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Chris Sullivan
WSDOT to address State Route 7’s growth spurt
State Route 7 just can't handle all that traffic -- 28,000 vehicles working their way up and down the corridor daily.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Are the South Lake Union Streetcar’s days numbered?
Seattle City Councilmember Rob Saka (District 1) has concerns about the future of the South Lake Union Streetcar.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
‘I heard screeching:’ Many impacted by the I-405 collision in Bothell involving a school bus
A collision on I-405 south involving a school bus with young soccer players led to traffic backups in Bothell, officials said Wednesday.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Weekend traffic: Closures scheduled for Sound Transit’s 1 Line
Sound Transit's 1 Line will undergo scheduled maintenance over the weekend closing five stations between Capitol Hill and SODO.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Demonstrators with around 30 vehicles slowly move south along I-5
Demonstrators are slowly rolling along I-5 south Thursday afternoon. KIRO Newsradio spoke to a man involved in the demonstration.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Successful construction season ends on I-90
One less thing to worry about, I-90 construction on the freeway east of the mountains is finished for the year.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Snowfall forces early closure of Chinook Pass for the season
Travelers have one less option for cross-state travel with the seasonal closure of State Route 410 Chinook Pass over Mount Rainier.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
State Patrol searching for hit-and-run suspect after pedestrian was killed
If drivers saw a WSDOT alert during their commute this morning, WSP is looking for a hit-and-run driver after a pedestrian died.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: WA State Patrol is ready for any political violence
WA State Patrol is preparing for what happens if political violence gets worse on election day or the days after the results?2 years ago
Tom Brock and Steve Coogan
Cause of mudslide that led to 10-hour closure on I-5 in Bellingham revealed
The city of Bellingham revealed in a statement Monday what caused the mudslide that led to a 10-hour closure of I-5 north Sunday.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
WSDOT is prepared for winter. Are you and your tires ready?
WSDOT said it's ready for winter. Now it's up to all of us to do the same with our cars and tires this time of year.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
45 cars involved in multiple crashes blocked I-5 south for hours
All lanes of I-5 south in Kent were blocked on Sunday for around three hours.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
Collision on I-5 south near JBLM causes travel issues for commuters
Drivers traveling on I-5 south near Joint Base Lewis McChord should expect significant delays Friday afternoon.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Lower Spokane Street Bridge closed all weekend for repairs
SDOT is closing the Spokane Street Swing Bridge, also known as the lower bridge, all weekend to complete repair work.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Direct route between Mukilteo and Everett to be cut for a year
Here is a Halloween trick: Turning 500 feet into 10 miles. How do you do that? You close a vital bridge between Everett and Mukilteo.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: Wait, Flex Passes go bad? Who knew?
Another really good reason to check your Good To Go statement every month when you get your email notification? Your Flex Pass may not last forever.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Mass problems for Western Washington’s mass transit
Those who take Western Washington's Sound Transit are having their patience challenged after a series of incidents.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
Man charged after a 1-year-old child was killed in SR 18 collision
A 1-year-old child was killed in a collision on SR 18 caused by driver who crossed from the westbound lanes to the eastbound lanes Monday.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Rules every parent should teach during National Teen Driver Safety Week
October 20-26 is National Teen Driver Safety Week, giving parents the perfect opportunity to educate their children.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Port Townsend/Coupeville ferry routes canceled due to weather
Two Friday night Port Townsend/Coupeville ferry routes have been canceled due to weather.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Accessibility issues addressed with Seattle’s newest RapidRide service
The RapidRide G Line, which provides rapid bus service from the Central District to Madison Valley, opened in September.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Tolling increases are generating big money for WA
Tolls are hitting that $15 max for approximately 70-80% of morning commutes since they went active in March in Washington.2 years ago
Luke Duecy
Get ready to pay more: Seattle parking rates go up Tuesday
Get ready to pay more for parking in Seattle starting Tuesday.2 years ago
