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
Paving pain coming to I-5 south of Seattle
Your summer travel plans are going to take a huge hit if you don't plan ahead for some serious construction on I-5 between Sea-Tac and Federal Way.10 years ago
Over-taxed ferry terminal has advantages, major challenges
Passengers on the busiest ferry route for vehicle traffic just ran through another jammed-up Memorial Day weekend, but riders on the Mukilteo-Clinton run won't have to deal with the over-taxed terminal much longer.10 years ago
Small Washington cities are paving a new way to road preservation
Smaller cities around the region are using new techniques to keep their roads smooth without going into the red.10 years ago
Stopping traffic for baby animals keeps humans safe, too
It's not uncommon for the state patrol to stop traffic to herd baby animals across a busy roadway. But with traffic so frustrating these days, should law enforcement really spend its time tending to the tiny creatures?10 years ago
State, city work and Hollywood will wreck your weekend drive
Two major construction projects and a movie will likely cost you more than a few minutes this weekend.10 years ago
State’s new toy causing Puget Sound drivers to rubberneck
Drivers may have noticed a large lawnmower with tank-like tread moving through the grass recently on the side of I-5 near the University District.10 years ago
Seattle’s old Yesler Bridge shuts down for an entire year
Yesler Way in Seattle between Sixth and Third Avenues is going to be closed 14-to-16 months during a steel replacement and seismic upgrade project.10 years ago
Clearing the way: Effectiveness of state’s incident teams inspire Seattle
The state has cleared damaged cars out of the way for years with its Incident Response Teams. Now, the City of Seattle is trying to copy the state program with trucks of its own.10 years ago
Relief coming for drivers dealing with ‘SnoCo Squeeze’
Snohomish County drivers shouldn’t have to deal with miles of gridlock between Everett and Marysville anymore.10 years ago
Bertha’s work under Seattle’s viaduct has ‘no adverse influence’ on the aging structure
Bertha performed as advertised when the tunnel boring machine plunged under the Alaskan Way Viaduct, allowing the state to reopen the roadway four days ahead of schedule.10 years ago
I-90 drivers about to feel the ‘pain’ of fair-weather construction
Paving and joint repair work will begin near West Sammamish Parkway and move toward I-405. This work will be with us until the end of the fall.10 years ago
Drivers should expect ‘spikes’ of traffic during commutes throughout Seattle’s viaduct closure
Three days into the Alaskan Way Viaduct closure and we are still in the “trying it out” phase.10 years ago
Lingering questions about new 520 bridge answered
Now that the ribbons have been cut and drivers have had their first taste of the new 520 floating bridge, it's time to tie up a few loose ends on the project.10 years ago
It’s your last chance to drive on the original 520 floating bridge
It's your last day to drive on the original 520 floating bridge. The bridge closes for good at 11 p.m. Friday as the state transitions the eastbound lanes to the new bridge.10 years ago
I-405 express toll lanes get a 6-month report card
It's been six months since the express toll lanes opened on I-405 and WSDOT is releasing initial results from the lanes.10 years ago
What is the deal with these new traffic signals showing up?
These new traffic signals have been showing up around the Puget Sound region and have some drivers confused. Here's what to do when you see the HAWK signal.10 years ago
Big fix will cause big traffic around Enumclaw and Buckley for a week
Bridge construction will cut off two communities and disrupt 20,000 who pass through the area for an entire week, causing an hour detour.10 years ago
