The program WSDOT hopes will speed up I-405
WSDOT is about to make some changes to a stretch of I-405 with the aim of relieving congestion and speeding things up a bit. This is how.10 years ago
City of Lynnwood asking voters to help fund road maintenance
Lynnwood developed a road paving schedule in 2007, right before the bubble burst and all the money dried up. Since then, the city has been playing catch-up on routine road maintenance. “It takes about $4.5 million per year to maintain our roads at the level that they need to be maintained at so that they […]10 years ago
I-90 closure will add to weekend traffic congestion around Seattle
All westbound drivers are going to be squeezed into the express lanes for their trip across Lake Washington due to an I-90 closure this weekend.10 years ago
Latest Seattle streetcar project shows shifting priority on First Ave.
The city's latest effort to connect two Seattle streetcar lines began Wednesday and will cause lane closures and parking restrictions.10 years ago
Bothell is asking for biggest tax levy outside of ST3
The City of Bothell is asking for the biggest tax increase outside of ST3 this voting season. Officials argue road maintenance is in dire need of funding.10 years ago
Nearly ready, tsunami balls will save you from violent death
It's been six years since a local engineer had his ah-ha moment while on vacation on the Oregon Coast and came up with tsunami balls.10 years ago
Do Bellevue residents have a reason to increase property taxes?
A property tax on the ballot for Bellevue residents could help fund major improvements. But does the city actually need them?10 years ago
When will WSDOT take care of the Highway 18 chokepoint?
Highway 18 at I-90 is one of the most congested interchanges in Washington state. When is the state going to address this chokepoint?10 years ago
Even Kitsap County isn’t free of transit-related tax proposals
Voters in Kitsap County don't have to worry about the ST3 tax package, but they aren't clear of potential tax hikes in the near future.10 years ago
HOV project in Tacoma is almost guaranteed to cause months-long chokepoint
Drivers have long dealt with construction along I-5 near Tacoma. Now they are dealing with a chokepoint that will last until sometime in 2017.10 years ago
The $50 million Issaquah traffic dilemma
Issaquah is asking its voters to approve $50 million for much-needed road projects. Opponents argue it's not worth it, and Issaquah traffic won't improve.10 years ago
Viaduct reopens early; 520 opens on time
Both the 520 Bridge and Alaskan Way Viaduct will be shut down this weekend. Drivers need to prepare ahead of time for the closures.10 years ago
Another decade-long project will connect Highway 509 to I-5
WSDOT plans to extend Highway 509 to I-5 just north of the Kent-Des Moines Road and build in another access point to Sea-Tac Airport.10 years ago
Decades-old question about unfinished highway finally answered
Drivers have been asking for years what is going to be done about Highway 167. Well now they have an answer.10 years ago
Second phase of I-405 construction is just beginning in Renton
The state is breaking ground on the second phase of I-405 toll lanes in Renton. The groundbreaking follows the one-year anniversary of tolling on the freeway.10 years ago
Taking its toll: I-405 toll lanes one year later
The state’s social experiment with congestion pricing on I-405 is one year old. Tolling began a year ago today between Bellevue and Lynnwood. What grade does it deserve? Some drivers say they’ve never had a better commute. Others would fill the swear jar daily with their hatred of the new system. Seattle unanimously approves lowering speed […]10 years ago
Seattle police have big responsibility managing Seahawks traffic
Seattle police set up traffic control about four hours before kickoff at CenturyLink Field. But its post-game traffic that is the biggest concern.10 years ago
A protected bike lane in Seattle that might make sense
Most of Seattle’s protected bike lanes have come at the expense of traffic or parking lanes, but the newest lane on Westlake Avenue actually makes sense.10 years ago
North end back road gets too popular for locals
Chris Sullivan talks to a couple of frustrated locals about their neighborhood back road getting too congested to be safe.10 years ago
Road closures, sporting events a recipe for Seattle weekend traffic
The Seahawks’ season-opener is Sunday in Seattle and drivers have to deal with a directional closure of I-90 that is guaranteed to cause traffic.10 years ago
WSDOT looking for fixes to congestion near Lake Stevens
With people moving in droves to find affordable housing in Snohomish County, the WSDOT is looking for congestion solutions near Lake Stevens.10 years ago
Surviving the coming Labor Day weekend traffic
What to expect, and how to prepare for Labor Day weekend traffic -- which will be filled with multiple events drawing thousands to the Seattle region.10 years ago
Why tow trucks can’t get to a crash scene any faster
It took a two truck more than a hour to reach a crash on southbound Highway 99 in Seattle during a Friday afternoon commute.10 years ago
