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Chris Sullivan
Drivers still confused about slow down, move over
This law is super simple. You see flashing lights on the side of the road. You slow down. You move over, but a survey showed a lot of confusion over the rules.9 months ago
Julia Dallas
All westbound lanes of US 2 at SR 204 back open
All westbound lanes of US 2 at State Route 204 (SR 204) at milepost 2 were closed.9 months ago
FAA reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 ‘high-volume’ markets
The FAA announced that it will reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 “high-volume” markets beginning Friday morning to maintain safety during the ongoing government shutdown.9 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
All lanes on southbound I-5 south of Bridgeport reopened after crash
A significant crash occurred early Wednesday morning on southbound I-5, causing delays for morning commuters.9 months ago
Nate Connors
Washington State Ferries will cancel some Tuesday morning sailings in the San Juan Islands
Riders on the Washington State Ferry inter-island service will need to plan around a few cancellations on Tuesday morning on the Anacortes/San Juans route.9 months ago
Julia Dallas
Ferry riders plan ahead: Sailings canceled due to low tides
Several Port Townsend and Coupeville Ferry sailings are canceled for low tides this month.9 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Winter driving season begins: Studded tires are back, chains required over passes
You should start carrying your chains in your car, just to be ready when the snow hits.9 months ago
Julia Dallas
Federal Way light rail less than 5 weeks away
In less than five weeks, riders will be able to take the Federal Way light rail.9 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Major car crash causes lane closures on eastbound I-90 near North Bend
A significant crash shut down all eastbound lanes of I-90 near North Bend Friday morning.9 months ago
Frank Sumrall
2 lanes reopened after crash on SR 520 approaching Montlake
Two lanes, the left general-purpose lane and the HOV lane, are blocked on westbound SR 520 after a crash occurred.9 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Driver busted with Halloween-themed fake passenger to use HOV lane
The Washington State Patrol (WSP) caught another driver using a fake passenger in order to ride in the HOV lane.9 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Drivers beware: WSP troopers watching SR 167 tolling closely
Discover how WSP troopers are enforcing new SR 167 tolling rules to combat cheating and ensure fair usage for all drivers.9 months ago
Jason Sutich
FedEx truck crashes into trees near Tiger Mountain Summit, all lanes back open
A FedEx semi-truck collided with trees, causing lane closures and delays near Tiger Mountain Summit early Wednesday morning.9 months ago
Frank Sumrall
All lanes on I-90 on Mercer Island have reopened after five-car crash
Two lanes are blocked on eastbound I-90 after a five-car crash occurred on Mercer Island early Wednesday morning.9 months ago
Jason Sutich
Gov. Ferguson warns I-90 overpass replacement ‘likely to take several months’
I-90 overpass replacement near Cle Elum will take several months, warns Governor Ferguson following damage from an oversized vehicle.9 months ago
Jason Sutich
Train crash blocking ferry terminal on Edmonds, Kingston route now clear
Ferry service between Edmonds and Kingston is suspended due to a train crash near the Edmonds terminal. Updates to follow.9 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Speed safety cameras could be coming to Bellevue by 2026 — here’s where
Certain Bellevue spots and roads could be home to new speed safety cameras after city leadership identified 37 potential locations.9 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Bridge strikes, English tests, and all things commercial trucking
The public has a lot of questions about the safety of big rigs and their drivers after multiple bridge strikes have occurred over the last two months.9 months ago
Jason Sutich
Jackknifed semi-truck collides with barrier on SB I-5, 2 lanes reopened
A jackknifed semi-truck near milepost 103 in Olympia causes lane closures, impacting traffic on southbound I-5.9 months ago
Julia Dallas
Alaska Airlines issues temporary ground stop for IT outage
Alaska Airlines announced a temporary ground stop amid an IT outage affecting operations as of Thursday afternoon.9 months ago
Jason Sutich and Julia Dallas
Driver who hit Bullfrog Road overpass cited for violating permit; Repair work underway
Westbound I-90 at Bullfrog overpass closed after oversized semi-truck damaged it late Tuesday night.9 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Who’s ready for pass level snow?
Snow is forecasted to reach pass level. Is your vehicle winter-ready? Stay informed for safe winter driving conditions.9 months ago
Nate Connors
WSDOT tackles paving, drainage work, traffic signals across region this week
WSDOT addresses paving, drainage, and traffic signals; expect lane closures across western Washington this week.9 months ago
