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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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?11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 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.11 years ago
