Nate Connors

KIRO Newsradio Traffic Reporter

Nate Connors

Nate Connors is a member of the KIRO Newsradio Traffic team.

Sound Transit 1-Line replaced by shuttle buses this week in the south end

Sound Transit's 1-Line will switch to shuttle bus service between Rainier Beach and Angle Lake Station, just south of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
2 days ago

Major sports events, full closure on I-405 will make for very busy Seattle commute all weekend

This weekend around the Seattle area might go down as one of the busiest of the summer for the Washington State Department of Transportation.
13 days ago

Chill out during this week’s heat wave courtesy of Pierce Transit

It's become a regular service to Pierce County residents during the excessive heat bursts we often get throughout our summer season.
17 days ago

WSDOT’s road closures this week: I-405 in Kirkland, I-90 in Bellevue, SR 167 in Puyallup

The warm and dry summer months are when we see WSDOT at its busiest. The weather allows the agency to perform a number of tasks that can only be accomplished in the summer.
23 days ago

Tacoma’s annual Porchfest returns this weekend

The 5th annual Tacoma Porchfest takes over 6th Avenue near the University of Puget Sound and features a wide variety of music for two days.
1 month ago

Low tide cancellations and restrictions on Washington State Ferries this week

If you plan on traveling on a Washington State Ferry this week, you'll need to plan around cancellations and/or delays on a few routes due to low tides.
1 month ago

WSDOT finishes two major projects early, but more closures coming this week throughout western WA

WSDOT had a stellar weekend, completing two behemoth projects well ahead of schedule. Here are all the construction projects on tap this week throughout western Washington.
1 month ago

Revive I-5 returns: Northbound I-5 closes this weekend near Ship Canal Bridge

After pausing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Revive I-5 is back with a full shutdown on northbound I-5 starting Friday.
1 month ago

Storm-ravaged US 2 near Leavenworth getting permanent repairs this month, including 4-day closure

WSDOT can move forward with permanent repairs with the warm and dry summer weather on US 2.
1 month ago

World Cup ends and Revive I-5 begins in Seattle

It's been a treat for Seattle commuters for the past few weeks on I-5 through Seattle during the World Cup games.
2 months ago

WSDOT’s summer construction season brings closures to I-405, I-5, SR 99, SR 522, and more

The busy construction season is in full swing across Washington, with warm, dry weather allowing WSDOT to make progress on summer projects.
2 months ago

Late night road work impacts Seattle, Eastside drivers this week

The Washington State Department of Transportation has two overnight projects this week that will shut down multiple lanes and ramps on I-5 and I-90.
2 months ago

Health advisory issued in Kitsap County following sewage spill

Kitsap Public Health issued a health advisory Monday, following a sewage spill near Keyport and Liberty Bay, south of Poulsbo.
2 months ago

From Marshawn Lynch to Paris Hilton: Celebrities pack Seattle Stadium for USA’s World Cup win

As 67,000 fans packed Seattle Stadium to watch the USA defeat Australia at the World Cup match Friday, a number of celebrities joined the crowd.
2 months ago

I-5 through downtown Seattle closing Friday night for fire systems testing

Late-night travelers through downtown Seattle will face a full closure on I-5 in the southbound direction, Friday night beneath the Convention Center.
2 months ago

Drivers beware: Road work back on schedule in Lynnwood following rain delays

Overnight road work in Lynnwood is back on track following rain delays.
2 months ago

Prominent pedestrian overpass in Kirkland closed indefinitely after damage found

WSDOT bridge preservation crews recently discovered damage to the N.E 80th Street pedestrian overpass at I-405 in Kirkland, shutting it down indefinitely.
3 months ago

State Patrol ramping up enforcement of SR 520’s HOV 3+ lane — fines start at $186

It's been over a decade since the new SR 520 bridge opened, and many drivers are not following the HOV 3+ requirement, according to WSDOT.
3 months ago

Your commute may take a hit this week: WSDOT roadwork ramps up across Washington

From Whatcom County to Thurston County, the Washington State Department of Transportation has its work cut out this week.
3 months ago

Expect long delays returning home on Memorial Day: Peak traffic hours, ferry schedules, and SEA tips for 1.2M travelers

Washington is expecting 1.2 million travelers over the holiday weekend. WSDOT has compiled a list of peak driving times to avoid during the return home.
3 months ago

WSDOT working overtime to reopen passes for busy holiday travel

The final stretch of emergency repairs is underway along a closed section of the North Cascades Highway/SR 20 between Colonial Creek Campground and Porcupine Creek.
3 months ago

Full overnight closures on I-405 near Bellevue this week

WSDOT announces overnight closures on I-405 for crucial roadwork. Plan ahead to avoid delays during your commute.
3 months ago

Seattle commuters face week of road changes: New ramp, lane closures, and more

Seattle drivers were greeted with a new configuration at the ramp from northbound I-5 to eastbound State Route 520 Monday morning.
3 months ago

Multiple major closures planned across Seattle this Mother’s Day weekend

Mother's Day weekend is going to be a busy one for the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).
3 months ago