Fairwood Residents Can Check Out Updated Fire Station during Open House June 22

The public is invited to celebrate the re-opening of Fire District 40’s newly remodeled Fire Station 17 on June 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Newcastle Neighbor Alerts Sleeping Resident to Kitchen Fire

A Newcastle neighbor gets credit from the Bellevue Fire Department for warning a sleeping resident of a fire that originated in a kitchen Monday night, the department reported.

Businesses Can’t Deny Employment to Convicted Felons, New Bill Says

Overnight Fire at Ukrainian Church

Motorcyclist Injured in I-405 Accident During Wednesday Evening Commute

Fairwood Family Lose Home in Fire

Renton Man Convicted for 2011 Bus Shelter Shooting

Say Keodara, 19, has recently been convicted of first-degree murder and three counts of first-degree assault.

One Seriously Injured in Tiffany Park Accident Sunday

A moped rider sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries following a collision with a car Sunday in the Tiffany Park neighborhood.

Trufant Foundation Items Still Missing Following Arrest

Police still seek a number of mini-helmets and autographed footballs stolen on May 19 in Renton, valued in the range of several thousands of dollars.

Parents of Slain Woman Urge Shooter to Come Forward

Lonnie Lynn Reynolds' parents joined a group Sunday at Liberty Park, where their daughter was shot on May 23. Services are planned for Friday.

One Killed in One-Vehicle Collision on SR 167 South of Kent Saturday, Witnesses Sought

King County Urges Water Safety Over Memorial Day Holiday

NFL Football Memorabilia Stolen From Trufant Foundation in South Renton

Theives allegedly stole a rental truck filled with football memorabilia belonging to NFL cornerback Marcus Trufant after he hosted a fundraising gala in support of his foundation.

Woman Dies from Gunshot Wound in Liberty Park Shooting

Police said a 20-year-old woman suffered life threatening injuries after she was shot during a fight at Liberty Park.

Renton Police Increase Patrols Near Transit Center

Eyes in the Sky: WSP Targeting Aggressive Drivers Around Big Rigs

The Washington State Patrol is launching an emphasis patrol over King County freeways this week with airplanes, targeting aggressive drivers around big commercial trucks.

Youth Education & Safety Fair at Renton Community Center May 18

Police to Target Seatbelt and Cellphone Use in Click-it-or-Ticket Campaign

Over a dozen King County law enforcement agencies, including Renton Police, will add extra patrols for ticketing "distracted drivers" from May 20 - June 2.

Man Sent to Hospital After Renton Fire Responds to Drowning Call

A man in his 40s was transported to Harborview Hospital on Saturday afternoon.

Man Hit on I-405 After Exiting Vehicle and Attempting to Cross Freeway

A 27-year-old Seattle man was seriously hurt Friday night when he tried to run across I-405 south of Bellevue.

UPDATE: Elderly Woman Killed in Car Accident on North Park Drive

Westbound NE Park Drive in Renton is currently closed, due to the police investigation, causing major traffic delays.

Search Team Finds Body of Renton Dentist Lost in April Avalanche

The body of 61-year-old Mitch Hungate was located by a team from King County Search and Rescue Wednesday morning on Granite Mountain near Snoqualmie Pass.

Two Teens Struck by Car on Northeast Fourth Street

Renton Police said two teens were taken to hospital after they tried to cross traffic during the Thursday evening rush hour and both were struck by a car.

Renton Man Accused of Selling Fake Chihuly Glass Art

Federal authorities say Michael Little, 35, marketed the counterfeit art through eBay.

Alert Neighbor Foils Burglars in Fairwood

King County Sheriff's deputies say a 23-year-old Kent man and a 30-year-old Auburn man were arrested for attempted burglary in unincorporated Renton.

Boston Strong at Seahawks 12K

Runners don Boston apparel to show support for victims of last week's terrorist attack.

UPDATE: Police Say Seahawks 12K Will Have 'Additional Security'

The Renton Police Department say it has "taken into consideration" the recent bombing at the Boston Marathon and has planned added security, officers and other measures for the Seahawks 12K Run.

Marymoor 5k Set to Benefit Renton WSP Trooper With Cancer

The "More Birthdays for Renee 5k Fun Run" is being held this Sunday at Marymoor Park in Redmond to help fund ongoing treatment for Trooper Renee Padgett.

UPDATE: Fire Displaces Eight Renton Residents; One Says it Was Intentionally Set

Firefighters found flames and smoke coming out of the house on Jefferson Avenue on Monday morning and helped one man get out. Five adults and three children were living in the house, and the rest made it out on their own.

Update: Missing Snowshoer Identified as Renton Dentist

Mitch Hungate, 61, was caught in an avalanche near Snoqualmie Pass on Saturday.

Phone Scammers Using 'Spoofed' Phone Numbers, Say Renton Police

Con-artists "spoofing" caller ID information to help them impersonate police reportedly tried to coerce a Renton woman into fraudulently wiring them money to settle a fake ticket, say Renton Police.

Renton Man Killed on Metro Escalator in Seattle

The Seattle Times reported that Maurecio Bell, 42, of Renton, was found unconscious and unresponsive about 5:30 a.m. Sunday, April 7.

Gunfire Breaks Up Party Near Kennydale Memorial Hall

Renton Police say no injuries were reported after an unknown suspect discharged a handgun Friday night outside a residence in Renton's Kennydale neighborhood.

Kentwood HS Bomb Threat Suspect Arrested

A 19-year-old former Kentwood High School student was arrested in Kennewick and two computers were seized on Saturday.

Husband and Wife Theft Team Busted by Redmond Police Gets Prison

The couple from the Bothell/Kirkland area were linked to at least 23 crimes in Renton and eight other local cities, including mail theft, ID theft, car prowling and burglary.

Fire District 40 Voters Consider Maintaining Benefit Charge in April Election

A measure asks mainly Fairwood residents if they would like to continue whether to continue a Fire Benefit Charge, which enables the district to fund services based on a formula of need and cost.

Renton Man Held in Auburn Tavern Shooting Deaths

Three people were killed and a fourth critically injured Sunday after a fight at Sports Page Tavern in Auburn turned deadly.

Benson Hill 'Fed Ex' Thieves Caught on Camera Making Getaway

An alert neighbor photographed residential thieves making a getaway after they swiped an unattended package from a front porch in the Benson Hill area.

KC Sheriff's Office: Drownings Increase With Warm Weather, Take Precautions

Recent warm weather has the King County Sheriff's Office reminding the public that water recreation can be great fun -- if the proper safety precautions are taken.

Update: Kentwood High Early Dismissal After Threat Promises "Blood Bath"

An email sent this morning to the school in neighboring Covington made threats of a” hostage take-over and blood bath," according to the King County Sheriff's Office.