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Sound Transit to change light rail fare to $3 flat rate in fall 2024

Current fares vary depending on trip distance

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Local leaders help cut the ribbon at the Federal Way toxicology lab opening event. From left to right: Mayor Jim Ferrell, State Sen. Claire Wilson, Deputy Mayor Susan Honda, Gov. Jay Inslee, Council President Linda Kochmar, Dr. Fiona Couper, director of the Forensic Laboratory Services Bureau, WSP Chief John Batiste and Federal Way Police Chief Andy Hwang. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Reporter

State patrol opens new toxicology lab in Federal Way

Facility expected to speed up test results related to DUIs and assaults.

Local leaders help cut the ribbon at the Federal Way toxicology lab opening event. From left to right: Mayor Jim Ferrell, State Sen. Claire Wilson, Deputy Mayor Susan Honda, Gov. Jay Inslee, Council President Linda Kochmar, Dr. Fiona Couper, director of the Forensic Laboratory Services Bureau, WSP Chief John Batiste and Federal Way Police Chief Andy Hwang. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Reporter
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One-time grant offered for homelessness assistance in South King County

King County has set aside $5 million for cities to construct and operate projects to address local homelessness.

  • Dec 13, 2023
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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.
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Three fatal shootings in Auburn in a week

Auburn Police and King County Sheriff’s Office continue to investigate.

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Vandals spray-paint demands for Gaza cease-fire on U.S. Rep. Adam Smith’s Bellevue home

9th Congressional District covers parts of Bellevue, Renton, Kent, Federal Way and Auburn

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King County Crime Dive podcast.

3 teen inmates escape | King County Crime Dive

In this episode, we take a closer look at Echo Glen Children’s Center, which recently saw another batch of escapes by juvenile inmates.

King County Crime Dive podcast.
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Wild Waves’ property owners in Federal Way prepare for rezoning

Agreement would allow more flexibility for development at the theme park, such as construction of a hotel.

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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.
King County Crime Dive podcast.

Kirkland cop on paid leave | King County Crime Dive

In this episode, we take a closer look at a Kirkland police officer who is accused of harassing workers at bikini barista stands.

King County Crime Dive podcast.
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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)
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Auburn Police investigate two homicides

Less than 10 hours apart on Nov. 28 and 29

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Photo courtesy of James Jantos

Mercer Island High School marching band loves a parade | Photos

Band performs in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

  • Nov 29, 2023
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Echo Glen Children’s Center (Screenshot from Washington State Dept. of Children, Youth, and Families)

Three teens caught after escaping from Echo Glen Children’s Center

At least ten inmates have escaped from the juvenile correctional facility this year.

Echo Glen Children’s Center (Screenshot from Washington State Dept. of Children, Youth, and Families)
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Federal Way police chief talks crime, staffing and pursuits

Pursuit laws and laws around questioning minors impact department

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Young Renton girl is suspect in series of burglaries and thefts

In one incident, the girl, described as 12 to 14 years old, successfully stole a vehicle.

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Anonymous benefactor donates $800,000 to fully fund Auburn food bank relocation

Executive director: ‘I have a Christmas miracle at Thanksgiving’

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