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KIRO Newsradio traffic reporter

Chris Sullivan

Chris Sullivan is a traffic reporter for KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM. He cares deeply about the amount of time you spend sitting in Seattle traffic. Email Chris at csullivan@kiroradio.com

Weekend I-5 closure expected to cause traffic nightmare in Tukwila

Chris Sullivan explains why WSDOT is closing lanes on southbound I-5 over the weekend. He shows us which ramps will be affected.
10 years ago

Court order forces state to pick up the pace on major road projects

Some of the road work you've seen around the Pacific Northwest can be contributed to a federal court order that forces the state to replace more culverts.
10 years ago

Misconceptions about free left turns could cost drivers

There are times when taking a left at a red light is legal, however, that isn't always the case and it could result in a ticket, or worse.
10 years ago

Your favorite park and ride could become pay to park

The days of parking at a park-and-ride facility for free may soon be over. Sound Transit is about to roll out a permit program for HOV drivers.
10 years ago

What is legal and illegal cellphone use in a car?

We all know cell phone use in a car is illegal. But what exactly is legal and illegal use? Turns out, some law enforcement agencies see things differently.
10 years ago

Stewart Street nightmare looming for Seattle commuters

Seattle drivers need to prepare for lane closures on Stewart Street during peak commute times.
10 years ago

City of Seattle wants ‘certain assurances’ with new Montlake Bridge

The state DOT and City of Seattle continue their discussions over a new bridge across the Montlake Cut.
10 years ago

Bremerton’s aging infrastructure getting much needed renovations

Much of Bremerton's infrastructure hasn't received enough attention since being developed during World War II. That's about to change.
10 years ago

University Bridge closed for three weekends

Drivers are going to need to find alternative routes due to the weekend closure of the University Bridge.
10 years ago

State taking an unusual approach to culvert replacement in Woodinville

The state just started a new culvert replacement project in Woodinville, but it's like nothing they have ever built before, KIRO Radio's Chris Sullivan reports.
10 years ago

Mysterious patches along I-90 explained

Those mysterious patches on I-90 between I-5 and the Mount Baker Tunnel have KIRO Radio listeners asking what they are.
10 years ago

Warm weather opens window for I-5 project near Tukwila

A paving project begins this weekend and will force lane closures between Tukwila and Federal Way, KIRO Radio's Chris Sullivan reports.
10 years ago

Shouldn’t truck drivers have to cover their loads like the rest of us?

Is it time to require commercial truckers to cover loads? Drivers cruising around with cracked windshields might think so.
10 years ago

WSDOT is in a heated battle with erosion along the Pilchuck River

The Washington State Department of Transportation needs to act quickly, otherwise it could lose a state highway.
10 years ago

Issaquah to voters: We have to do this ourselves

It could be a very spendy November election for residents of Issaquah.
10 years ago

Responsive traffic signals around Seattle catch drivers snoozing

Some signals are smart enough to notice gaps in traffic. It's a technology that backfires if people aren't paying attention to the traffic lights.
10 years ago

Drivers taking risks to reach Auburn mall exit on SR 167

The new HOT lane in Auburn is causing confusion for drivers trying to exit to the outlet mall.
10 years ago

Frustrating ‘squeeze’ through Everett, Marysville hasn’t ended

The "SnoCo Squeeze" ended last week but the state still hasn’t returned the lanes to regular size.
10 years ago

Kent considers getting rid of crosswalks to make more crosswalks

Many of Kent's crosswalks run afoul of federal standards for the crossings, so the city is developing a new plan to update its crosswalks by removing their markings.
10 years ago

Unsolved homicide, unruly behavior have Long Beach residents on high alert

Businesses on the Long Beach peninsula on the Washington coast made a killing during last year's Fourth of July weekend, but the community paid a heavy price for its success.
10 years ago

Plenty of events around Seattle to slow your weekend drives

The Seattle-area is getting a rare weekend off from construction projects, but there will be plenty of problems to get in your way without them.
10 years ago

Ferry riders won’t accept solutions at troubled West Seattle terminal

The Vashon Island ferry run is plagued with problems. The boats often run late, and they often leave with empty spaces. And when the state tries to make changes, riders get upset.
10 years ago

What’s the deal with Lynnwood’s new traffic signals?

Lynnwood is getting a series of new traffic signals and drivers will have to learn a new driving practice to use them.
10 years ago

Sno-Co Squeeze finally coming to an end

Drivers seen some frustratingly slow commute times thanks to the Sno-Co Squeeze through I-5 for the last four months, but the project is finally coming to an end.
10 years ago