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wsdot road closure I-405 I-90 SR 167 kirkland puyallup bellevue...
Nate Connors

WSDOT schedules overnight road work in King, Pierce Counties

From Seattle's Downtown Tunnel to the Fife Curve, drivers will see late-night closures this week as WSDOT works through several projects.
6 months ago
SR 530 reopens flood...
Jason Sutich

300-foot section of SR 530 reopens after a month of flood repairs

A 300-foot section of east and westbound SR 530 between Rockport and Darrington was reopened Tuesday after it sustained damage during the flooding in December.
6 months ago
Ferndale crash...
Julia Dallas

Southbound I-5 reopens hours later in Ferndale after deadly multi-vehicle crash

Southbound I-5 was fully blocked for hours in Ferndale after a deadly multi-vehicle crash occurred.
6 months ago
Photo: A driver passes by. Lawmakers are championing a Washington bill that seeks to clamp down on ...
Julia Dallas

From Seattle to Leavenworth: WA’s speeding habit shows no signs of slowing

A new survey reveals Seattle's speeding hotspots, highlighting a growing issue across Washington state.
6 months ago
revive I-5 traffic petition...
KIRO 7 News Staff

What’s the best way to avoid the Revive I-5 traffic?

The Revive I-5 project is causing major slowdowns in and out of Seattle — and it’s going to be that way for at least the next five months.
6 months ago
Photo: Port Townsend/Coupeville ferry routes have been canceled....
Chris Sullivan

Just how old is our state ferry system and what can be done about it?

Governor Ferguson proposes $1 billion to revitalize Washington's aging ferry fleet. Discover the future of this vital transportation system.
6 months ago
Sound Transit budget deficit delays...
Nate Connors

Sound Transit postpones repairs to T Line

Sound Transit replaces trains with buses on the T-line in North Tacoma for repairs after Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
6 months ago
I-5 fife 20-vehicle crash...
Frank Sumrall

20-vehicle crash blocked three lanes of northbound I-5 near Pierce–King County line in Fife

The three left lanes on northbound I-5 near the Pierce/King County line in Fife were blocked for two hours due to an early morning collision involving 20 vehicles.
6 months ago
TSA REAL ID...
Julia Dallas

Forgot your ID? TSA will soon have a backup option for travelers

Starting next month, TSA introduces ConfirmID, a $45 option for travelers without a REAL ID. Learn more about this new service.
6 months ago
Seattle weekend commute...
Frank Lenzi

King County official wants WSDOT to open southbound express lanes during Ship Canal Bridge work

King County officials request southbound express lanes to ease delays caused by the Ship Canal Bridge construction.
6 months ago
wsdot road closure I-405 I-90 SR 167 kirkland puyallup bellevue...
MyNorthwest Staff

Section of westbound I-90 to close overnight Friday

A section of I-90 is expected to be shut down for eight hours Friday night, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.
6 months ago
sounder train shoreline...
Nate Connors

Special Sounder service for Seahawks playoff game Saturday

Discover the special Sounder service options to Lumen Field amid I-5 construction for the Seahawks playoff game.
6 months ago
Bullfrog road overpass...
Julia Dallas

Bullfrog Road overpass near Cle Elum opens ahead of schedule

The Bullfrog Road overpass is officially open, announced WSDOT, enhancing travel in the Cle Elum area.
6 months ago
Edgewater Bridge between Everett and Mukilteo...
Chris Sullivan

Murphy’s Law hits bridge project between Everett and Mukilteo

The Everett-Mukilteo bridge project faces repeated setbacks, highlighting the challenges of unexpected issues in infrastructure development.
6 months ago
Seattle police...
Julia Dallas

Seattle police blocking all directions on NE 50th Street

There is reported police activity blocking traffic in the U-District.
7 months ago
Sound Transit budget deficit delays...
Jason Sutich

Multiple maintenance closures planned for Sound Transit 1 Line this month

Discover the January closures of Sound Transit's 1 Line and how bus replacements will impact your commute and travel plans.
7 months ago
Duvall Monroe delays SR 203...
Jason Sutich

Expect traffic delays on SR 203 for roadway sampling in Duvall, Monroe

SR 203 between Duvall and Monroe will have daily alternating traffic on Wednesday and Thursday while crews conduct roadway sampling for a future project.
7 months ago
I-5 backups wsdot...
Chris Sullivan

Why WSDOT won’t switch express lanes, despite huge southbound I-5 backups

Why won't WSDOT open the I-5 express lanes for a few hours each morning to prevent the 45-50 minute delays out of Lynnwood?
7 months ago
SB I-5 express lane delays...
Chris Sullivan

As predicted, loss of SB I-5 express lanes causes huge morning delays

As expected, southbound I-5 drivers were greeted with massive backups out of Snohomish County because of the loss of the express lanes.
7 months ago
millionaire's tax ferguson heywood...
Chris Sullivan

The CCA, ferries, and a highway user fee; key transportation discussions this session

Ferguson wants to add $3 billion to the state transportation budget in this short 60-day session. How he wants to do it isn't popular on either side of the aisle.
7 months ago
fife bridge work I-5...
Nate Connors

Bridge work over I-5 brings late night closures in Fife

The Washington State Department of Transportation is continuing work this week on a new overpass at I-5 in Fife.
7 months ago
Ship Canal Bridge...
Nate Connors

It’s back! Revive I-5 in Seattle returns this weekend

Join the revitalization of Seattle's Ship Canal Bridge this weekend with engaging events and updates from WSDOT on preservation efforts.
7 months ago
I-405 bothell...
Frank Sumrall

Lanes reopened after back half of double dump truck rolled over on I-405 in Bothell

The back half of a double dump truck rolled over on southbound I-405 in Bothell, causing significant delays.
7 months ago
I-5 NB Federal Way Crash...
Jason Sutich

All lanes of northbound I-5 in Federal Way back open after multi-vehicle crash

A three-vehicle crash on NB I-5 in Federal Way was blocking lanes, causing traffic delays.
7 months ago