand the Cedar River Park.

Floodwater from the Snohomish River partially covers a flood water sign on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Sound Publishing photo)

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Feds approve WA emergency declaration for record flooding

As rivers began to recede, the federal government on Dec. 12 approved Washington’s request for aid to respond…

The new playground design, created by Northwest Playground Equipment, will be built at Highlands Park next spring. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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New playground is coming to Highlands Park

A new playground will soon be coming to the Renton Highlands neighborhood.

Annie is accompanied by Oliver Warbucks and Grace Farrell to the movies. Photo courtesy of Renton Civic Theatre

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Renton Civic Theatre’s “Annie” is a holiday treat

RCT’s final show of 2025 ends its run on Sunday, Dec. 21.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
Take a free photo with Santa Claus at Santa House at the Renton Civic Theatre on the first three Saturdays of December, from 1–4 p.m. Furry family members are welcomed too.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Dec. 11 edition

Renton Community Calendar.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Soggy dogs get their cardio in at the Candy Cane 5K | Photos

Over 400 people signed up for this year’s annual K9 Candy Cane 5K Fun Run and Walk in…