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Chris Sullivan
How to navigate traffic and transit during Seattle’s first NCAA Tournament since 2015
Here's how to navigate traffic and transit as Seattle hosts its first NCAA March Madness Tournament since 2015.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Head-on collision in Port Orchard injures 5, including three children 6 years old and younger
A head-on collision on State Route 160 sent five people to the hospital with injuries, including three children under the age of six late Wednesday night.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Ending I-5’s long battle against trains in Marysville
The new 529 interchange in Marysville will soon resolve I-5's long-standing issues with train traffic.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Flying out this week? Plan on late night delays to Sea-Tac Airport
Those using the Sea-Tac Airport this week should pack in some extra travel time.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Increasing tolls and ferry fares before the Washington State Transportation Commission
Explore the latest on increasing on tolling and changes to ferry fares at the Washington State Transportation Commission's crucial meeting.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Closures this week along the Valley Highway (SR 167)
Late-night travel through the Auburn Valley this week will have full closures and lane restrictions on State Route 167 (SR 167) while the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) pushes forward on the SR 167 Corridor Improvements Project. This week, WSDOT contractors will be installing overhead sign bridges and toll gantry structures that hold the […]2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington highways among the worst in the nation, per report
A recent report highlights Washington state's highway system as one of the poorest in the U.S., raising concerns for commuters.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Aliens, runners and road closures: Expect traffic this St. Patrick’s Day weekend
St. Patrick's Day weekend brings everything from festive outfits and green beers to runners lacing up their green shoelaces for a race. A couple of St. Patty's runs will lead to road closures.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Old Highway 99 shut down after fatal crash
Old Highway 99, between 93rd Avenue Southeast and 88th Avenue Southeast, has been closed off due to a fatal collision early Friday morning, the Thurston County Sheriff confirmed. The accident occurred near the Olympia airport. More on MyNorthwest: Snow flurries on Snoqualmie cause spinouts and crashes, I-90 shut down overnight Drivers have been advised to […]2 years ago
Samantha Lomibao, KIRO 7 News
Snow flurries on Snoqualmie cause spinouts and crashes, I-90 shut down overnight
All lanes are back open on I-90 through Snoqualmie Pass after multiple crashes shut the highway down for hours on Thursday evening.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
WSDOT: Traffic at Ship Canal Bridge all clear
The Washington State Department of Transportation saw major backups at the Ship Canal Bridge.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
WA drivers flooded with fake toll texts – here’s how to protect yourself from the scam
How many bogus and threatening texts have you received in the last week over unpaid tolls? Good To Go! scams are on the rise once again.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Chokepoints: WSDOT’s $5B fish passage problem and how we got here
The state of Washington is spending billions of dollars and ripping up roads to restore fish habitat.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Chokepoints: Plan ahead for road work this week, impacting I-405, I-5, I-90 and more
WSDOT outlines key road work impacting major highways. Stay informed to avoid delays during construction season.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Person ejected from car as it flew off overpass onto I-5 now in custody for felony hit-and-run
Aa car went off the overpass onto the freeway in Tukwila.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Summer-long lane reductions return to Eastern Washington’s Vantage Bridge
After a long winter break this week, the Washington State Department of Transportation is resuming work and that means single-lane closures in both directions of I-90 spanning the Vantage Bridge through the fall.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Chokepoints: Arlington fish passage to cause year-long I-5 delays
Arlington faces significant I-5 delays as culvert work begins, affecting traffic flow for an entire year.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
I-5 lanes heading north in Kent closed after semi-truck lost its load
Three of four lanes on Interstate 5 (I-5) are closed near 272nd Street in Kent after a semi-truck lost its load.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
SR 7 south in Spanaway back open after motorcyclist killed in crash
The Washington State Patrol reported a motorcyclist died in a crash on State Route 7.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
All northbound lanes reopened on SR 7 in Parkland after car fire
All lanes on State Route 7 (SR 7) heading north were blocked off for several minutes due to a car fire in the right-hand lane.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Fixing the Gorst corner conundrum in Kitsap County
Less than 500 people live in the small Kitsap County town of Gorst, but thousands of commuters come through the community every day.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Traffic alert: 1 Line suspended from Lynnwood to Mountlake Terrace
Service on the 1 Line from Lynnwood City Center to Mountlake Terrace is suspended from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sound Transit reported.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Westbound lanes of U.S. 2 reopened after 3-car crash in Monroe, hazmat still on scene
A hazmat response was issued after a three-car crash caused a section of Highway 2 in Monroe to be shut down.2 years ago
