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A kilogram of heroin was seized from Hernandez's truck during his arrest. Photo provided by the U.S. Attorney’s Office

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Renton man sentenced to 7 years for distributing heavy drugs

A long-time Renton resident was sentenced to seven years in prison for distributing “pound quantities of methamphetamine and…

Renton Police Chief Jon Schuldt talked about the scope of the RPD’s work as security during the FIFA World Cup at the June 1 Renton Committee of the Whole meeting . Courtesy image.

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FIFA: Renton Police to offer security for Belgium team

The Renton Police Department will be helping with the security operations for the Belgium National team during their…

The individual pictured is a suspect in the arson at Walmart and police are seeking public help in identifying the individual. Photo provided by Renton Police Department

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Renton police seeking suspect in Walmart arson

Renton Police are searching for a suspect in the arson at Walmart on Friday night, June 5.

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Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone testifies at the Sound Transit Board of Directors meeting May 28.

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Sound Transit approves money for Renton parking garage

Sound Transit will now be building a $100 million parking garage at the future Renton Transit Center.

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What does it cost to attend the World Cup?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup may end up being one of the most expensive in history for fans…

Many public transportation options are available for those looking to avoid street traffic during the World Cup. Pictured: Crowds board the Sound Transit Link Light Rail at Star Lake station. File photo

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Road construction will be limited during World Cup to aid traffic

The Washington State Department of Transportation will be restricting and limiting work on several major construction projects during…

The approved plan for the Renton High School reconstruction has baseball and softball fields where South Tillicum Street and South Tobin Street currently sit. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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Renton High School expansion advances despite concerns over street vacation

The Renton City Council approved a street vacation crucial to the current design of the new Renton High…

A homeless camp prior to crews cleaned it up in Mill Creek Canyon in Kent. COURTESY FILE PHOTO, City of Kent

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King County homelessness program’s fate is unclear amid financial problems

The King County Council is demanding action in correcting the $45 million budget deficit of the King County…

A Renton Flock camera. COURTESY PHOTO, City of Renton

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Renton suspends Flock cameras again after public outcry

The city of Renton will “put a pause on” the use of automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras…

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More I-405 closures May 11-18

All lanes of northbound I-405 will be closed this weekend and overnight during the week.

The I-405/Renton to Bellevue Widening and Express Toll Lanes Project. Photo provided by the Washington Department of Transportation

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Southbound I-405 to close May 8-11

All lanes of southbound I-405 will be closed this weekend near Renton and Bellevue.

Police have identified a vehicle that may have information in connection to the shooting homicide Tuesday night. Photo provided by Renton Police

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Witnesses sought in Renton homicide

A man has died after a shooting late Tuesday night, April 28, in Renton and police are asking…

A 2-year-old girl was killed in a single-vehicle crash April 27 along 104th Avenue SE. COURTESY PHOTO, Auburn Police Department

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Child, 2, dies after DUI crash in Auburn

A 2-year-old girl died from injuries suffered during a car crash in Auburn on April 27.

A crash involving a female driver and two juveniles resulted in a road closure on 104th Avenue SE. Photo provided by the Auburn Police Department

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2 juveniles injured in Auburn crash

Two juveniles are in serious condition after an adult female driver crashed a car into a tree in…

A homeless encampment along the Green River. FILE PHOTO

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Audit reveals $45M deficit at King County Regional Homelessness Authority

An approximate $45 million shortage and an unreconciled receivables account of $8 million has county officials worried about…

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I-405 closures April 27-May 2

I-405 will see nightly closures this week as construction on the express toll lanes continues.

John Wilson, King County Assessor. Photo provided by King County

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King County Council demands assessor resign over stalking charges

The King County Council is calling for the resignation of King County Assessor John Arthur Wilson after he…

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Southbound I-405 closes this weekend near Renton

All lanes of southbound I-405 will be closed this weekend near Renton.

Northbound I-405 will be closed from N. Southport Drive/NE Sunset Boulevard to Coal Creek Parkway SE. Photo provided by WSDOT

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Northbound I-405 to close this weekend in Renton and Bellevue

Northbound I-405 will be closed this weekend in Renton and Bellevue.

Flock camera. Courtesy photo/City of Renton

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Renton suspends use of automated license plate reader cameras

The Renton Police Department has suspended all use of its automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras to comply…