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wire theft montlake project...
MyNorthwest Staff

Wire thieves target Montlake Project

Wire thefts hit Montlake, raising concerns. Learn about the impacts and safety measures to protect your property.
6 months ago
Airport Way bike lane...
Chris Sullivan

Surveying error forces SDOT to redo Airport Way bike lane curbs

Discover how surveying errors led to the disruption of the protected bike lane on Airport Way in Seattle.
6 months ago
Carnation flooding...
Julia Dallas

Several Carnation roads closed due to flooding

Several roads in Carnation are currently closed due to flooding. Stay updated on conditions and safe travel routes.
6 months ago
fatal collision interbay...
Jason Sutich

Fatal collision near Interbay shuts down Elliot Avenue

A fatal collision near Interbay on Wednesday morning is currently under investigation by the Seattle Police Department.
6 months ago
Shoreline overpass close...
Nate Connors

Northeast 145th Street overpass in Shoreline closes for more than 3 weeks

The N.E. 145th Street overpass, SR 523, is set to close Wednesday, March 18, at 9 p.m. for nearly three weeks while contractors build a new roundabout.
6 months ago
I‑5 replacement bridge...
Aaron Granillo

Cost for I‑5 replacement bridge soars as Washington, Oregon push to begin construction in 2028

New estimates reveal the I-5 replacement bridge could cost $7.8 billion as WA and OR officials push for project initiation.
6 months ago
SEA concourse c project...
Jason Sutich

SEA’s Concourse C to nearly triple in size with $399 million expansion

As the FIFA World Cup in Seattle draws near, the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is wrapping up its roughly $399 million expansion project on Concourse C.
6 months ago
ferry line...
Chris Sullivan

This is your yearly reminder to avoid being a jerk in the ferry line

As spring arrives, let's embrace kindness and avoid rudeness in ferry lines for a smoother experience for everyone.
6 months ago
Walla Walla Ferry...
James Lynch

Walla Walla ferry crew rescues people clinging to capsized sailboat

The Walla Walla ferry crew acted swiftly to rescue individuals clinging to a capsized sailboat, becoming first responders today.
6 months ago
avalanche landslide Tiger mountain...
Jason Sutich

Landslide shuts down eastbound SR 18 near Tiger Mountain Summit

A small landslide closed a portion of eastbound SR 18 near Tiger Mountain Summit on Monday afternoon.
6 months ago
Bothell I-405 opens corridor...
MyNorthwest Staff

Northbound I‑405 reopens early in Bothell amid major corridor upgrades

North and southbound I-405 lanes at SR 522 are now open post-upgrades, enhancing travel in Bothell and surrounding areas.
6 months ago
road closures...
MyNorthwest Staff

Rough weather leads to 3 major overnight road closures

Worsening conditions result in three significant road closures near the pass. Stay informed for safe travel updates.
6 months ago
US at Stevens Pass is blocked...
Julia Dallas

US 2 at Stevens Pass closed due to illegally parked vehicles blocking plows

US 2 is closed at Stevens Pass as illegally parked cars block snowplows, affecting road clearing efforts.
6 months ago
SEA ground stops...
Jillian Raftery

Dozens of flights delayed at SEA as snow prompts another ground stop

Winter weather causes significant flight delays at SEA, prompting a ground stop.
6 months ago
west seattle link extension sound transit...
MyNorthwest Staff

Sound Transit eyes $2 billion in savings on West Seattle Link Extension project

Sound Transit reviews cost-cutting strategies for the West Seattle Link Extension amid rising project expenses and updated forecasts.
6 months ago
Jackknifed semi closes I‑90 WB near Snoqualmie Pass (Photo: WSDOT)...
MyNorthwest Staff

Icy roads cause jackknifed semi truck, WB I-90 closure near Easton

Travelers on I-90 face delays due to a jackknifed semi blocking the westbound lane at milepost 70 near Snoqualmie Pass.
6 months ago
I-90...
MyNorthwest Staff

Storm turns I-90 into an ‘ice rink,’ closing highway overnight from North Bend to Ellensburg

Travelers face delays on I-90 near Snoqualmie Pass and North Bend after collisions caused highway closure. Stay updated on road conditions.
6 months ago
King County Metro (1)...
Frank Lenzi

King County Metro to expand bus service starting March 28

Discover new King County Metro bus service updates, including earlier trips and enhanced weekend schedules starting March 28.
6 months ago
Bellevue Light Rail Unit...
James Lynch

‘We want to deliver for you’: Bellevue police light rail unit gears up for Crosslake Connection opening

The Bellevue Light Rail Unit is set for the Crosslake Connection opening on March 28, enhancing public transit access.
6 months ago
snow morning commute...
Julia Dallas

Snowy conditions could snarl morning commute in western WA

A snow forecast for Friday morning in western Washington could delay your commute. Prepare for possible travel challenges.
6 months ago
tiger mountain sr 18 blocked...
MyNorthwest Staff

SR 410 reopens after downed trees close 10-mile stretch

A 10-mile stretch of SR 410 near Enumclaw was closed due to fallen trees.
6 months ago
Eastbound I-90 at MP 62...
Julia Dallas

I-90 fully reopens after multiple crashes, spinouts

I-90 has fully reopened eastbound and westbound.
6 months ago
1st Avenue S. bridge closed Friday...
Chris Sullivan

1st Avenue S. Bridge to remain closed through Friday

This is not what drivers wanted to hear: All northbound lanes of the 1st Avenue S. Bridge will remain closed through at least Friday.
6 months ago
Seattle public transit FIFA...
BROOKE GRIFFIN, KIRO 7

Seattle public transit stepping up for FIFA matches

We are less than 100 days away from the FIFA World Cup in Seattle! Public transit is putting final touches on plans to move around 750,000 people on game days.
6 months ago