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Nate Connors
This weekend’s project punch-list includes highways, bridges and a tunnel
Weekend construction will be seen across Western Washington as WSDOT scrambles to finish project before the rainy weather sets in.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Celebrate Halloween by taking over your street
If you're still looking for a way to make a Halloween impression, why not shut down your street and throw a block party?2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
‘Slow down:’ Troopers respond to nearly 40 King County crashes Tuesday
A four-vehicle crash occurred on I-5 heading south Tuesday morning, causing the morning commute to slow to a standstill.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Massive toll system changes on the way
The maximum tolls on I-405 and SR 167 went up to $15 earlier this year, but it's likely that rate will be going up again next year.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Peace and quiet ahead: Boylston Ave off-ramp to shut down for noise walls
This weekend's portion of the noise wall project is scheduled to close the Boylston Ave off-ramp at 7 a.m. Saturday through 8 p.m. Sunday.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
All I-5 north lanes are clear in Tumwater after being blocked due to 2 collisions
All of the I-5 north lanes in Tumwater were blocked Wednesday while emergency crews responded to two collisions involving eight vehicles.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
3 deputies injured after police chase closed US 2 in Snohomish County
A police chase caused the closure of US 2 between Snohomish and Monroe Tuesday morning, local officials stated.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Washington State Ferries first attempt at hybrid-electric conversion faces delay
Washington State Ferries is completing conversions of its three largest vessels. But there is a delay in getting the M/V Wenatchee back up.2 years ago
Nate Connors
More than 100-year-old Ballard Bridge will shut down for makeover
If all goes as planned, SDOT will need four consecutive weekend closures to complete the projects on the Ballard Bridge.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Road closures: WSDOT shutting down 4 freeways this weekend
Expect significant delays to your travels this weekend as four freeways will be closed from Friday to Monday.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
All lanes heading north on I-405 are clear after highway collision blocked all lanes
A collision on I-405 is blocking all northbound lanes just north of SR 169 as of this reporting, WSDOT confirmed.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Head-on collision on Tiger Mountain causes multiple injuries, one person critical
A head-on collision on Issaquah Hobart Road Southeast on Tiger Mountain resulted in one person suffering from critical injuries.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
Closure at 145th Street near I-5 in Shoreline to continue into 2025 due to construction
The closure of N 145th Street between 1st Avenue NE and Interstate 5 in Shoreline has been extended to early 2025, the city announced.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Washington Department of Transportation ramps up traffic projects before Fall rain
This weekend's projects brings traffic changes to I-405, I-5, I-90, and Lake Washington Boulevard near Montlake.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Nabbing hit-and-run suspects one reader board alert at a time
It's been just over a year since the state launched hit-and-run alerts on freeway message boards. Is the program having much success?2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: WA roads accumulated 38 million pounds of litter, stop littering!
"That's 38 million pounds of litter that's accumulating along our roadways, public areas and none of that is homeless encampments," Smith said.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Rollover semi-truck crash on Tiger Mountain, SR 18 reopen after early-morning shutdown
All lanes in both directions of SR 18 are blocked after a semi-truck rolled over at approximately 4 a.m. Tuesday.2 years ago
Nate Connors
Transportation agencies race to finish projects, congesting weekend traffic
From Woodinville's wine country to another full closure on I-405, here is a list of construction that might affect weekend traffic.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
New ferry to set sail for Kitsap Transit
A brand new vessel is on the way for the Kitsap Fast Ferry service, thanks to a nice boost from the federal government.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Report: Seattle has second-worst congestion, third-worst traffic in nation
Seattle has the second-worst congestion and the third-worst traffic among 49 measured major metro areas, according to the report's findings.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Five-day closure for State Route 202, everyone’s favorite alternate route for I-405
Redmond-Woodinville Road, otherwise known as State Route 202 (SR 202), is a popular way to skip the traffic on I-405.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Diverging diamond interchange, two new lanes for I-90/SR 18 exchange in Snoqualmie
Drivers are getting their first taste of the new diverging diamond interchange at I-90 and SR 18 this week as new ramps open up.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
SR 520, I-405 closures add to traffic madness during weekend sporting events
The Seattle Seahawks and the Washington Huskies are home this weekend, so what a perfect time to shut down a stretch of I-405.2 years ago
