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Chris Sullivan
90-minute morning commutes return as Revive I-5 swings back into action
As expected, the drives out of Snohomish County were awful, some of the worst travel times we've seen since the project started again in January.2 months ago
Nate Connors
Low tide cancellations and restrictions on Washington State Ferries this week
If you plan on traveling on a Washington State Ferry this week, you'll need to plan around cancellations and/or delays on a few routes due to low tides.2 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Don’t get turned away at the Kingston Ferry, you need a ticket first
He did not know that there is now a ticket kiosk about a mile west of the toll booth in Kingston. You are required to get a ticket at that kiosk before getting into the ferry line down to the toll booth and terminal.2 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
2 lanes reopen on I-5 north after crash involving semi-truck
Two left lanes have reopened after all lanes were blocked on I-5 north due to a crash involving a semi-truck.2 months ago
John Curley Show
Curley: South Lake Union streetcar remains ‘a total waste of money’ despite ridership gains
The City of Seattle is celebrating the increase in ridership on the South Lake Union trolley, but KIRO host John Curley remains unimpressed by the data.2 months ago
Nate Connors
WSDOT finishes two major projects early, but more closures coming this week throughout western WA
WSDOT had a stellar weekend, completing two behemoth projects well ahead of schedule. Here are all the construction projects on tap this week throughout western Washington.2 months ago
Nate Connors
Revive I-5 returns: Northbound I-5 closes this weekend near Ship Canal Bridge
After pausing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Revive I-5 is back with a full shutdown on northbound I-5 starting Friday.2 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Sound Transit light rail’s 15-hour suspension caused by train hatch failure
Link light rail service returned to normal after it was suspended between the Northgate and Capitol Hill stations for approximately 15 hours Thursday.2 months ago
Julia Dallas
1 lane blocked on SR 167 in Auburn due to brush fire
One lane is blocked on SR 167 in Auburn due to a brush fire.2 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Sound Transit light rail suspended between Northgate and Capitol Hill stations
Light rail service has been suspended in Seattle between the Northgate, Stadium, and Judkins Park stations.2 months ago
Nate Connors
Storm-ravaged US 2 near Leavenworth getting permanent repairs this month, including 4-day closure
WSDOT can move forward with permanent repairs with the warm and dry summer weather on US 2.2 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Person hit and killed by Sounder Train
A person was hit and killed by the Sounder Train on the North Line Tuesday around 5:30 p.m.2 months ago
Jason Sutich
All lanes reopened on eastbound SR 18 after Issaquah crash, miles of delays remain
All lanes of eastbound SR 18 have reopened following a collision just west of I-90 near Issaquah.3 months ago
Nate Connors
World Cup ends and Revive I-5 begins in Seattle
It's been a treat for Seattle commuters for the past few weeks on I-5 through Seattle during the World Cup games.3 months ago
Jason Sutich
Loose truck tire flies off I-5, damages property in Seattle’s Eastlake neighborhood
Southbound I-5 in Seattle has reopened after a lane was closed due to a loose truck tire that flew off the highway and down into a neighborhood.3 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Drivers near Mukilteo’s Rosehill could see more speed camera tickets
The Mukilteo Police Department announced the speed threshold for the Rosehill automated traffic safety camera will gradually be lowered.3 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
US 101 reopens after large tree blocked highway
US 101 in Clallam County has reopened after a large tree blocked both directions.3 months ago
Julia Dallas
Heading out for the Fourth? Watch for these road closures in western WA
As Fourth of July travel is picking up, there are several road closures drivers should plan for before heading out to catch the fireworks.3 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Eastbound SR 512 reopens near Puyallup after crash
All lanes on eastbound SR 512 have reopened after a car took out some of the highway's cable barrier during a crash.3 months ago
Nate Connors
WSDOT’s summer construction season brings closures to I-405, I-5, SR 99, SR 522, and more
The busy construction season is in full swing across Washington, with warm, dry weather allowing WSDOT to make progress on summer projects.3 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Celebrate America’s 250th with higher gas taxes and work zone speeding fines
It's time to celebrate America's 250th birthday, and what better way than paying more in taxes and fees.3 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
2 lanes reopen after crash on southbound I-405
Two lanes have reopened after a crash blocked all southbound lanes on I-405 at SR 527.3 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Attention parents — it’s time to be responsible and shut down your kids’ illegal e-motorcycle riding
Enough is enough, parents. It's time to take away that e-motorcycle pretending to be a bicycle and hold your kids accountable for their bad behavior.3 months ago
