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Sixty-one orange traffic barrels were set up April 2, 2024, on the WSDOT front lawn in Olympia. Each cone represents a fallen WSDOT employee killed on the job since 1950 - many in active work zones. The visual display is meant to remind everyone of the importance of slowing down in work zones. Photo courtesy of Washington State Department of Transportation.

WSDOT: Slow down for Work Zone Awareness Week

The number of fatal crashes in marked work zones had doubled in 2023 when compared to the previous year.

Sixty-one orange traffic barrels were set up April 2, 2024, on the WSDOT front lawn in Olympia. Each cone represents a fallen WSDOT employee killed on the job since 1950 - many in active work zones. The visual display is meant to remind everyone of the importance of slowing down in work zones. Photo courtesy of Washington State Department of Transportation.
LivAway Suites broke ground near Topgolf in Renton. Courtesy image

Extended-stay hotel breaks ground in Renton

LivAway Suites to be built near Topgolf, Boeing and The Landing.

LivAway Suites broke ground near Topgolf in Renton. Courtesy image
Flowers, framed photos, plush toys and a QR code to the GoFundMe pages of the families grace the memorial site after the March 19 crash. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Judge, lawyers debate low bail for Kent driver in fatal Renton crash

Judge explains reduction from $1 million to $100,000, which was posted by family of Chase Jones

Flowers, framed photos, plush toys and a QR code to the GoFundMe pages of the families grace the memorial site after the March 19 crash. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Chase Wilcoxson, father to Matilda, 13, and Eloise,12, places a family photo at the roadside memorial dedicated to his daughters, Buster Brown, 12, and Andrea Hudson, 38. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Families forgive Kent suspect involved in fatal crash near Renton

High-speed collision March 19 killed four; families of victims call to make the roads safer

Chase Wilcoxson, father to Matilda, 13, and Eloise,12, places a family photo at the roadside memorial dedicated to his daughters, Buster Brown, 12, and Andrea Hudson, 38. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Comic book collection is still a staple of Emerald City Comic Con. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Fandoms converge at Emerald City Comic Con

Even with big names at this year’s con, locals brought the good vibes to the nerdy weekend.

Comic book collection is still a staple of Emerald City Comic Con. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
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Boeing has 90 days to create comprehensive action plan, says FAA

The FAA continues its investigation into the flight that depressurized because of a door malfunction

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In-flight structural failure, Alaska Airlines flight 1282

Report: Renton-built Boeing 737 MAX was missing four bolts on exit door

On Jan. 5, the plane was flying at 16,000 feet when the door/plug broke away

In-flight structural failure, Alaska Airlines flight 1282
Voiceover actor Kat Cressida will visit Auburn at Unlock the Con on Feb. 17-18 for meet and greets, an exclusive dinner with a Q&A panel and a Sunday “Brunch with the Bride.” (Courtesy photo)

Disney voice actor Kat Cressida to host meet and greet in Auburn

Tickets are available for this two-day fandom event at the Outlet Collection’s Unlock the Con on Feb. 17 and 18.

Voiceover actor Kat Cressida will visit Auburn at Unlock the Con on Feb. 17-18 for meet and greets, an exclusive dinner with a Q&A panel and a Sunday “Brunch with the Bride.” (Courtesy photo)
Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
The Seattle Dykes on Bikes at the 2023 Making Strides of Seattle breast cancer walk. Courtesy photo.

Lesbian motorcycle club offers community and security

Membership continues to grow for the first Washington state chapter of Dykes on Bikes.

The Seattle Dykes on Bikes at the 2023 Making Strides of Seattle breast cancer walk. Courtesy photo.
The Renton Polar Bear Plunge usually takes place at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park but has been changed to the city aquatic center on Jan. 1, 2024. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

New Year’s Day Polar Bear Plunge in Renton moved to Henry Moses Aquatic Center

Register online for your free jump in the chilly city pool, at 10 a.m. Jan. 1

The Renton Polar Bear Plunge usually takes place at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park but has been changed to the city aquatic center on Jan. 1, 2024. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Members of the Valley Medical Oncology department pose with one of the chairs from the Infusion Center. Each chair costs $6,000. Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Valley Medical Cancer Center construction to begin in January

A “skybreaking” ceremony at the future site of the Valley Medical Cancer Center explored the need for a large and inclusive facility for cancer patients throughout South King County.

Members of the Valley Medical Oncology department pose with one of the chairs from the Infusion Center. Each chair costs $6,000. Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
E. Bailey Medilo, 18, of Renton urged council members to vote “yes” on on the motion to adopt a minimum wage increase at the Dec. 4 meeting. Medilo is part of the “Raise the Wage in Renton” campaign, which began when they were 17 and a senior at Renton High School. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Renton voters to decide on city’s minimum wage rate in February

Measure proposes setting pay at more than $19 per hour

E. Bailey Medilo, 18, of Renton urged council members to vote “yes” on on the motion to adopt a minimum wage increase at the Dec. 4 meeting. Medilo is part of the “Raise the Wage in Renton” campaign, which began when they were 17 and a senior at Renton High School. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Renton brothers Greg and Michael Chaikou. Courtesy photo.

Renton teen brothers volunteer to help Ukrainians learn English

Michael and Greg Chaikou were inspired to help Ukrainian immigrants affected by the war.

Renton brothers Greg and Michael Chaikou. Courtesy photo.
Gov. Jay Inslee, along with Rivian associates, Renton Technical College staff and RTC students in front of a Rivian mobile service vehicle after the governor toured the new program space. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Gov. Inslee visits Renton Technical College with EVs on agenda

Partnership between Rivian and RTC will allow students to become electric vehicle technicians.

Gov. Jay Inslee, along with Rivian associates, Renton Technical College staff and RTC students in front of a Rivian mobile service vehicle after the governor toured the new program space. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
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Arrests made in Renton after armed carjacking in Newcastle

Two males, ages 21 and 16, were arrested at The Landing on Nov. 29

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Renton Police Department. (File photo)

Renton Police investigate drive-by shooting near Hazen High School

At least two unidentified teens in a red vehicle shot at, but did not injure, a man driving an SUV.

Renton Police Department. (File photo)
Anne Smith of Retro Emporium in Kent with an alien invader from "Mars Attacks!". Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Ack ack ack! Retro Emporium attacks with four Best of Kent awards

Since opening in 2019, Retro Emporium in Kent has been a favorite stop in Kent for eclectic gifts, pop culture items, 80s rock music and… Continue reading

Anne Smith of Retro Emporium in Kent with an alien invader from "Mars Attacks!". Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Reber Ranch has been open in Kent since 1984. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Reber Ranch gets the blue ribbon

A pet store, feed store, grooming salon and veterinary office all rolled into one, Reber Ranch has been a staple of the Kent area for… Continue reading

Reber Ranch has been open in Kent since 1984. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.