Close calls raise safety concerns for 520 bridge exit
A four-way intersection is experiencing multiple near misses as drivers fail to adjust to the new system.11 years ago
Commuters can expect major changes to their SR 520 drive into Seattle
Be prepared for major changes to your westbound drive over the 520 bridge.11 years ago
The good, bad and ugly chokepoints of 2015 in the Puget Sound region
There were several exceptional traffic-related issues in Seattle and surrounding areas in 2015. These take the cake.11 years ago
The good, bad and ugly chokepoints of 2015 in the Puget Sound region
By far the worst chokepoint of 2015 has to go to the City of Seattle and it’s poor handing of the fish truck fiasco. You remember this one from March. A fish truck overturned on Highway 99 near the stadiums. It caused a nine-hour traffic jam. And it was just before a Sounders game. And […]11 years ago
WSDOT working hard to clear landslide blocking portion of I-5
The right lane of I-5 just outside Woodland has been closed since heavy rains brought down the hillside Dec. 9. Boulders the size of SUV's came down, along with mud, trees and other debris.11 years ago
As if holiday mall traffic isn’t bad enough, now Costco is in the mix
Lynnwood's Alderwood Mall is always packed during the final days before Christmas, but it now has a Costco right across the street.11 years ago
Nearly a decade of work scheduled for I-405 corridor
Just as drivers are just getting used to the new express toll lanes on I-405, another nine years of construction on the corridor is about to get underway.11 years ago
WSDOT caught off guard by I-405 toll lane drivers
The state's tolling division appears to have been caught a little off guard by the popularity of the express toll lanes.11 years ago
Tsunami balls on the brink of mass production
After four years of work, testing and globe-trotting, Sharpe is close to putting his Survival Capsules on the market.11 years ago
I-5 closures in Tacoma could impact morning commute
Drivers should anticipate additional overnight single and double-lane closures on both northbound and southbound I-5 between L Street and the Port of Tacoma Road throughout the week.11 years ago
Headed across Lake Washington this weekend? Good luck
It's directional closure No. 10 of 30 on I-90 this weekend, and the Washington State Department of Transportation is once again adding a 520 bridge closure to the mix.11 years ago
Plan to tax Washington drivers per mile moving forward
Plans to transition from a gas tax to a tax per mile driven is moving forward in the state.11 years ago
Don’t expect any improvements to this I-405 bottleneck
The design of a well-traveled portion of I-405 can cause major backups, and it is likely going to stay that way for some time.11 years ago
Double whammy of closures will slow traffic near Lake Washington
What is so pressing that the state has to close both bridges on the same weekend?11 years ago
Wazzu mom asking for safer highways around Washington State University
After two WSU students died, and one was injured, in car crashes as they left school for Thanksgiving break, a Wazzu mom is asking the state for safer roads.11 years ago
Know when it’s OK to pass a school bus
After what I witnessed last week, I thought it was about time to revisit the rules on when it's safe and legal to pass school buses.11 years ago
520 closures will slow Seahawks fans returning home from Sunday’s game
Last weekend it was I-90, this weekend it's the 520 bridge. It is going to be out of commission all weekend for work on the west side of the bridge.11 years ago
Toll sign goes dark on I-405
A software issue plagued the express toll lanes on I-405 on Tuesday morning, adding confusion to a tough weather commute.11 years ago
WSDOT wrapping up nearly 20 years of highway improvements
A major recreation route in Skagit County is scheduled for a facelift, but not until drivers get a chance to tell the state exactly what they want.11 years ago
Expect ‘regional congestion’ during I-90 closure this weekend
Drivers attempting to cross Lake Washington this weekend should prepare themselves for delays.11 years ago
Critical work by WSDOT will add to weekend travel times
The Washington State Department of Transportation is trying to avoid more emergency closures on I-5.11 years ago
WSDOT call center overwhelmed with questions about I-405 express lanes
Drivers have been emailing and contacting us since the launch of the I-405 Express Toll Lanes about ridiculous wait times trying to answers from the Good To Go call center.11 years ago
Crews overcome big challenges during critical bridge work in Everett
Everett's Broadway Bridge was supposed to stay closed until March of next year, but the project has gone so well it's going to wrap up nearly three months early.11 years ago