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Chris Sullivan
Washington ferry system blames Trump tariffs for rising Colman Dock costs
Washington is two years into a massive renovation of Seattle's Colman Dock and the price-tag continues to rise by the millions, thanks in part to the Trump Administration's tariff's on foreign steel.8 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Bill to punish HOV violators still alive in the Legislature
Plans to punish HOV lane violators is still alive in the Legislature, and the potential penalties will get your attention.8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Troopers conducting extra patrols in area known for semi-truck crashes
After several major crashes involving semi-trucks, the Washington State Patrol is conducting emphasis patrols in and around the Interstate 5 and SR 16 interchange in Tacoma.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle’s SR 99 tunnel route finally fully open, faces full traffic
With a new exit open, and no snow or Viadoom, the SR 99 tunnel is finally taking on a regular, full commute. Many are watching to see if backups continue.8 years ago
Chris Sullivan
New fix looks to eliminate daily backups on Renton interchange
The 405/167 interchange in Renton is one of the most congested areas in the state. The backups are miles long nearly every day. But a fix from the state is finally starting to take shape.8 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Is state trying to change toll benchmarks because they can’t meet them?
Through the first three years, the I-405 express toll lanes have generated nearly $75 million, $50 million more than the operations costs. But the lanes have never met the average speed benchmark over the entire corridor.8 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Washington’s road usage tax ends its testing phase
Washington has been testing a road usage tax with volunteer drivers. The testing phase has ended for the pay-per-mile proposal. Now it's time to look at the data.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Snow delays demolition of Seattle’s viaduct
Among other things, the snow has also delayed the demolition of Seattle's waterfront viaduct. Crews were scheduled to begin tearing down the Alaskan Way Viaduct on Tuesday.8 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Lake Stevens Highway 9 project changes again
Plans for lowering Highway 9 under a newly-constructed interchange in Lake Stevens have changed. Lowering is out and roundabouts are in.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle’s new SR99 tunnel finally faces full traffic with 4 mile backup
Seattle's new SR99 tunnel finally experienced a full traffic load Wednesday. The result was a two-mile backup inside the tunnel and beyond.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
New SR99 tunnel under Seattle ‘running smoothly’ on first day
Widespread snow overshadowed Seattle's new tunnel Monday morning, but as promised, it did open for the commute.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Last Viadoom commute marred by rain, heavy traffic
It's finally here! Friday is the last day of Viadoom. Can Seattle-area commuters keep up the -- mostly -- good record of smooth commutes?8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Final Viadoom commute is almost upon us
Viadoom is nearly over, and the region has largely been spared significant traffic snarls. But the Thursday morning commute around Seattle got off to a slow start.8 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Bills introduced for helmet-less motorcycling, lane splitting
Helmets and lane-splitting. Once again, there are attempts in the legislature to give motorcycle riders more freedom on the roads.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Viadoom updates: Malfunction on Spokane St. bridge snarls evening commute
There are a handful more days of Viadoom in Seattle. Can drivers hold out just a little longer and keep the smooth traffic flowing?8 years ago
Chris Sullivan
The new SR 99 tunnel is opening: So, now what?
The new SR 99 tunnel is likely opening in just a few days in Seattle, and drivers need to be ready for using this new route and develop some new habits.8 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Workers race against the clock to finish new SR 99 tunnel
On Jan. 12, Viadoom officially began, and with it, work to realign SR 99 to connect to the recently-constructed tunnel under downtown Seattle. But can crews finish before the Feb. 4 deadline?8 years ago
Tracy Taylor
A full timeline of the SR 99 tunnel work since Viadoom began
Crews are steadily working to construct new on- and off-ramps for the SR 99 tunnel under Seattle that has yet to open. Here is a timeline of that work, via updates from WSDOT.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle commutes continue to be relatively smooth despite viaduct absence
It's the second day of the third (and final) week of Viadoom in Seattle. MyNorthwest continues its coverage of the tight traffic without the Alaskan Way Viaduct.8 years ago
Chris Sullivan
New bill requiring education on zipper merge headed to Olympia
A bill that would mandate zipper merge education and testing for all new drivers is headed to the Washington State Legislature.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
All lanes reopen on NB I-5 in Seattle after a charter bus fire
Three lanes have reopened on I-5 near South Spokane Street in Seattle after a charter bus fire.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
What to expect for the final week of Viadoom
We're closing in on the final week of Viadoom, and it's time to make your final preparations.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Viadoom’s final Week 2 commute snarled by early bus fire
Today marks the final day of Viadoom's second week, with dry weather bringing easier commutes following the worst day of traffic yet on Tuesday. How will Friday go, though? Let's find out.8 years ago
