Is it time for distracted drivers to put their phones in the trunk?
Something has to be done to eliminate the epidemic of distracted driving. That's the message from the National Safety Council as is kicks off "Distracted Driving Awareness Month" with a new survey on driver behavior.8 years ago
Seattle fixes signal, Tacoma has to wait for bridge repair
I have been working through my co-workers traffic issues lately, and I recently tackled a concern by 97.3 KIRO FM's Dori Monson. Here's how it shook out.8 years ago
I-90 work marks milestone for light rail to Bellevue
The light rail extension to Bellevue is passing a major milestone as the bridge over I-90 continues to take shape. Major construction changes this week will be noticed.8 years ago
New tunnel signs to warn drivers of game-day traffic
Game day traffic in Seattle might be a bit easier now that the city is telling drivers in the SR 99 tunnel where it is cutting off routes to the freeway.8 years ago
Construction starting on Washington’s first diverging diamond interchange
Construction on the state's first diverging diamond interchange is about to get underway on I-5 in Thurston County, and that means road closures and detours for drivers.8 years ago
Tacoma transition begins final piece of I-5 construction
Tacoma drivers have dealt with a never-ending series of lane changes and movement on I-5 as the state adds HOV lanes to the freeway. Only one major shift is left before the project is complete.8 years ago
Seattle’s newly-opened SR 99 tunnel is still without buses
A total of 12 Metro bus routes once used the Alaskan Way Viaduct. Those buses now use surface streets as the newly-opened SR 99 tunnel is cars-only ... for now.8 years ago
Chokepoints grab bag: Potholes, bus lanes, and bike backups
Today's Chokepoint will feature a grab bag of everything from potholes to bus lanes, as Sully goes through questions from listeners.8 years ago
The SR 520 project giveth and taketh away in Montlake
Construction is about to start again on the SR 520 project at Montlake, and that means drivers are going to have to get used to another lane change. This is what drivers should be prepared for.8 years ago
Roundabout 101: Some drivers need some serious help
KIRO Radio's Chris Sullivan went out to watch how things worked in a new roundabout in Marysville, and the results were not pretty.8 years ago
Traffic problem emerges around Seattle’s new tunnel after stadium events
The first major sporting event since the new Highway 99 tunnel in Seattle opened revealed an issue that could be a big problem for drivers trying to get to I-90.8 years ago
Metro buses are getting booted out of Seattle transit tunnel
Buses are being kicked-out of the Seattle transit tunnel later this month, and that means more than 800 daily trips are now going to be sharing downtown surface streets.8 years ago
Washington ferry system blames Trump tariffs for rising Colman Dock costs
Washington is two years into a massive renovation of Seattle's Colman Dock and the price-tag continues to rise by the millions, thanks in part to the Trump Administration's tariff's on foreign steel.8 years ago
Bill to punish HOV violators still alive in the Legislature
Plans to punish HOV lane violators is still alive in the Legislature, and the potential penalties will get your attention.8 years ago
New fix looks to eliminate daily backups on Renton interchange
The 405/167 interchange in Renton is one of the most congested areas in the state. The backups are miles long nearly every day. But a fix from the state is finally starting to take shape.8 years ago
Is state trying to change toll benchmarks because they can’t meet them?
Through the first three years, the I-405 express toll lanes have generated nearly $75 million, $50 million more than the operations costs. But the lanes have never met the average speed benchmark over the entire corridor.8 years ago
Washington’s road usage tax ends its testing phase
Washington has been testing a road usage tax with volunteer drivers. The testing phase has ended for the pay-per-mile proposal. Now it's time to look at the data.8 years ago
Lake Stevens Highway 9 project changes again
Plans for lowering Highway 9 under a newly-constructed interchange in Lake Stevens have changed. Lowering is out and roundabouts are in.8 years ago
Hitting HOV violators where it hurts — their wallets
Some HOV violators feel that the fine for misusing the carpool lane is the cost of doing businesses. But soon, that cost could be getting much more expensive.8 years ago
Bills introduced for helmet-less motorcycling, lane splitting
Helmets and lane-splitting. Once again, there are attempts in the legislature to give motorcycle riders more freedom on the roads.8 years ago
The new SR 99 tunnel is opening: So, now what?
The new SR 99 tunnel is likely opening in just a few days in Seattle, and drivers need to be ready for using this new route and develop some new habits.8 years ago
New bill requiring education on zipper merge headed to Olympia
A bill that would mandate zipper merge education and testing for all new drivers is headed to the Washington State Legislature.8 years ago
Will I-90 be closed for Sound Transit light rail construction?
Sound Transit is nearing 50 percent completion of light rail expansion to the Eastside. But will the agency need to shut-down I-90 to complete the link to Mercer Island?8 years ago
