Don't just pound your steering wheel. Tell us what slows you down each day.
The KIRO Newsradio Traffic team of Chris Sullivan and Nate Connors deliver all the answers to your traffic questions in Chokepoints. Do you have a story you want us to check out? Click here to submit your Chokepoint.
Featured Stories
Julia Dallas
Ground stop lifted as hundreds of flights canceled at SEA; officials cite ‘major engineering defect’
A ground stop has been issued for all airports nationwide by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).2 days ago
Julia Dallas
Gov. Ferguson, WSF working with San Juan County on Orcas Island ferry terminal repairs
San Juan County has issued a declaration of a state of emergency due to damage at the Orcas Island ferry terminal.2 days ago
Regan Gallo-Fenz
All NB I-5 lanes reopen near Federal Way after collision
The two right lanes of northbound I-5 in Federal Way have reopened following a collision just south of State Route 18 near milepost 141.2 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Dog attack on Sounder train 2 weeks after pet policy change
Earlier this week, a dog attack occurred on a Sounder train, where a dog attacked a service dog.2 days ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Turn signals, tailgaters, and the 5 most annoying drivers on Seattle freeways
I drive to work in the dark, and I’m coming down the ramp from westbound Highway 18 onto northbound I-5. Wipers going. Coffee in the cupholder. A semi is barreling down the right lane, and there’s a car in front of me on the ramp.2 days ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
NB lanes of I-5 in SeaTac reopen 7 hours after deadly multi-car crash
The northbound lanes of I-5 in SeaTac were closed for almost 7 hours, and traffic was backed up over a mile after a deadly multi-car crash on Thursday night.2 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Emergency bridge repairs to shut down busy Mill Creek road this weekend
Getting in and out of Mill Creek is going to be rough this weekend. The city is shutting down one of the busiest roads in Snohomish County.3 days ago
Regan Gallo-Fenz
WSDOT to kick off SR 167 Expressway toll fees in Fife Dec. 14
Drivers who rely on the State Route 167 Expressway in Fife for their work commute have just over a month before the $1 toll fees begin on Dec. 14 at 5 a.m.4 days ago
Jason Sutich
All lanes of NB I-5 reopen in Seattle after burning semi-truck causes morning delays
All lanes of northbound I-5 north of Boeing Field reopened Wednesday after a burning semi-truck blocked the right lane, causing delays for morning commuters.4 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Orcas Island ferry terminal repairs could take 2 weeks as large vehicles remain restricted
Repairs to the Orcas Island ferry terminal’s transfer span could take up to two weeks after engineers found cracks in two supporting steel beams.5 days ago
Frank Lenzi
Car gets stuck near Rainier Beach station in Seattle’s second light rail track incident this year
For the second time this year, a car got stuck on Seattle light rail tracks.5 days ago
Jason Sutich
SB I-5 reopens near DuPont after box truck rollover blocks 4 lanes
A rolled-over box truck is blocking the four left lanes of southbound I-5 in DuPont early Tuesday morning.5 days ago
Julie Berg, KIRO 7
Sound Transit Crosslake Connection will be closed this weekend
Buses will replace Sound Transit Two Line trains between South Bellevue and International District/Chinatown on Saturday, Nov. 14 and Sunday, Nov. 15.5 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Shoreline pedestrian bridge delayed as faulty arch may need replacement
It looks like light rail riders will not be getting their pedestrian bridge over I-5 in Shoreline on time. The project is now running behind schedule.5 days ago
Nate Connors
SR 167 overnight closure kicks off week of roadwork in western WA
There is one full closure on Monday evening on SR 167 through Renton that drivers will need to pay attention to and seek alternate routes.6 days ago
Julie Berg, KIRO 7 News
Archival photos reveal the destruction of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge
The Tacoma Narrows Bridge collapsed on Nov. 7, 1940, just four months after its grand opening in July.6 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Aurora Bridge reopens in both directions after Friday morning crash
Both directions of the Aurora Bridge have reopened following a crash Friday morning.9 days ago
Lexi Herda, KIRO 7 News
Two lanes on the Ship Canal Bridge in Seattle to close for emergency pothole repairs
Two southbound I-5 lanes on the Ship Canal Bridge will close Thursday at 9 p.m. for maintenance.10 days ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
Boeing Field control tower repairs severely restrict flights
Emergency repairs at Boeing Field’s control tower are causing flight delays and restrictions as controllers work from a temporary location.10 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
1 Line and 2 Line trains resume service
The 1 Line and 2 Line trains have resumed service.10 days ago
Jason Sutich
Suspected impaired driver strikes street sweeper, sparking fire on I-405 in Bothell
A street sweeper caught fire on southbound I-405 in Bothell after it was struck by a suspected drunk driver on Wednesday night.10 days ago
Nate Connors
No snow, but chains required: WSP checks trucks on Snoqualmie Pass
WSP is conducting a chains emphasis patrol over Snoqualmie Pass on Tuesday and Wednesday.13 days ago
Chris Sullivan
I-5 express lanes reopen southbound after delays caused by signals issue
Even though Revive I-5 finished-up Sunday night and all lanes of northbound I-5 across the Ship Canal Bridge opened earlier than expected, the express lanes did not return to normal.13 days ago
