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Julia Dallas
King County commuters hit with bus fare increase
King County's bus fares have increased, affecting commuters. Discover the new eastside routes and their impact on travel.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
New Sound Transit stations set to open late fall
Discover the upcoming Sound Transit 1 Line stations, enhancing transit options for the community this late fall.1 year ago
Ted Buehner
Labor Day 2025 travel forecast: What to expect for weather, traffic, flights in WA
Nationwide, close to 140 million people are expected to travel during the Labor Day holiday weekend, according to AAA. Here is what you need to know before you go.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
I-90 west in Ellensburg back open
All lanes on I-90 west at milepost 93 were blocked by a semi-truck, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.1 year ago
Chris Sullivan
History uncovered during Eastlake Avenue construction
Discover the archaeological treasures revealed during Eastlake Avenue's construction in the Pacific Northwest.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
After truck crash, White River Bridge may reopen with single lane in September; needs $2M in repairs
One lane of the White River Bridge could be open to traffic in a few weeks.1 year ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Northbound SR 99 on-ramp shut down from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday
The northbound SR 99 on-ramp to SR 525 is shutting down for guardrail repairs. Work starts at 8 a.m. and wraps up by 2 p.m.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Semi-truck hauling 40,000 pounds of bananas tips over at Tiger Mountain Summit
The collision involved a semi-truck hauling 40,000 pounds of bananas. The truck tipped over and is now blocking the right lane near milepost 24.1 year ago
Chris Sullivan
Labor Day travel survival guide for western Washington
Discover tips to avoid traffic and enjoy Labor Day in Washington with our essential travel survival guide for the weekend.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Motorcycle bursts into flames after rider hits deer on SR 2
A motorcycle became fully engulfed in flames after the motorcyclist crashed into a deer along State Route 2 Sunday night.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Man arrested after tossing nails across Highway 16 in Tacoma, snarling traffic
WSP troopers reported a man was tossing nails onto Westbound Highway 16 near Union Avenue in Tacoma Sunday morning.1 year ago
Nate Connors
Dogs now allowed in Washington State Ferries’ interior cabins under new pet policy
Washington State Ferries (WSF) has initiated a six-month trial allowing dogs to accompany their owners around all areas on the vessels, except for the galley.1 year ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Ballard Bridge reopens after mechanical failure closes bridge for nearly 90 minutes
The Ballard Bridge has reopened after an approximate closure of 90 minutes.1 year ago
Chris Sullivan and Julia Dallas
White River Bridge remains closed after semi-truck collision, 38-mile detour in place
The White River Bridge on State Route 410 (SR 410) remains closed after it was struck by a semi-truck Monday morning.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
‘I don’t understand it’: KIRO traffic reporter rips ‘Conechella,’ WSDOT’s weekend closure update
WSDOT announces traffic changes for Seattle's busy weekend. Sully shares insights on the controversial Conechella theme.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
All lanes back open on I-5 in Tacoma after deadly crash
I-5 in Tacoma faces fluctuating lane closures after a deadly crash, impacting traffic and travel conditions.1 year ago
Chris Sullivan
It’s OK to pass that school bus, in this situation
Learn when it's OK to pass a school bus under specific circumstances while ensuring safety on the road.1 year ago
James Lynch
Pierce County leaders prep for 750K visitors during 2026 World Cup
As the World Cup approaches, Pierce County gears up for an influx of 750,000 visitors in June 2026.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
Northbound SR 99 tunnel closing Wednesday night
The northbound SR 99 tunnel will close Wednesday night for several hours.1 year ago
Chris Sullivan
Construction isn’t just a season anymore
Discover how ongoing construction affects I-5 and our daily lives, as projects extend beyond traditional seasons.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
Crash blocks all lanes on US 2, at least 4 injured
A serious crash on US 2 has injured at least four, blocking all lanes near milepost 81, according to Washington State Patrol.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
I-90 back open both ways after large fires closed highway near Cle Elum
I-90 has reopened after being closed in two areas due to large fires, as reported by WSP.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Both directions of SR 410 closed after semi-truck hit White River Bridge
Both directions of State Route 410 (SR 410) are closed at the White River Bridge between Buckley and Enumclaw.1 year ago
