KIRO Newsradio traffic reporter

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

Region’s maritime industry hangs on West Seattle Bridge decision

Buried in the discussions about the West Seattle Bridge has been concern that the decision could impact of some of the best blue-collar jobs in our region.

6 years ago

Two weeks from West Seattle Bridge decision, SDOT leans toward replacement

We're two weeks from a decision on whether to repair or replace the closed West Seattle Bridge, and the city appears to be leaning toward replacement.

6 years ago

Last chance to tell WSDOT what you want out of new US 2 trestle

It's time for a new trestle at one of the most notorious chokepoints in Snohomish County, and the state is reaching out to drivers for their thoughts.