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

Winter driving season begins: Studded tires are back, chains required over passes

You should start carrying your chains in your car, just to be ready when the snow hits.
10 months ago

Drivers beware: WSP troopers watching SR 167 tolling closely

Discover how WSP troopers are enforcing new SR 167 tolling rules to combat cheating and ensure fair usage for all drivers.
10 months ago

Bridge strikes, English tests, and all things commercial trucking

The public has a lot of questions about the safety of big rigs and their drivers after multiple bridge strikes have occurred over the last two months.
10 months ago

Who’s ready for pass level snow?

Snow is forecasted to reach pass level. Is your vehicle winter-ready? Stay informed for safe winter driving conditions.
10 months ago

Don’t exchange information in the middle of the freeway

Discover essential steps to take after a freeway accident and avoid exchanging information in unsafe conditions.
10 months ago

Avalanche control is ditching the big guns

Discover how modern methods in avalanche control are improving safety and reducing delays in the Cascades this winter.
10 months ago

Honor system ends with new SR 167 tolling system

Get ready for the upcoming SR 167 tolling system change. Prepare now for the first update in 17 years.
11 months ago

Revive I-5 returns: Multiple southbound Ship Canal Bridge lanes to close for six weekends

Contractors are back this weekend for the first of six weekend projects in the southbound direction of I-5 across the Ship Canal Bridge.
11 months ago

10 years in the making: New I-5/SR 529 interchange now open

Snohomish County drivers can rejoice, the new on/off ramps from I-5 at SR 529 in Marysville are now open.
11 months ago

Avoiding traffic jams while racing to the stadiums with 100,000 fellow fans

Tips for dealing with traffic Sunday during the Seattle Mariners and Seattle Seahawks games.
11 months ago

70-year-old driver cited after truck struck SR 167 bridge, repairs will last months

More details about the crash on the SR 167 bridge have been revealed as WSDOT works to repair the damage.
11 months ago

Say goodbye to the federal electric vehicle tax credit

Thinking of an electric vehicle? You've only got a week left before federal tax credits end, or you'll have to pay full price.
11 months ago

Hours of driver delays—what did WSDOT accomplish over the summer?

Explore WSDOT's key accomplishments over the summer despite ongoing construction challenges.
11 months ago

Get ready—tolling on the new SR 509 expressway begins Monday

Experience the transition as tolling on State Route 509 starts Monday morning. Discover what this means for your travels.
11 months ago

WSDOT having a little fun as new tolling comes to SR 167

Where the prices for those three trips would be was the word "sntchh," to be read as snitch. I reached out to WSDOT, and yes, its workers have a sense of humor.
11 months ago

Revive I-5 to return with six weekends of closures

Revive I-5 is returning to the Ship Canal Bridge, this time in the southbound direction, over three weekends in October and one in November, December, and January.
11 months ago

How many people ended up getting enhanced driver’s licenses this year?

Discover how many people obtained enhanced driver's licenses this year after the REAL ID Act implementation.
11 months ago

16 days of congestion coming to I-90 east across Mercer Island

Expect 16 days of congestion on I-90 east, limiting access for Mercer Island residents during construction.
11 months ago

Massive girders installed for Washington’s newest freeway interchange

The latest freeway overpass in Washington requires lane closures for installation.
12 months ago

Relief in sight: 2 major construction projects to finish this fall

Two major construction projects are expected to finish later this fall in western Washington.
12 months ago

Temporary fix for White River Bridge in the works

The state plans to open one lane on the White River Bridge by mid to late September for improved traffic flow and safety.
12 months ago

History uncovered during Eastlake Avenue construction

Discover the archaeological treasures revealed during Eastlake Avenue's construction in the Pacific Northwest.
1 year ago

Labor Day travel survival guide for western Washington

Discover tips to avoid traffic and enjoy Labor Day in Washington with our essential travel survival guide for the weekend.
1 year ago

White River Bridge remains closed after semi-truck collision, 38-mile detour in place

The White River Bridge on State Route 410 (SR 410) remains closed after it was struck by a semi-truck Monday morning.
1 year ago