Twin brothers living out their ‘dream’ as officers with Renton Police Department
As December 18 marks “National Twin Day,” the Renton Police Department is highlighting two of its finest officers. Twin brothers, Suliasi “Suli” Tamaivena and Sitiveni “Siti” Tamaivena joined the department three years ago. They were born in Fiji, then moved to California at age four for a couple years, before their family made Washington their forever home. Suli and Siti have always worked the same job together. The twins said they landed their “dream” job with the police department, and said they hope to spend the rest of their careers serving the people of Renton.
As December 18 marks “National Twin Day,” the Renton Police Department is highlighting two of its finest officers. Twin brothers, Suliasi “Suli” Tamaivena and Sitiveni “Siti” Tamaivena joined the department three years ago. They were born in Fiji, then moved to California at age four for a couple years, before their family made Washington their forever home. Suli and Siti have always worked the same job together. The twins said they landed their “dream” job with the police department, and said they hope to spend the rest of their careers serving the people of Renton.
Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash in Kent, WA
A man is dead following a late night crash on Saturday in the Kent area. The driver who hit the victim fled the scene.
A man is dead following a late night crash on Saturday in the Kent area. The driver who hit the victim fled the scene.
Lummi Nation declares state of emergency as floods devastate parts of WA
Drone video from the Nooksack River at Slater Road shows a field of water. The flooding heavily impacts Lummi Nation, as there is now only one access point onto the land.
Drone video from the Nooksack River at Slater Road shows a field of water. The flooding heavily impacts Lummi Nation, as there is now only one access point onto the land.
One killed after U-Haul truck explodes in Idaho shopping center parking lot
Early Saturday morning, a U-Haul truck exploded in a Lewiston, Idaho shopping center parking lot, killing 61-year-old Douglas Petersen.
Early Saturday morning, a U-Haul truck exploded in a Lewiston, Idaho shopping center parking lot, killing 61-year-old Douglas Petersen.
Man killed in hit-and-run on SR 516 in Kent, WA
A man died at the scene after being struck by an eastbound vehicle on State Route 516 near Meeker Street in Kent, according to Washington State Patrol.
A man died at the scene after being struck by an eastbound vehicle on State Route 516 near Meeker Street in Kent, according to Washington State Patrol.
Second round of stormy weather ahead for Seattle this week
We're tracking prolonged and renewed river flooding ahead for Seattle and Western Washington this week. There will be rounds of rain and wind.
We're tracking prolonged and renewed river flooding ahead for Seattle and Western Washington this week. There will be rounds of rain and wind.
Christmas celebrations light up Lake Union and Greenlake
Green Lake’s annual Lights event illuminated the water with lanterns and live music, while the Seattle Christmas Boat Parade brought decorated vessels to Lake Union in support of Seattle Children’s Hospital.
Green Lake’s annual Lights event illuminated the water with lanterns and live music, while the Seattle Christmas Boat Parade brought decorated vessels to Lake Union in support of Seattle Children’s Hospital.
WA officials shut down 6-mile stretch of SR-167 due to standing water
Several miles of highway are shut down with no estimated time of reopening as state officials continue to assess flood damage and standing water on roadways across the western Washington region following a severe atmospheric river last week.
Several miles of highway are shut down with no estimated time of reopening as state officials continue to assess flood damage and standing water on roadways across the western Washington region following a severe atmospheric river last week.
Mystery donor drops gold coin worth thousands in Salvation Army bucket
A Salvation Army location in Vermont recently received an unexpected and heartwarming surprise among its holiday donations.
A Salvation Army location in Vermont recently received an unexpected and heartwarming surprise among its holiday donations.
Auburn, WA issues Level 3 “go now” evacuation order as floodwaters rise
City officials in Auburn have ordered immediate evacuations for an area between South 277th Street and 42nd Street, east of SR 167 and west of the Green River, as floodwaters surge.
City officials in Auburn have ordered immediate evacuations for an area between South 277th Street and 42nd Street, east of SR 167 and west of the Green River, as floodwaters surge.
Mount Vernon flood wall credited with protecting downtown as city braces for more rain
With another round of rain possible early next week, officials warn the community is not in the clear yet as the region recovers from 250 flood-related rescues statewide.
With another round of rain possible early next week, officials warn the community is not in the clear yet as the region recovers from 250 flood-related rescues statewide.
WA flooding leaves Stevens Pass ski areas bare
Washington skiers will have to wait a little longer if they hope to hit the slopes as we close out 2025. With a devastating atmospheric river hitting northern communities, Stevens Pass Ski Resort is the latest to experience closures.
Washington skiers will have to wait a little longer if they hope to hit the slopes as we close out 2025. With a devastating atmospheric river hitting northern communities, Stevens Pass Ski Resort is the latest to experience closures.
Pet of the Week: Lion
Meet our adoptable pet of the week, Lion, from the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County.
Meet our adoptable pet of the week, Lion, from the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County.
Hundreds of WA National Guard members help flooded communities
National Guard members in Washington remain on the ground to assist with thousands of sand bags, door-to-door evacuations, traffic control, and rescue operations ahead more flooding this week.
National Guard members in Washington remain on the ground to assist with thousands of sand bags, door-to-door evacuations, traffic control, and rescue operations ahead more flooding this week.
At least 2 dead, several injured in Brown University shooting; suspect not yet caught
Authorities responded to reports of an active shooter on the campus of Brown University in Rhode Island.
Authorities responded to reports of an active shooter on the campus of Brown University in Rhode Island.
High prices dampen holiday spirit as Americans cut back on spending
Economists say rising prices continue to outpace wages, straining the middle class as consumer confidence remains low heading into the new year.
Economists say rising prices continue to outpace wages, straining the middle class as consumer confidence remains low heading into the new year.
Congress races to reach health care deal before ACA subsidies expire
With just days left before Affordable Care Act tax credits expire, House lawmakers are scrambling to finalize a health care package to avoid premium spikes for millions of Americans.
With just days left before Affordable Care Act tax credits expire, House lawmakers are scrambling to finalize a health care package to avoid premium spikes for millions of Americans.
Tacoma house fire under arson investigation after crews rescue three residents
Tacoma firefighters quickly put out a fire near North 29th and North Hudson streets Saturday, safely evacuating three people from the home. Investigators say evidence suggests the fire may have been intentionally set, though the cause remains under review.
Tacoma firefighters quickly put out a fire near North 29th and North Hudson streets Saturday, safely evacuating three people from the home. Investigators say evidence suggests the fire may have been intentionally set, though the cause remains under review.
WA officials tour Mount Vernon as flood wall protects downtown during historic flooding
Gov. Bob Ferguson and Sen. Patty Murray visited Mount Vernon on Saturday to see firsthand how the city’s floodwall safeguarded more than 200 downtown buildings during this week’s historic flooding.
Gov. Bob Ferguson and Sen. Patty Murray visited Mount Vernon on Saturday to see firsthand how the city’s floodwall safeguarded more than 200 downtown buildings during this week’s historic flooding.
2 dead, 8 injured in shooting at Brown University, shooter remains at large
A shooter killed at least two people and injured eight others at Brown University on Saturday, authorities said, as police continue to search for the suspect.
A shooter killed at least two people and injured eight others at Brown University on Saturday, authorities said, as police continue to search for the suspect.