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I-405 through Renton will be closed throughout the weekend, beginning Friday, Sept. 13 and ending early Monday, Sept. 15. Courtesy of WSDOT.

Major weekend traffic: I-405 in Renton closed late Friday to early Monday

Southbound I-405 will be closed the entire weekend, while northbound will only be for a few hours early Sunday morning.

 

Bobby Wagner and Richard Sherman pose for a photo with a fan on the opening day of Crumbl Cookies, which Wagner co-owns. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Wagner, Sherman sign autographs in Renton at Crumbl Cookies grand opening | Photos

Some fans got in line at 4 a.m. in for the chance to meet the former Seahawks players.

 

In an effort to strengthen King County’s cultural sector and increasing public access to arts, heritage, science, public art and historic preservation education and experiences, 4Culture and Doors Open will bring funding to local non-profit organizations in 2025 and beyond. Susan Point. “Northwind Fishing Weir Legend”, 1997. Carved and painted cedar with cast concrete. Green River Trail, Tukwila, WA. King County Public Art Collection. Photo: joefreemanjunior.com

Doors Open brings millions of dollars to arts and cultural organizations throughout King County

With a minimum of 25% of funding to go to areas outside of Seattle, Doors Open will strengthen public acces to art, heritage, science and historic preservation.

 

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Bench warrant issued in 2022 forced prostitution case in Renton

The woman was charged with attempting to promote prostitution and unlawful imprisonment

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Renton City Council approves motion to research Houston family land issue

Houston family seeking reparations from the Renton School District

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Attorney General Bob Ferguson discussed the KCPAO’s organized retail theft task force at the Kent Safety and Security Summit. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Police and fire chiefs and Ferguson discuss public safety at summit

Hosted by the Kent Chamber of Commerce, the summit included a panel discussion about organized retail theft, cyber security, fire prevention and NARCAN.

Attorney General Bob Ferguson discussed the KCPAO’s organized retail theft task force at the Kent Safety and Security Summit. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
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Key To Change director receives Seahawks-Delta Community Captain award

Quinton Morris of Renton’s Key To Change teaches violin and viola to students

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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.

King County Council approves traffic safety study in Fairwood

Fairwood community has been calling for more robust traffic safety in the area.

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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.
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Want a speed limit decrease in Fairwood? Public comments are open until Aug. 6

The proposed reduction would be on 140th Avenue Southeast, where 4 were killed in March

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9th Congressional District Rep. Adam Smith, 8th Congressional District Rep. Kim Schrier, 1st Congressional District Rep. Suzan DelBene and U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell are among Democrats from Washington state who support President Joe Biden’s decision to stop his re-election campaign. Courtesy photos

WA Democrat leaders ‘applaud’ Biden for dropping out of race

Smith, Schrier, DelBene and Cantwell released statements in support of President Biden’s Sunday decision to no longer seek re-election.

9th Congressional District Rep. Adam Smith, 8th Congressional District Rep. Kim Schrier, 1st Congressional District Rep. Suzan DelBene and U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell are among Democrats from Washington state who support President Joe Biden’s decision to stop his re-election campaign. Courtesy photos
John Houston (center) speaks during a post-screening panel discussion for the “King County Reparations Project.” Pictured left to right: Stephanie Johnson-Tolliver, President of the Black Heritage Society of Washington State; Seattle Central College professor Rev. Carl Livingston; Houston; Director Angela Moorer; Former King County Councilmember Larry Gossett. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Documentary on reparations includes Renton family’s story

Reparations Project tells the stories of the displacement of African Americans in King County

John Houston (center) speaks during a post-screening panel discussion for the “King County Reparations Project.” Pictured left to right: Stephanie Johnson-Tolliver, President of the Black Heritage Society of Washington State; Seattle Central College professor Rev. Carl Livingston; Houston; Director Angela Moorer; Former King County Councilmember Larry Gossett. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
Summer Passports can be found at all 12 participating women-owned businesses. Courtesy photo.

12 local women-owned businesses launch summer passport program

In an initiative to boost small businesses in Maple Valley, Covington and Black Diamond, shoppers and patrons of each women-owned business will be eligible to receive weekly raffle prizes.

Summer Passports can be found at all 12 participating women-owned businesses. Courtesy photo.
U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D) represents the 9th Congressional District, which includes multiple cities in King County. File photo

Congressman Smith weighs in on Supreme Court and Biden

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D) represents Renton, Mercer Island, Tukwila, Des Moines, Federal Way and parts of Seattle, Bellevue, Kent and Auburn.

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D) represents the 9th Congressional District, which includes multiple cities in King County. File photo
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After the rain comes the rainbow: Renton’s Pride Wine Walk returns | Photos

Presented June 14 by Renton Downtown Partnership and Renton Pride

Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
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Man charged with first-degree murder of Renton businesswoman

Accused Louis Hernandez was Reyna Hernandez’s partner, according to Renton Police.

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Firefighters from Puget Sound Fire and Renton Regional Fire Authority were able to extinguish the fire within an hour of arriving to the scene. Courtesy image.

Fire at self-storage building near SR 167 ruled accidental

Fire was met with a response from over 60 firefighters from Kent and Renton crews.

Firefighters from Puget Sound Fire and Renton Regional Fire Authority were able to extinguish the fire within an hour of arriving to the scene. Courtesy image.
Gov. Inslee announces the $45 million EV rebate program on April 23. Courtesy image

Governor announces rebate program for EV purchases

Washington is the first state to prioritize low-cost leases for electric vehicles.

Gov. Inslee announces the $45 million EV rebate program on April 23. Courtesy image
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Construction begins on new Valley Cancer Center in Renton

Renton’s Valley Medical Center serves over 600,000 residents throughout South King County.

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Speakers at the Valley Comm/Crisis Connections press conference on April 16. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Help is 3 numbers away: Crisis 911-988-211 services are now under one roof

“Through the Valley Comm 911/Crisis Connections partnership, we will help thousands more South King County community members get through what they’re going through.”

Speakers at the Valley Comm/Crisis Connections press conference on April 16. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Renton Regional Fire Authority. Courtesy image.

Firefighters extinguish large brush fire in Renton

Broke out Friday, April 19; could be seen from Interstate 405

Renton Regional Fire Authority. Courtesy image.