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Kay Feather with her Battle Buddy Kyro. Photo courtesy of Northwest Battle Buddies.

Northwest Battle Buddies help veterans with PTSD

Shannon Walker was a professional dog trainer for years when a veteran named Kevin W. came to her wanting his personal dog, Sammy, to be… Continue reading

Kay Feather with her Battle Buddy Kyro. Photo courtesy of Northwest Battle Buddies.
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King County courthouse dog retires after 10 years of service

On Oct. 21, a beloved, four-legged member of the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office team officially retired after a decade of service to the people… Continue reading

  • Oct 31, 2025
  • Staff reports
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The Auburn Food Bank at 2806 Auburn Way N. provides nourishment for people in need. File photo

WA directs state dollars to food banks as SNAP funding cliff nears

Washington state will give food banks $2.2 million per week as they deal with the potential end of food stamp benefits due to the ongoing… Continue reading

  • Oct 29, 2025
  • By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard
The Auburn Food Bank at 2806 Auburn Way N. provides nourishment for people in need. File photo
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DEA recovers over 4,000 grams of fentanyl in Renton

Eight people were indicted following a drug raid that targeted a family based drug trafficking ring.

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Spokane ‘South Hill rapist’ leaves Auburn, goes to Federal Way

Convicted rapist Kevin Coe moved to a home less than a half-mile from an elementary school.

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Drone helps Auburn officers arrest robbery suspects

Four suspects allegedly attempted to rob a man.

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Legacy Square project in downtown Renton moves along

Park will serve as a public viewing area for the 2026 World Cup matches.

  • Oct 21, 2025
  • By Drew Dotson drew.dotson@rentonreporter.com
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Hundreds came out for Fairwood’s first No Kings protest. Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Photos: Fairwood joins The Landing in Renton for No Kings protest

Intersection of Southeast Petrovitsky Road and 140th Avenue Southeast draws crowd

Hundreds came out for Fairwood’s first No Kings protest. Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
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Overall gun violence down, but doubling among youth in King County

King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office reports that youth victims of gun violence have increased.

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Photos of Soo Jin Hahn. Courtesy photos

Claim filed against state over death of Federal Way child

Soo Jin Hahn, 5, was allegedly killed by her father following multiple signs of abuse.

Photos of Soo Jin Hahn. Courtesy photos
Courtesy Photo, King County Elections

King County Elections mails ballots for Nov. 4 general election

Voters should receive ballots by Oct. 20

Courtesy Photo, King County Elections
A bust of George Washington lies tipped over on the third floor of the Washington state Capitol building in Olympia, after a vandal broke in and caused damage on Sunday night. (Photo courtesy of Department of Enterprise Services)

Man accused of vandalizing WA Capitol undergoes mental health evaluation

A Washington man suspected of breaking into and vandalizing the state Capitol is undergoing a mental health evaluation, an attorney confirmed Oct. 10. Authorities initially… Continue reading

  • Oct 14, 2025
  • By Emily Fitzgerald and Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard
A bust of George Washington lies tipped over on the third floor of the Washington state Capitol building in Olympia, after a vandal broke in and caused damage on Sunday night. (Photo courtesy of Department of Enterprise Services)
Ganna Stogniy and her family face an uncertain future like many other Ukrainian refugees. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

Tragedy shatters Ukrainian family’s American dreams

Federal Way group offers support as Covington family struggles with immigration status.

Ganna Stogniy and her family face an uncertain future like many other Ukrainian refugees. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
Courtesy Photo, Federal Way Police

Second suspect charged in Feb. murder at FW apartment complex

The defendant was allegedly fighting for a cellphone with a female when a juvenile shot her.

Courtesy Photo, Federal Way Police
Seahawks Blue Thunder, Seahawks cheerleaders, DAWN and Project Be Free took part in the 1K walk. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Purple Light Night: Crowd walks in Renton for DV awareness

Renton recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Seahawks Blue Thunder, Seahawks cheerleaders, DAWN and Project Be Free took part in the 1K walk. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
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Suspect, 16, arrested in connection with Federal Way murder

The incident occurred Feb. 13. Another suspect was also located.

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Spokane South Hill rapist Kevin Coe moves to Auburn

He was released Oct. 2 from McNeil Island and was initially thought to be moving to Federal Way.

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Hammer-wielding vandal damages WA Capitol in late-night break-in

Auburn man, 29, accused of lighting fires, tipping over statues and breaking glass inside the building.

  • Oct 6, 2025
  • By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard
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Kevin Coe’s mugshot taken in August 2006. Courtesy of the Department of Corrections.
Kevin Coe’s mugshot taken in August 2006. Courtesy of the Department of Corrections.
The suspect surrendering after fleeing from an officer. COURTESY PHOTO

Juvenile sentenced in Auburn transit station shooting

The boy in May shot another in the abdomen and then ran from police before he was apprehended.

The suspect surrendering after fleeing from an officer. COURTESY PHOTO