Nate Connors

KIRO Newsradio Traffic Reporter

Nate Connors

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

Sound Transit’s 1 line service has more testing and closures this week

More testing on Sound Transit's 1 line service between Lynnwood and Seattle will bring an extra train along for the ride on Monday and Tuesday.
11 months ago

SR 99 closures at Seattle’s downtown tunnel this week

The Washington State Department of Transportation has scheduled a number of lane and ramp closures this week at or near Seattle's downtown tunnel on SR 99.
11 months ago

Sound Transit testing faster run times on the 1 Line Monday and Tuesday

Sound Transit plans to test four-minute run times for 1 Line trains. Test trains displaying “Out of Service” will run alongside regular service trains.
11 months ago

Weekend closures, lane reductions, and a hold on the express lanes are bound to tie up traffic

Discover weekend traffic updates in Seattle, including closures and project impacts affecting your travel plans.
11 months ago

Sound Transit’s 1-line service has evening disruptions planned through Seattle

Late-night passengers must switch to ST buses for service disruptions starting Tuesday evening in Seattle. Plan ahead for maintenance.
11 months ago

North Cascades Highway reopened Monday morning

The North Cascades Highway has reopened after heavy snow, but expect more closures due to upcoming weather conditions.
11 months ago

WSDOT projects bring weekday disruptions to Kent, Monroe, and Seattle

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has has a few weekday assignments that could affect your routine.
12 months ago

Washington State Ferries will cancel some Tuesday morning sailings in the San Juan Islands

Riders on the Washington State Ferry inter-island service will need to plan around a few cancellations on Tuesday morning on the Anacortes/San Juans route.
12 months ago

WSDOT tackles paving, drainage work, traffic signals across region this week

WSDOT addresses paving, drainage, and traffic signals; expect lane closures across western Washington this week.
1 year ago

State Route 18 closed over Tiger Mountain through Monday

State Route 18 remains closed over Tiger Mountain. Learn about the widening project and its impact on local traffic.
1 year ago

Weekend road work: Relief for Mercer Island drivers, scattered detours from Everett to Lacey

Weekend road work will impact several routes in western Washington.
1 year ago

WSDOT warns of major weekend closures on I-5, SR 18, I-90

WSDOT announces major weekend closures on I-5, SR 18, and I-90. Stay informed to navigate traffic disruptions efficiently.
1 year ago

Seattle-area drivers face multiple weekend closures on I-90, I-405, I-5, and SR 16

Multiple road closures impacting I-90, I-405, I-5, and SR 16 are in store for Seattle-area drivers this weekend.
1 year ago

One more headache for drivers: Dan Evans Bridge to close in east King County

A routine inspection by the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) discovered excessive wear on portions of steel support beams on the Dan Evans Bridge.
1 year ago

Regional road work this weekend, including a full closure on I-405

Plan ahead for I-405 road work this weekend in western Washington. Full closure and multiple projects could impact your travel.
1 year ago

WSDOT to close both directions of SR 104 for at least 35 days to restore fish habitat

WSDOT plans a 35-day closure of SR 104 to restore vital fish habitat, impacting traffic between Lake Forest Park and Shoreline.
1 year ago

Dogs now allowed in Washington State Ferries’ interior cabins under new pet policy

Washington State Ferries (WSF) has initiated a six-month trial allowing dogs to accompany their owners around all areas on the vessels, except for the galley.
1 year ago

WSDOT to close SR 99 tunnel overnight for $1.5M road grip project

WSDOT said, "it’s about time for people who use the State Route 99 (SR 99) tunnel under downtown Seattle to get a grip."
1 year ago

Say goodbye to Revive I-5, for now

Commuters faced significant delays as the Revive I-5 project unfolded. Discover the impacts and future of this vital infrastructure.
1 year ago

Redmond installs automated license plate readers cameras to boost public safety

In the Fall, the City of Redmond launched a campaign to make its city streets safer for pedestrians and drivers by lowering speed limits in high-risk areas.
1 year ago

Revive I-5 reaches halfway point in Seattle

WSDOT's Revive I-5 project has reached the halfway point.
1 year ago

Seattle traffic this weekend is going to bite

Seattle faces heavy traffic this weekend due to numerous summer events attracting large crowds.
1 year ago

Expect delays: Everett traffic will be jammed by 14-week paving project

Prepare for traffic delays in Everett due to a 14-week paving project on I-5 starting July 19.
1 year ago

Traffic alert: SR 520 off-ramp to Montlake Blvd. shuts down Thursday night

Eastbound SR 520 drivers will lose access to Montlake Blvd after 10 p.m. Thursday.
1 year ago