WSF year in review: Soft pretzel boom and fewer canceled sailings
Ridership on the Washington State Ferries isn't expected to reach its pre-pandemic numbers for another decade, but has improved in 2024.2 years ago
Facing budget cuts, will Olympia finally fund our roads like it should?
Lawmakers in Olympia simply do not fund our roads, bridges and ferries anywhere close to adequately, and this isn't likely to change.2 years ago
Driving in Dallas: A Seattleite’s perspective on merging, tolls and overall chaos
I just returned from Dallas, and I have some thoughts on driving in Texas. Seattle-area drivers would not do well around Dallas.2 years ago
Chokepoints Resolutions: Sully’s 2025 wish list for all WA drivers
Most of us end up breaking our New Year's resolutions within a few days. I hope that's not the case for my Chokepoints resolutions.2 years ago
520 Montlake Bridge Project just about finished
The 520 Montlake Project is just about finished after five years of construction. What's left to wrap up?2 years ago
Chokepoints: Sully’s top traffic and transportation stories of 2024
Sound Transit. Graffiti. Construction. It has been a busy year. Chris Sullivan shares some of his top stories for 2024.2 years ago
Edgewater Bridge: ‘Road Closed’ really means the road is closed
Locals are struggling with what "Road Closed" signs mean around a year-long construction project between Everett and Mukilteo.2 years ago
Are anti-graffiti drones the future of keeping WA’s roads clear of the vandalism?
WSDOT believes the state should allocate more money to program more drones to combat graffiti and train more pilots for said drones.2 years ago
Road Usage Charges and winter driving: What WA drivers should be prepared for
As cars continue to get better gas mileage and a larger number of EVs enter service, the state gas tax just doesn't go as far as it used to.2 years ago
Will 2025 be the year of pay-by-mile?
The state has been testing and researching a pay-by-mile system to fund road maintenance and preservation for years.2 years ago
WSDOT begins work to finish SR 520 Montlake Project
Just as the SR 520 Montlake Project is about to wrap up, work is already underway on the final piece of the plan, getting across Portage Bay to I-5.2 years ago
Fines for license plate covers start in 2025
These are usually clear, plastic covers that go over your license plates to protect the plates from damage. They are also illegal in WA.2 years ago
WSDOT to address State Route 7’s growth spurt
State Route 7 just can't handle all that traffic -- 28,000 vehicles working their way up and down the corridor daily.2 years ago
Successful construction season ends on I-90
One less thing to worry about, I-90 construction on the freeway east of the mountains is finished for the year.2 years ago
Sullivan: WA State Patrol is ready for any political violence
WA State Patrol is preparing for what happens if political violence gets worse on election day or the days after the results?2 years ago
WSDOT is prepared for winter. Are you and your tires ready?
WSDOT said it's ready for winter. Now it's up to all of us to do the same with our cars and tires this time of year.2 years ago
Direct route between Mukilteo and Everett to be cut for a year
Here is a Halloween trick: Turning 500 feet into 10 miles. How do you do that? You close a vital bridge between Everett and Mukilteo.2 years ago
Sullivan: Wait, Flex Passes go bad? Who knew?
Another really good reason to check your Good To Go statement every month when you get your email notification? Your Flex Pass may not last forever.2 years ago
Tolling increases are generating big money for WA
Tolls are hitting that $15 max for approximately 70-80% of morning commutes since they went active in March in Washington.2 years ago
Celebrate Halloween by taking over your street
If you're still looking for a way to make a Halloween impression, why not shut down your street and throw a block party?2 years ago
Massive toll system changes on the way
The maximum tolls on I-405 and SR 167 went up to $15 earlier this year, but it's likely that rate will be going up again next year.2 years ago
Road closures: WSDOT shutting down 4 freeways this weekend
Expect significant delays to your travels this weekend as four freeways will be closed from Friday to Monday.2 years ago
Nabbing hit-and-run suspects one reader board alert at a time
It's been just over a year since the state launched hit-and-run alerts on freeway message boards. Is the program having much success?2 years ago
