Lower Spokane Street Bridge traffic cameras are now active
People driving illegally on Seattle's Lower Spokane Street Bridge can expect a $75 ticket in the mail, starting Monday, with cameras now operational.6 years ago
Tacoma freeways near end of 20-plus year construction cycle (kind of)
The state is about to move what is believed to be the biggest girder ever made in the United States into place over the Puyallup River in Tacoma.6 years ago
New Mukilteo ferry terminal has opened to passengers
For 63 years, the old Mukilteo ferry terminal has served passengers heading back and forth to Whidbey Island. The new terminal opened on Tuesday evening.6 years ago
Seattle cancels plans to repair five bridges after costs soar 991%
Plans to fix 16 important bridges across the city of Seattle are now in jeopardy due to skyrocketing costs after more intense study.6 years ago
Light rail, diverging diamonds, sunken ships and other positive transportation stories for 2020
Transportation was not immune to the hardships felt across the board in this pandemic. There has been so much bad transportation news this year, it's time to focus on the positives.6 years ago
West Seattle Bridge shoring work nears completion
The work to shore-up the cracking West Seattle Bridge is nearly complete, but the repairs will then need to stand up to the cold, winter weather ahead.6 years ago
Camera enforcement going up on Lower Spokane Street Bridge
Asking people to avoid the Lower Spokane Street Bridge hasn't worked. So now the city is putting in photo enforcement, with plans to ticket drivers.6 years ago
SR 520 Bridge tolls expected to rise to make up for COVID shortfall
Your trip across the State Route 520 Bridge is likely to get more expensive as tolls are expected to increase to make up for the lack of drivers.6 years ago
New Mukilteo ferry terminal set to open in December
Mukilteo is finally getting its new ferry terminal, and it promises to improve congestion and give riders a much better experience.6 years ago
WSDOT prepares to attack daily chokepoint in Everett on SR 526
Northbound I-5 between south Everett and Highway 2 is the cause of a daily backup due to the traffic coming from Paine Field and Mukilteo on SR 526.6 years ago
Mayor Durkan chooses to repair rather than replace West Seattle Bridge
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan apparently leaned toward replacing the cracking West Seattle Bridge when the it was closed in March. Eight months later, she's decided to go the repair route.6 years ago
How to avoid being ‘that driver’ on snowy roads in Washington passes
When I saw a tiny Smart Car on social media trying to make it up the pass in the snow, I decided it was time to call class into session.6 years ago
Southbound I-5 near Mountlake Terrace to close as Sound Transit goes over freeway
Another milestone for Sound Transit should be reached this weekend, as the Lynnwood extension begins its journey over I-5.6 years ago
I-405 express toll lane expansion work ramping up
Drivers have been using the I-405 express toll lanes from Bellevue to Lynnwood for five years. Now it's time to expand that system from Bellevue to Renton.6 years ago
Despite fewer cars on roads, Puget Sound traffic congestion still difficult to predict
What's the difference between a heavy congestion day and an easy day on the roads with so many people still working from home?6 years ago
Repair or replace? The West Seattle Bridge decision now in mayor’s hands
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan has heard thoughts from the community task force on repairing or replacing the West Seattle Bridge. Now, it's up to the mayor.6 years ago
The worst isn’t over for Boeing employees; more cuts are coming
Thousands more job cuts are coming to Boeing as the company struggles with the fallout from the two MAX crashes and the COVID-19 pandemic.6 years ago
More trees come down as Sound Transit builds light rail toward Redmond
Drivers on 520 have probably noticed, but the first signs of Sound Transit's Link expansion from Microsoft to downtown Redmond are now visible.6 years ago
Does Seattle have the will to fast-track potential West Seattle Bridge replacement?
The long-anticipated cost-benefit analysis of the West Seattle Bridge repair or replacement options was upstaged in a big way by the shiny, new option.6 years ago
Workers discover new shipwreck during Fairview Bridge project
Contractors removing the old timber pilings that held up part of the Fairview Avenue Bridge found a previously uncharted wreck in Lake Union.6 years ago
American Airlines hopes to return 737 MAX to service by end of 2020
Passengers could be flying on Boeing 737 MAX jets before the end of the year, with American Airlines set to start service just after Christmas.6 years ago
Decision delayed on West Seattle Bridge; new replacement option on table
There have been developments in the West Seattle Bridge saga as the repair or replace decision is delayed, and a new replacement option has been proposed.6 years ago
WSDOT is hiring temporary winter maintenance workers
If you like long hours and cold weather, the Washington State Department of Transportation has a job for you as the state needs winter maintenance workers.6 years ago
