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Julia Dallas
All lanes back open: I-5 north was shut down at Southcenter due to shooting
All lanes are now open after a shooting caused delays on I-5 North at Southcenter.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
All eastbound I-90 lanes reopen after semi-truck carrying 10,000 whiskey bottles rolls over
Eastbound I-90 sees delays due to a whiskey-carrying semi-truck rollover near milepost 45. Traffic updates here.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
SB SR 529 reopened at the Snohomish River Bridge after malfunction
Southbound SR 529 at the Snohomish River Bridge, between Everett and Marysville, is closed to traffic and blocked off due to a bridge malfunction.1 year ago
Chris Sullivan
Washington’s toll expansion is hitting overdrive
Discover the upcoming transformations in Washington's toll system and what it means for drivers in the coming years.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Lanes reopened on southbound I-405 in Renton after crash with semi-truck
All lanes on southbound I-405 in Renton have reopened after multiple cars were involved in a crash with a semi-truck.1 year ago
Chris Sullivan
Vantage Bridge I-90 lane closures return 24/7 after July 4: What drivers need to know
You've got two more weekends of smooth traveling on eastbound I-90 across the Vantage Bridge, but after the 4th of July, the 24/7 lane restrictions return.1 year ago
Nate Connors
Traffic alert: Evening work brings closures to I-405, SR 167 this week
WSDOT announces evening work on SR 167 and I-405 for corridor improvements.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Study claims this PNW city made the biggest strides in driving safety in the nation
As millions of Americans embark on record-breaking amounts of domestic travel, the Pacific Northwest qualified as having the biggest improvement in driving safety in the nation.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
WB I-90 reopens near SR 18 after driver allegedly runs down pedestrian
Washington State Patrol (WSP) has arrested a 42-year-old man after troopers say he hit and killed a 66-year-old while driving impaired near SR 18 on I-90.1 year ago
Chris Sullivan
Ship Canal Bridge construction could mess with your weekend plans
Prepare for lane closures on the Ship Canal Bridge this weekend.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
Nice try: WSP busts driver using Halloween decoration in HOV lane
Washington State Patrol catches HOV lane violator using a spooky dummy for a fake passenger in a creative enforcement tactic.1 year ago
Nate Connors
Ahoy, matey! Time to renew those Washington boat decals
Discover when to renew Washington boat decals and ensure your vessel remains compliant with state regulations.1 year ago
Chris Sullivan
Two Snohomish County bridges to close for four months
A popular shortcut between Bothell and Lynnwood is going to be shut down for several months as Snohomish County replaces an old wooden bridge.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
SR 99 tunnel tolls increasing July 1: Here’s how much more you’ll pay
The Washington State Transportation Commission is increasing the toll rates on the State Route 99 tunnel in Seattle by 3%.1 year ago
Nate Connors
Busy weekend ahead: Seattle protests, graduations, freeway closures will snarl traffic
Seattle weekend traffic will be heavier than normal due to graduations, protests, and freeway closures.1 year ago
Chris Sullivan
‘Plan some extra time’: I-405 closure to mess with weekend plans
Expect delays on I-405 north between Renton and Factoria. Adjust your weekend travel plans accordingly to avoid disruptions.1 year ago
Chris Sullivan
After more than year-long closure, I-90 west HOV lane to reopen Friday in Factoria
The I-90 west HOV lane reopens after a year, easing traffic into Bellevue. Drivers can expect smoother commutes starting Friday.1 year ago
Nate Connors
‘A unique spot’: Everything you need to know about Sea-Tac’s new checkpoint
Discover Sea-Tac's new checkpoint, enhancing travel for millions in 2025 at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
Sea-Tac screenings to scale back as homeland security ends surveillance program
DHS terminated the Quiet Skies program, affecting Sea-Tac airport screenings. Learn more about the changes and their implications.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
65-year-old killed in fatal crash near I-5 in Lynnwood
A fatal crash is blocking lanes on southbound SR 525 near I-5, impacting traffic in the area.1 year ago
Chris Sullivan
Expect major I-5 delays: Ship Canal Bridge construction starts this summer
We're just a few weeks away from the Summer of Ship Canal Bridge construction. You're going to need to prepare for significant delays through Seattle.1 year ago
Aaron Granillo
National Secure Your Load Day approaches: WSP on the lookout for unsecure loads
Now in its fifth year, the annual campaign from WSP is an effort to prevent serious injuries or death caused by unsecure loads.1 year ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
I-5 lane closures near Grand Mound causing 7-mile backups, WSDOT warns
If you’re heading south on I-5, brace yourself as daytime backups could stretch for seven miles near Grand Mound, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).1 year ago
