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The rainbow doors at United Christian Church of Renton were run over and heavily damaged by an unknown driver. This isn’t the first time the pro-LGBTQ+ church has been vandalized. (Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing)

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Pro-LGBTQ+ church display vandalized by unidentified driver

United Christian Church of Renton’s signature rainbow doors were heavily damaged over the weekend, something the church has…

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King County Sheriff’s Office deputy faces assault charge

A King County Sheriff’s Office deputy faces a misdemeanor assault charge after King County prosecutors say he intentionally…

Crews removed the rooftop of a vehicle involved in a collision with a semi-truck Oct. 16 to extricate the patient trapped inside. (Courtesy of the Renton Regional Fire Authority.)

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Semi-truck and vehicle collide in Renton

A collision involving a semi-truck and vehicle resulted in the hospitalization of an individual on Oct. 16.

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Spooky-themed cake pops at Olde Halloween Party in Renton.

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

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Renton Regional Fire Authority reports six “significant” incidents during September

The Renton Regional Fire Authority (Renton RFA) reportedly responded to 1,563 total incidents during the month of September…

The interior of a vacant downtown Renton building after a fire in June 2023. (Courtesy of the Renton Regional Fire Authority.)

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Squatters in Renton’s vacant buildings create fire and safety hazards

The Renton Regional Fire Authority tied a number of wildland fires in the Royal Hills area in the…

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Kim-Khanh Van, Council Position No. 7 incumbent (left), and Randy Corman, Council Position No. 7 candidate (right).

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Candidate Q&A: Renton City Council Position 7

Kim-Khanh Van vs. Randy Corman: Candidates share thoughts on Renton issues.

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Ryan McIrvin, Council Position No. 4 incumbent (left), and Sanjeev Yonzon, Council Position No. 4 candidate.

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Candidate Q&A: Renton City Council Position 4

Ryan McIrvin vs. Sanjeev Yonzon: Candidates share thoughts on Renton issues.

Around the Sound Sports podcast is hosted by Ben Ray. Email benjamin.ray@soundpublishing.com.

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Soccer, volleyball and football rivalries | Around the Sound Sports podcast

In this episode we look at the Kentwood vs. Kentridge soccer rivalry, which resulted in a draw. We…

Screenshot from King County Elections website: 
Valerie O’Halloran, Council Position No. 3 incumbent (left), and Erica J. Conway, Council Position No. 3 candidate (right).

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Candidate Q&A: Renton City Council Position 3

Valerie O’Halloran and Erica J. Conway share thoughts on Renton issues.

June Paik (left) and her employees at Master Hair Care can work with clients for hours to find the perfect wig or hair piece. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Master Hair Care offers quality wigs, warm service for cancer patients

This woman-owned small business is one of the most recommended in the area for people experiencing hair loss.

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Ed Prince, Council Position No. 5 incumbent (left), and Marvin Rosete, Council Position No. 5 candidate (right).

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Candidate Q&A: Renton City Council Position 5

Ed Prince vs. Marvin Rosete share thoughts on Renton issues.

Plain view of the Williams Avenue South construction. Image courtesy of the City of Renton.

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Pedestrian-friendly construction begins on Williams Avenue South

Crews are cutting down trees between 2nd Street and 3rd Street as part of the project.

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Woman gets pepper-sprayed after turning down advances | Renton police blotter

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Prolific burglar arrested again | King County Crime Dive

In this episode, we take a closer look at how Renton police arrested serial burglary suspect Feleti Wight…

Highline College in Des Moines is one of the most diverse higher education institutions in Washington state. File photo

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Fewer students enroll at state’s public colleges, study says

Enrollment has picked up since the pandemic, but the lag threatens the state’s quest for education equity.

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Bailey Jo Josie, Ben Ray and Benjamin Leung won first, second and third place awards at the 2023 Better Newspaper Contest for their work covering sports, businesses and crime in Renton.

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Renton Reporter wins at 2023 Better Newspaper Contest

Bailey Jo Josie, Benjamin Leung, Ben Ray, Cameron Sheppard and Katie Morgan were recognized by the Washington Newspaper…

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A costumed family receives treats at Renton’s 2022 Truck or Treat event.

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

Truck or Treat Halloween Drive Thru at Renton Community Center: An alternative to regular trick-or-treating, this event will…

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Hummus Shakshuka at Gold Schnitzel Mediterranean.

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New cafe claims to be Renton’s premier Kosher restaurant

Gold Schnitzel Mediterranean delivers on some Israeli classics.

Volunteers from the Seattle Aquarium posted at the Renton Library to help teach people about the returning Cedar River salmon. (Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing)

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Circle of life: Cedar River salmon return to spawn

Throughout the month of October, the Seattle Aquarium is posting volunteer educators at some of the best salmon…