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Frank Sumrall
Two right lanes of SB I-5 are blocked after pickup truck wedged under fuel hauler
Two right lanes of southbound I-5 are blocked after a pickup truck was wedged under a fuel hauler early Tuesday morning.11 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Honor system ends with new SR 167 tolling system
Get ready for the upcoming SR 167 tolling system change. Prepare now for the first update in 17 years.11 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Blewett Pass back open after closing in both directions due to heavy snowfall
Blewett Pass, a mountain pass in the Wenatchee Mountains along US 97, was shut down in both directions Monday morning due to heavy snowfall.11 months ago
Julia Dallas
Westlake Park closed until spring for major upgrade
Westlake Park, the heart of downtown Seattle, will be closed until spring 2026.11 months ago
Julia Dallas
All ferry routes could be disrupted due to lack of crew
All ferry routes could be disrupted due to a lack of crew, Washington State Ferries reported Friday.12 months ago
Frank Sumrall
All lanes on northbound I-5 re-opened after fatal crash in Kent near SR 516
All lanes on northbound I-5 have reopened after a crash occurred at the SR 516 intersection in Kent early Friday morning.12 months ago
James Lynch
Drive here often? Western WA has state’s most dangerous stretch of highway
Western Washington is home to the most dangerous stretch of highway in the state.12 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Alleged DUI crash on I-5 near Tacoma results in arrest
Washington State Patrol troopers arrested a driver after crashing their car on I-5, causing it to tip over on its side.12 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Revive I-5 returns: Multiple southbound Ship Canal Bridge lanes to close for six weekends
Contractors are back this weekend for the first of six weekend projects in the southbound direction of I-5 across the Ship Canal Bridge.12 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Only 2 days left of ramp closures near Montlake, Portage Bay
Drivers only have to endure a couple more days of ramp closures on SR 520.12 months ago
Julia Dallas
New toll rules announced for SR 167
The Washington State Department of Transportation announced new toll rules for SR 167, starting later this month.12 months ago
Julia Dallas
Blewett Pass reopens amid Labor Mountain Fire
Blewett Pass has reopened after it was closed due to the Labor Mountain Fire, which is still burning.12 months ago
Frank Sumrall
$23M overhaul planned for Seattle’s aging monorail station
Seattle’s aging monorail station at Seattle Center is getting a $23 million renovation plan once the World Cup ends.12 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
3-mile backup on I-5 in Tacoma after semi-truck crash
An approximate three-mile backup is occurring on I-5 in Tacoma after a semi-truck crashed during Monday morning commute hours.12 months ago
Julia Dallas
WSDOT plans repairs for SR 167 bridge, will open 2 lanes temporarily
WSDOT has announced next steps for repairs regarding the SR 167 bridge that was hit by a truck.12 months ago
Nate Connors
Weekend road work: Relief for Mercer Island drivers, scattered detours from Everett to Lacey
Weekend road work will impact several routes in western Washington.12 months ago
Chris Sullivan
10 years in the making: New I-5/SR 529 interchange now open
Snohomish County drivers can rejoice, the new on/off ramps from I-5 at SR 529 in Marysville are now open.12 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Avoiding traffic jams while racing to the stadiums with 100,000 fellow fans
Tips for dealing with traffic Sunday during the Seattle Mariners and Seattle Seahawks games.12 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
All lanes back open on SR 18 at I-90
Both directions of SR 18 are back open at I-90 after a collision.12 months ago
Chris Sullivan
70-year-old driver cited after truck struck SR 167 bridge, repairs will last months
More details about the crash on the SR 167 bridge have been revealed as WSDOT works to repair the damage.12 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Say goodbye to the federal electric vehicle tax credit
Thinking of an electric vehicle? You've only got a week left before federal tax credits end, or you'll have to pay full price.12 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Hours of driver delays—what did WSDOT accomplish over the summer?
Explore WSDOT's key accomplishments over the summer despite ongoing construction challenges.12 months ago
Frank Lenzi
Blewett Pass closure continues due to wildfire
A wildfire near Blewett Pass keeps US Highway 97 closed through the weekend, affecting travel plans for many.1 year ago
