WSDOT to replace ‘free coffee’ signs at rest stops
What is a small sign reading "Free Coffee" worth? In real dollars, about $400, but to hundreds of nonprofit groups around the state, that sign is worth thousands.12 years ago
The tolls you pay: 3 questions answered about how drivers are tolled
Tolling is becoming the new reality around Puget Sound. There are tolls on the Tacoma Narrows Bridge and the 520 bridge, on SR 167 and so tolls will be on I-405, too.12 years ago
Legislature considers another speed zone camera bill
The Legislature has only been in session for a week, but it's already considering its second speed zone camera bill.12 years ago
What you should do if a rock cracks your windshield
How many of you are looking out of cracked windshield right now because of a rock that came flying out of truck in front of you? Aren't these loads supposed to be secure and what can you do if you get hit by a rock?12 years ago
Changes imminent at Seattle ferry dock for seawall construction
There's another change coming Monday for ferry users who've already put up with a lot during Seattle's seawall replacement project.12 years ago
Lawmakers must work together if state wants transportation, education funding
After all the holiday gatherings the last two weeks, state lawmakers will likely be ready for the bickering and arguing that is going to come up when the legislature reconvenes.12 years ago
Another challenging year for drivers expected with changes
2015 is going to be another challenging year for drivers. Commute times are going to increase and frustration is going to rise.12 years ago
Something faulty about delays along Mukilteo Speedway
What has the Mukilteo Speedway so jammed up lately? Drivers are complaining of much longer delays and bad congestion on this major route to I-5 in Snohomish County.12 years ago
No gaming the traffic system by trying to fool apps
When our freeways back up, which is pretty much every day, neighborhood streets get just as nasty because people use them as detours. Upset neighbors around the country are trying to keep their streets open by fooling some of the apps, like Waze, that track traffic.12 years ago
Does $12 million seem like a lot of money to paint a bridge?
The wraps just came off the freshly painted Lewis River Bridge on I-5 in southern Washington. The project to apply a fresh coat left the bridge covered for months and cost $12 million to complete. Doesn't that seem like a lot?12 years ago
Why the Coast Guard opens Snohomish River drawbridges during rush hour
It's no secret West Seattle drivers get frustrated when the Coast Guard opens the Lower Spokane Street Bridge during rush hour. But it turns out it's not the only bridge in our area that prioritizes maritime traffic.12 years ago
Capacity on Highway 522 in Snohomish County about to double
Drivers often complain that the state never seems to add roads or lanes of traffic to help with congestion. Thousands of drivers are about to get two new lanes of traffic in Snohomish County on a major commuter route into the Eastside.12 years ago
Tax per mile: Plan in the works to tax you a ‘road usage charge’
The gas tax isn't going as far as it used to as more people drive less and new cars are much more efficient.12 years ago
Don’t be Clark Griswold: How to get your Christmas tree home
Tens of thousands of Christmas trees will be put on the tops of Washington cars over the next few weeks, and many of them are just one bad knot away from flying off.12 years ago
Colton’s Army answers the call of cancer-fighting teen at Christmas tree farm
Army of volunteers and supporters set record sales at Christmas tree fundraiser for 14 year old boy with leukemia.12 years ago
Cancer-fighting 14-year-old living each day like it’s the last with army at his back
Battling cancer can take every ounce of your body and soul. It can suck the life out of your family too. There are some days you just can't get through without the love and support of others, even strangers. In some cases, those days can be so bad it takes an army to hold you together.12 years ago
Traveling for Thanksgiving? Plan to go early or go late
"Go early or go late" should be your mantra while planning Thanksgiving travel.12 years ago
How the tolls on Highway 167’s HOT lane really work
The toll from Auburn to Renton costs commuters between $0.50 and $9, depending on the conditions, but it turns out many drivers still don't quite know how the rates are determined.12 years ago
Why does Coast Guard open bridge when West Seattle traffic is snarled?
As angry drivers stew about another nightmare drive from West Seattle, the city admits it didn't know it could ask the Coast Guard to delay a bridge opening that blocked the only alternate route.12 years ago
Why the HOT toll on SR 167 has been costing $9
People hit me up all the time at mynorthwest.com/chokepoints about tolling. How it works. What it costs. Tolling is a huge topic, considering that it's becoming more common.12 years ago
City of Seattle unveils new ‘smart’ parking meters
The Seattle Department of Transportation will soon begin rolling out new 'smart' parking meters that will allow for pricing to vary based on demand and time of day.12 years ago
How the WSDOT determines average travel times
How accurate are those average travel times you hear me read on KIRO Radio's Morning News traffic reports?12 years ago
Left turn relief comes to 23rd Ave in Seattle, but at a steep price
I reported last week that major improvements are coming to 23rd Avenue in Seattle, but it turns out the improvements might not be what drivers want.12 years ago
