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Bill Kaczaraba
1 killed in early morning Renton crash; SR 167 re-opened
A portion of SR 167 in Renton has shut down due to an early morning deadly crash, according to Washington State Patrol (WSP).1 year ago
Chris Sullivan
Road Usage Charge faced 98% opposition at first hearing
The Road Usage Charge or pay-by-mile system had its first hearing in the legislature on Thursday, and it generated an unprecedented response from the public. I’m not sure I have ever seen such a public reaction to a transportation plan. More than 20,000 people signed up to testify or to record their support or opposition to […]1 year ago
Julia Dallas
After 22-vehicle collision, all lanes on southbound, northbound I-5 near Castle Rock are open
All lanes of Interstate 5 (I-5) north and I-5 south are blocked.1 year ago
Frank Lenzi
UPDATE: Police pursuit called off twice prior to fatal motorcycle crash in Skagit County
The southbound lanes of Interstate 5 are blocked due to a fatal motorcycle crash in Mount Vernon.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Gee warns Washington drivers will be hit with both a Road Usage Charge and gas tax
The Washington Legislature is finally ready to consider a Road Usage Charge (RUC) -- a plan to have residents pay by the mile. Its first hearing is set to happen Thursday.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Rolled over semi-truck blocks all westbound lanes of SR 18 at Tiger Mountain Summit
A crash involving a rolled-over semi-truck is blocking traffic along State Route 18 (SR 18) at the Tiger Mountain Summit.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
WA eyes pay-by-mile system as gas tax revenue declines
The legislature is finally going to take up the Road Usage Charge. The plan to have us pay-by-mile will have its first hearing on Thursday.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Speed cameras coming to WA freeway work zones soon
Speed cameras are on their way to a freeway work zone near you. WSDOT is about to debut mobile cameras to improve safety.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Bellevue considering getting rid of free street parking
Free street parking could be going away in Downtown Bellevue, as the city struggles to meet the growing demand for spaces.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Nighttime work ramps up on Portage Bay Viaduct Project
An update on the Portage Bay Viaduct Project as work will pick up on Wednesday night, February 5.2 years ago
Jason Rantz
Rantz Exclusive: City of Seattle hit with another discrimination and harassment complaint
Another Seattle lawsuit was filed against the city, alleging discrimination and hostile environment at its police department.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Flying after May? You’ll need more than a WA driver’s license
Flying after May? Your Washington driver's license isn't going to get you through TSA after May 7 -- the day the Real ID Act goes into effect.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Rolled-over semi-truck catches fire on I-405, shuts down most northbound lanes near SR 169 interchange
All northbound lanes of Interstate 405 (I-405) have been shut down after a crash involving a rolled-over semi-truck in Renton Tuesday morning.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Drivers be aware: WSDOT and Sound Transit closures this weekend in Seattle
There are several road and transit closures in the Seattle area this weekend. Boylston Avenue closures The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will begin installing a new noise wall at the south end of Seattle’s Ship Canal Bridge this weekend. In early October, WSDOT began clearing trees and preparing the area next to Interstate-5 […]2 years ago
Nate Connors
Plan ahead: WSDOT to shut down major exit ramps Thursday night
WSDOT is facilitating a few off-ramp closures Thursday night that could have you rearranging your commute or evening plans.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Should speed cameras add microphones to nab street racers?
The latest potential expansion of automated traffic speed cameras would be to crack down on souped-up cars inside designated vehicle racing enforcement zones.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Washington State Ferries’ anticipated spring vehicle reservations available Wednesday
Washington State Ferries riders should keep an eye out as reservations for the upcoming season are set to go live this week.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Sea-Tac Airport sees travel at levels ‘even stronger’ than pre-pandemic
Sea-Tac Airport is predicting another record-breaking year in 2025, according to a news release from the airport.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: What lurks beneath I-90 fish passage project?
It's been a year and a half since WSDOT started tearing up I-90 in Factoria for a massive fish passage project. How's the work going?2 years ago
Steve Coogan
WSDOT: Major project that would have disrupted I-5 traffic for 3 years delayed
The upcoming work to rehabilitate the Ship Canal Bridge that would have caused major travel delays due to I-5 traffic has been delayed until 2026.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Traffic alert: I-90 west ramp to I-5 north back open
WSDOT traffic alert: Bridge maintenance crews closed the Interstate 90 (I-90) west ramp in Seattle to Interstate 5 (I-5) north.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
WA near dead last for overall driving in the U.S., latest study claims
WalletHub compared all 50 states and unfortunately found that Washington is the second-worst state to drive in.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
17-year-old driver causes fatal crash on I-5, shuts down highway for hours
Interstate 5 (I-5) was shut down for several hours due to a fatal crash before reopening 5 a.m. Friday morning.2 years ago
