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Chris Sullivan
Kent considers getting rid of crosswalks to make more crosswalks
Many of Kent's crosswalks run afoul of federal standards for the crossings, so the city is developing a new plan to update its crosswalks by removing their markings.10 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Plenty of events around Seattle to slow your weekend drives
The Seattle-area is getting a rare weekend off from construction projects, but there will be plenty of problems to get in your way without them.10 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Ferry riders won’t accept solutions at troubled West Seattle terminal
The Vashon Island ferry run is plagued with problems. The boats often run late, and they often leave with empty spaces. And when the state tries to make changes, riders get upset.10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
How to plan around the Fremont summer solstice festivities this weekend
The Fremont Solstice parade is this weekend, so expect plenty of delays around Fremont for a lot of bicycling nakedness.10 years ago
Chris Sullivan
What’s the deal with Lynnwood’s new traffic signals?
Lynnwood is getting a series of new traffic signals and drivers will have to learn a new driving practice to use them.10 years ago
Kipp Robertson
Critical work along I-5 complete, but lanes remain narrow
The expansion joint replacement along I-5 between Everett and Marysville is complete, but things aren't quite back to normal.10 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Sno-Co Squeeze finally coming to an end
Drivers seen some frustratingly slow commute times thanks to the Sno-Co Squeeze through I-5 for the last four months, but the project is finally coming to an end.10 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Paving pain coming to I-5 south of Seattle
Your summer travel plans are going to take a huge hit if you don't plan ahead for some serious construction on I-5 between Sea-Tac and Federal Way.10 years ago
Kipp Robertson
Expansion on SR 167 will add miles of toll lane
Work being done this weekend on State Route 167 in Auburn will add about 3.5 miles of toll lane to the eastside.10 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Over-taxed ferry terminal has advantages, major challenges
Passengers on the busiest ferry route for vehicle traffic just ran through another jammed-up Memorial Day weekend, but riders on the Mukilteo-Clinton run won't have to deal with the over-taxed terminal much longer.10 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Small Washington cities are paving a new way to road preservation
Smaller cities around the region are using new techniques to keep their roads smooth without going into the red.10 years ago
Kipp Robertson
Cracks could make Memorial Day travel worse for I-90 drivers
As if travel during a holiday weekend wasn't bad enough already, it could get worse for drivers heading east.10 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Sound Transit: Light rail projects could open years sooner under measure
Sound Transit says it can deliver light rail projects several years sooner under a revised Sound Transit Nov. 3 ballot measure unveiled Thursday afternoon.10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Expect heavy traffic region-wide during Memorial Day weekend
If you haven't already planned the route to your Memorial Day weekend destination, it may be important to observe the tips from the Washington State Department of Transportation.10 years ago
Kipp Robertson
‘Islands’ popping up along Roosevelt Way in Seattle
Drivers who frequent Seattle's Roosevelt Way had undoubtedly noticed the changes going on along the arterial roadway.10 years ago
Kipp Robertson
‘A problem’ on I-405 was one of many on the roads Wednesday morning
A problematic crash on northbound I-405 near Kirkland topped off a series of incidents on the roads Wednesday morning.10 years ago
Dyer Oxley
SDOT touts improved drive times after re-timing traffic signals downtown
Seattle has reprogrammed and reorganized its downtown traffic signals to improve drive times.10 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Stopping traffic for baby animals keeps humans safe, too
It's not uncommon for the state patrol to stop traffic to herd baby animals across a busy roadway. But with traffic so frustrating these days, should law enforcement really spend its time tending to the tiny creatures?10 years ago
Chris Sullivan
State, city work and Hollywood will wreck your weekend drive
Two major construction projects and a movie will likely cost you more than a few minutes this weekend.10 years ago
Chris Sullivan
State’s new toy causing Puget Sound drivers to rubberneck
Drivers may have noticed a large lawnmower with tank-like tread moving through the grass recently on the side of I-5 near the University District.10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Can King County bribe you out of your car?
King County is encouraging people to ditch their cars this spring and summer and try other forms of sustainable transportation in exchange for prizes.10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Driving over Lake Washington is about to get more expensive
The Washington State Transportation Commission voted Tuesday to either nix or increase bridge tolls across the state. Which tolls are going up, and who was spared?10 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Seattle’s old Yesler Bridge shuts down for an entire year
Yesler Way in Seattle between Sixth and Third Avenues is going to be closed 14-to-16 months during a steel replacement and seismic upgrade project.10 years ago
