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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
Chris Sullivan
New bill targets unsecured loads: Will big rigs finally be required to cover their cargo?
If it's illegal for a cooler to fly out of your pickup truck, why isn't it illegal when big rigs fail to cover or secure their loads?2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Amazon’s impact: New data reveals Friday traffic worse than pre-pandemic levels
INRIX, a firm that studies traffic, has been tracking data surrounding the impact of Amazon's five days a week in-office mandate on traffic in the Seattle area.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
WSP believes racing involved in deadly crash near Arlington, witnesses needed
The Washington State Patrol is looking for anyone who witnessed a deadly collision near Arlington on Monday.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Traffic this week: Bridge demolition in Fife brings closures on State Route 99
Beginning Tuesday evening, commuters on State Route 99 in Fife will have a 42-hour lane closure in the southbound direction.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Chokepoints: Spanaway Loop Road closure to continue due to sewer project challenges
Spanaway Loop Road, a popular route for people trying to avoid congestion, has been closed since the middle of October.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
WSF year in review: Soft pretzel boom and fewer canceled sailings
Ridership on the Washington State Ferries isn't expected to reach its pre-pandemic numbers for another decade, but has improved in 2024.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Skagit County sees a major speed limit reduction on I-5
Beginning Wednesday, drivers will see a significant speed limit reduction on Interstate 5 (I-5) in Burlington.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Facing budget cuts, will Olympia finally fund our roads like it should?
Lawmakers in Olympia simply do not fund our roads, bridges and ferries anywhere close to adequately, and this isn't likely to change.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Driving in Dallas: A Seattleite’s perspective on merging, tolls and overall chaos
I just returned from Dallas, and I have some thoughts on driving in Texas. Seattle-area drivers would not do well around Dallas.2 years ago
Nate Connors
NE 145th Street in Shoreline reopens with limited access for drivers
NE 145th Street in Shoreline reopens: The contractors working reopened a single lane in each direction between Corliss Avenue and I-5 Tuesday.2 years ago
