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Frank Sumrall
‘Slow down:’ Troopers respond to nearly 40 King County crashes Tuesday
A four-vehicle crash occurred on I-5 heading south Tuesday morning, causing the morning commute to slow to a standstill.19 hours ago
Chris Sullivan
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.23 hours ago
Nate Connors
Peace and quiet ahead: Boylston Ave off-ramp to shut down for noise walls
This weekend's portion of the noise wall project is scheduled to close the Boylston Ave off-ramp at 7 a.m. Saturday through 8 p.m. Sunday.5 days ago
Steve Coogan
All I-5 north lanes are clear in Tumwater after being blocked due to 2 collisions
All of the I-5 north lanes in Tumwater were blocked Wednesday while emergency crews responded to two collisions involving eight vehicles.7 days ago
Steve Coogan
3 deputies injured after police chase closed US 2 in Snohomish County
A police chase caused the closure of US 2 between Snohomish and Monroe Tuesday morning, local officials stated.8 days ago
Nate Connors
Washington State Ferries first attempt at hybrid-electric conversion faces delay
Washington State Ferries is completing conversions of its three largest vessels. But there is a delay in getting the M/V Wenatchee back up.8 days ago
Nate Connors
More than 100-year-old Ballard Bridge will shut down for makeover
If all goes as planned, SDOT will need four consecutive weekend closures to complete the projects on the Ballard Bridge.12 days ago
Chris Sullivan
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.13 days ago
Frank Sumrall
All lanes heading north on I-405 are clear after highway collision blocked all lanes
A collision on I-405 is blocking all northbound lanes just north of SR 169 as of this reporting, WSDOT confirmed.15 days ago
Frank Sumrall
Head-on collision on Tiger Mountain causes multiple injuries, one person critical
A head-on collision on Issaquah Hobart Road Southeast on Tiger Mountain resulted in one person suffering from critical injuries.16 days ago
Steve Coogan
Closure at 145th Street near I-5 in Shoreline to continue into 2025 due to construction
The closure of N 145th Street between 1st Avenue NE and Interstate 5 in Shoreline has been extended to early 2025, the city announced.18 days ago
Nate Connors
Washington Department of Transportation ramps up traffic projects before Fall rain
This weekend's projects brings traffic changes to I-405, I-5, I-90, and Lake Washington Boulevard near Montlake.19 days ago
Chris Sullivan
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?20 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: WA roads accumulated 38 million pounds of litter, stop littering!
"That's 38 million pounds of litter that's accumulating along our roadways, public areas and none of that is homeless encampments," Smith said.22 days ago
Frank Sumrall
Rollover semi-truck crash on Tiger Mountain, SR 18 reopen after early-morning shutdown
All lanes in both directions of SR 18 are blocked after a semi-truck rolled over at approximately 4 a.m. Tuesday.22 days ago
Nate Connors
Transportation agencies race to finish projects, congesting weekend traffic
From Woodinville's wine country to another full closure on I-405, here is a list of construction that might affect weekend traffic.26 days ago
Julia Dallas
New ferry to set sail for Kitsap Transit
A brand new vessel is on the way for the Kitsap Fast Ferry service, thanks to a nice boost from the federal government.26 days ago
Frank Sumrall
Report: Seattle has second-worst congestion, third-worst traffic in nation
Seattle has the second-worst congestion and the third-worst traffic among 49 measured major metro areas, according to the report's findings.26 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Five-day closure for State Route 202, everyone’s favorite alternate route for I-405
Redmond-Woodinville Road, otherwise known as State Route 202 (SR 202), is a popular way to skip the traffic on I-405.27 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Diverging diamond interchange, two new lanes for I-90/SR 18 exchange in Snoqualmie
Drivers are getting their first taste of the new diverging diamond interchange at I-90 and SR 18 this week as new ramps open up.29 days ago
Chris Sullivan
SR 520, I-405 closures add to traffic madness during weekend sporting events
The Seattle Seahawks and the Washington Huskies are home this weekend, so what a perfect time to shut down a stretch of I-405.1 month ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Tuesday marks first commute day for Snohomish County Light Rail
Tuesday will mark the first real commute day for Light Rail reaching into Snohomish County with four new stations added.1 month ago
Chris Sullivan
It’s a party: Light rail service begins in Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Shoreline
Lynnwood better be ready for its closeup. Light rail service begins Friday, bringing thousands of new people in for a fast trip to Seattle.1 month ago
