MyNorthwest Staff
The Alaskan Way Viaduct officially starts to come down
After initial delays related to snowstorms, the demolition of the Alaskan Way Viaduct finally began Friday, as crews started work to disassemble almost a mile and a half of roadway.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Thousands say goodbye to viaduct, hello to tunnel
With the new SR 99 tunnel opening on Monday morning, there are still a handful of events to look forward to through the weekend to herald its arrival.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Inside the new ‘state of the art’ SR 99 tunnel
Come Monday, we'll finally be getting a state-of-the-art tunnel that has high-tech fire suppression systems, traffic cameras, and even transitional lighting that changes based on the time of day.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
It’s official: Date set for opening of tunnel, end of Viadoom
Viadoom will officially come to an end on schedule, marked by the opening of the SR 99 tunnel on Monday, Feb. 4.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Workers race against the clock to finish new SR 99 tunnel
On Jan. 12, Viadoom officially began, and with it, work to realign SR 99 to connect to the recently-constructed tunnel under downtown Seattle. But can crews finish before the Feb. 4 deadline?5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
What to expect for the final week of Viadoom
We're closing in on the final week of Viadoom, and it's time to make your final preparations.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Halfway through Viadoom as the opening of the tunnel looms
We're now roughly halfway through the partial closure of SR 99 in Seattle, as the timeline to get the new tunnel remains on schedule. How has the first week and a half gone so far? Let's dive in.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
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.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
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.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
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.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Rainy weather brings the worst traffic of Viadoom yet on Day 4
The first thee days of Viadoom went OK aside for a few bumps in the road. A new factor could change things, however -- the weather. The rain returns Thursday.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Viadoom day 3: High-speed chase snarls I-5 early in the afternoon
The first two days of Viadoom have seen drivers experiencing traffic that was lighter than expected, but don't let that fool you: The worst is yet to come.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
City reports massive increase in biking as Viadoom begins
Viadoom traffic has been easier than expected, as commuters change their habits. Is a huge increase in biking across Seattle the reason?5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Day 2 of Viadoom: Another easy day, but don’t get comfortable yet
After a relatively light day of traffic on the first day of Viadoom, Tuesday was much the same, aside from a few incidents that slowed the commute into Seattle.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
A final Viadoom pep talk for your morning commute
Here to help get with your last-second preparations is KIRO Radio's resident traffic guru, Chris Sullivan, who has a little advice as you brave your morning commute.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Viadoom begins: Initial traffic manageable, but Day 2 could still be ‘awful’
The Alaskan Way Viaduct closed to traffic for good Friday night and now drivers must deal with the effects of losing the waterfront freeway. This is a real-time account of Seattle traffic.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
One other thing to avoid during Viadoom: Spreading germs
Viadoom has started and that may push a lot of people onto mass transit, which can have certain ramifications amid cold and flu season. One Seattle doctor has a few tips for riders.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Sentimental Seattleites party on the Alaskan Way Viaduct in one last traffic jam
Horns blasting, fireworks, and people were dancing on the Alaskan Way Viaduct on Seattle's waterfront for its permanent closure Friday night.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
A final farewell to the Alaskan Way Viaduct
As the Alaskan Way Viaduct closes for good, let's take a look back on some of the finer (and not so fine) aspects of the structure that's graced Seattle's waterfront for the better part of over half a century.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
By land, by rail, or by sea: How to beat Seattle’s Viadoom
If you're trying to beat Viadoom, aka the Seattle Squeeze, then you are going to have to be creative and learn new ways to get around the region.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Viadoom commute: How will train service be affected by the viaduct closure?
Do you commute to work every day on light rail or the Sounder train? This will be a decent option during Viadoom to get into downtown Seattle, especially if you live in the south end.5 years ago
Ron Upshaw
What do we do with the waterfront after the viaduct is gone?
After the viaduct is taken down, we'll be left with a choice: What do we do with one of the most beautiful waterfronts in the country?5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Mayor Durkan: Viaduct closure is ‘going to affect everybody’
As Seattle gears up for the permanent closure of the Alaskan Way Viaduct, Mayor Jenny Durkan and the region's transportation authorities had some final words leading into the big day on Friday.5 years ago
