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MyNorthwest Staff
Work to replace Bullfrog overpass starts Monday
Starting Monday, crews will replace the Bullfrog overpass above I-90 near Cle Elum to enhance safety and traffic flow.10 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Unlicensed driver arrested after car carrier nearly flips on I-5, sending 3 to hospital
The big rig was heading north on I-5 when the driver failed to realize traffic was slowing in front of him. While trying to avoid rear-ending a school bus, the unlicensed driver made an evasive maneuver that backfired.10 months ago
Jason Sutich
Car hauler without CDL arrested after multi-vehicle crash in Lacey, 3 injured
A large collision involving a school bus, a car hauler, and several other vehicles is blocking all lanes of northbound I-5 near Martin Way E. in Lacey.10 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Your registration renewal might’ve gotten lost in the junk mail
Holiday mail can hide important registration renewals. Learn to identify vital postcards and avoid costly mistakes.10 months ago
Nate Connors
North Cascades Highway shuts down for the season on Thursday
Snow accumulations have been dismal this year compared to years past, but this weekend, it is enough to shut down the North Cascades Highway for the season.10 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Driver dies after car bursts into flames on I-5 near Grand Mound
A person died in a car crash on I-5 Wednesday morning after their car caught on fire.10 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Delayed by bad soil, Federal Way light rail finally opens this week
Eight more miles of light rail tracks will open to the public this weekend when service expands from Angle Lake south to downtown Federal Way Saturday morning.10 months ago
Nate Connors
Sound Transit’s 1 line service has more testing and closures this week
More testing on Sound Transit's 1 line service between Lynnwood and Seattle will bring an extra train along for the ride on Monday and Tuesday.10 months ago
Luke Duecy
Traffic backups at SEA Airport longer than TSA lines Monday
Many holiday travelers heading to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on Monday morning faced delays before they even reached the terminal.10 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
TSA to charge $45 fee for travelers without REAL ID starting Feb. 1
Air travelers in the U.S. without a REAL ID will be charged a $45 fee beginning in February, the Transportation Security Administration announced Monday.10 months ago
Nate Connors
SR 99 closures at Seattle’s downtown tunnel this week
The Washington State Department of Transportation has scheduled a number of lane and ramp closures this week at or near Seattle's downtown tunnel on SR 99.10 months ago
Jason Sutich
Federal Way light rail opens this weekend with 3 new stations
Sound Transit's Link light rail extension to Federal Way will begin service this weekend, with three new stations being unveiled on Saturday.10 months ago
Julia Dallas
Traffic alert: Seattle Marathon will close streets Sunday as city transforms into race route
Plan your Sunday travel in Seattle. Expect street closures due to the Seattle Marathon; wait until afternoon for smoother driving.10 months ago
Julia Dallas
US 2 reopens after head-on crash near Nordic Center
US 2 is now open east of Stevens Pass. Stay informed on road conditions and travel alternatives for your journey.10 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Massive 18-month delay in I-405 widening project
This is not the news Eastside drivers want to hear, but the opening of the express toll lanes between Bellevue and Renton has been delayed by a year and a half.10 months ago
Ted Buehner
Thanksgiving holiday weather and travel: What to expect this week
The week of Thanksgiving is here, and many are planning to travel to visit family for the holiday.10 months ago
Chris Sullivan
WSF expects 300,000 ferry riders over holiday weekend, on pace for numbers not seen since 2019
You're going to have plenty of company on the state ferries this holiday weekend. More than 300,000 passengers are expected to catch a ferry over the holiday weekend.10 months ago
Alison Ahmoye, KIRO 7 News
Millions expected to travel across WA for Thanksgiving, says WSDOT
As millions prepare to travel across the state for Thanksgiving, drivers are advised to expect delays on major routes.10 months ago
Nate Connors
Sound Transit testing faster run times on the 1 Line Monday and Tuesday
Sound Transit plans to test four-minute run times for 1 Line trains. Test trains displaying “Out of Service” will run alongside regular service trains.10 months ago
Julia Dallas
Drivers plan ahead: Next phase of Ship Canal Bridge closures announced
Discover the upcoming Ship Canal Bridge closures due to Revive I-5 and how they may impact your travel plans.10 months ago
Julia Dallas
RapidRide J Line saga continues: SDOT’s latest updates on the project
Discover the latest updates on the RapidRide J Line from SDOT and what to expect as the project advances in Seattle.10 months ago
Nate Connors
Weekend closures, lane reductions, and a hold on the express lanes are bound to tie up traffic
Discover weekend traffic updates in Seattle, including closures and project impacts affecting your travel plans.10 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Semi-truck overturns on I-5, causing hundreds of chickens to spill out on road
Hundreds of chickens spilled out onto I-5 early Friday morning after a semi-truck delivering them overturned.10 months ago
