Viadoom Week 2: Live updates from the afternoon commute
The Wednesday morning commute began with a semi-truck collision in Tacoma, blocking all northbound and southbound lanes, before Viadoom could even start.8 years ago
Distracted driving went down in Washington over 2018
A survey from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission reported a decrease in distracted drivers in both King County and the rest of the state between 2017 and 2018.8 years ago
Sea-Tac airport workers hold rally protesting federal shutdown
TSA workers, air traffic controllers, and more held a rally at Sea-Tac airport Tuesday, imploring the powers that be to reopen the government for the sake of employees working without pay or on furlough.8 years ago
Mayor Durkan issues order allowing federal employees to defer utility payments
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan issued an executive order on Monday, allowing federal employees affected by the shutdown to defer utility payments.8 years ago
Supreme Court denies Bremerton Coach Kennedy’s prayer case
Coach Kennedy ran afoul of the Bremerton School District when he refused to stop praying with students. He sued over the issue. This is why the Supreme Court won't hear his case.8 years ago
Gov. shutdown prompts Alaska Airlines delay at Everett’s Paine Field
Alaska Airlines is postponing its opening day at Paine Field due to the federal government shutdown. This is what customers need to know.8 years ago
Viadoom’s worst traffic yet hits as Week 2 commutes begin
Viadoom's first week was surprisingly manageable, as commuters adjusted their schedules enough to keep congestion to a minimum. But will the second week bring the same results? Let's find out.8 years ago
This could be Seattle’s warmest January weather on record
While temperatures in many parts of the United States plummet close to zero, Seattle is barreling toward its warmest January ever.8 years ago
How Seattle city employees have commuted during Viadoom
A few numbers indicate how Seattle-area commuters, and the city's own employees, have been altering their travel plans during the closure of the Alaskan Way Viaduct, aka Viadoom.8 years ago
How to see Sunday’s lunar eclipse (if the weather cooperates)
On Sunday, Jan. 20, a total lunar eclipse will be visible across the country, and, weather permitting, in Seattle as well.8 years ago
McKenna: Does including citizenship question hurt census?
Former state Attorney General Rob McKenna discusses the Trump administration's move to include a question about citizenship on the 2020 census.8 years ago
Two Women’s Marches take over downtown Seattle streets this weekend
There are two women's marches slated for Seattle over the weekend -- one on Saturday and another on Sunday.8 years ago
King County issues public health warning after rash of overdoses
Seven overdoses in one area in a single night had Seattle and King County issuing a public health warning Thursday.8 years ago
Sound Transit boasts 70 percent completion rate on Northgate line
With a target opening date of 2021, Sound Transit says it is 70 percent through building the Northgate Link Extension, giving commuters a 14 minute ride between downtown and north Seattle.8 years ago
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan declares day to commemorate Paul Allen
Mayor Jenny Durkan declared Jan. 18, 2019 to be Paul G. Allen Day on Friday, to commemorate his legacy and contributions to the city of Seattle.8 years ago
Wind Advisory issued for San Juans, breezy across the Puget Sound
The wind will pick up for the San Juan Islands and Bellingham late Friday as a low pressure system moves in near Vancouver Island.8 years ago
Bill introduced for high-speed rail authority in Northwest
A bill was introduced Wednesday to establish a high-speed rail authority in Washington that would partner with Oregon and British Columbia.8 years ago
Washington ferries report 25 million riders in 2018, most in 16 years
Washington state ferries saw 25 million total riders in 2018, according to recently-released data from the Washington State Department of Transportation.8 years ago
Viadoom Day 5: Traffic snarled by car fires, crashes, and protest
After three relatively light days of traffic, the afternoon commute on the fourth day of Viadoom quickly became the worst drive of the week, thanks to rain and a handful of collisions. Friday morning's commute started off with fire.8 years ago
WATCH: Jason Rantz debates heroin injection sites on Tucker Carlson
Jason debated heroin injection sites with Fox News' Tucker Carlson Thursday night.8 years ago
Washington banks offering aid to federal workers during shutdown
With hundreds of thousands of federal workers either working without pay or on furlough, a handful of Washington banks want to provide relief.8 years ago
Zulily replaces Xbox as Seattle Sounders jersey sponsor
The Seattle Sounders announced Zulily as its new jersey sponsor on Thursday, inking a multi-year agreement with one of MLS's most lucrative teams.8 years ago
Why Microsoft is earmarking $500M to help solve homelessness, affordable housing
Microsoft President Brad Smith tells KIRO Radio why the company is dedicating $500 million toward homelessness and affordable housing solutions. The threat of a Seattle head tax wasn't part of the inspiration.8 years ago
