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Chris Sullivan
Four-month closure just weeks away for Snohomish River Bridge in Everett
Ninety-seven winters have taken their toll on the Snohomish River Bridge in Everett. It's time to shut it down for some much-needed repairs.5 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: Rest area blues and its dire situation on the I-5 corridor
87% of the buildings at the state's rest areas were rated in critical condition, and it's expected to cost between $375-525 million to renovate them.7 days ago
Chris Sullivan
It’s not science fiction: A drone that removes graffiti has arrived
WSDOT says the idea is a drone used this way "makes quick work of painting over graffiti on tall retaining walls, bridges and overpasses."7 days ago
Nate Connors
Sound Transit’s East Link 2-Line is online
The grand opening of Sound Transit's East Link 2-Line is finally here, set for Saturday, April 26 after 18 years of anticipation.11 days ago
Frank Sumrall
Multiple I-5 accidents near Federal Way, Kent clog up highway
All lanes heading north on I-5 in Federal Way were blocked off after a semi-truck suffered a rollover collision. The lanes have since reopened.12 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: Bellevue to have cops on Eastside light rail trains
You can expect to see uniformed Bellevue cops riding the light rail trains on the Eastside when service between Bellevue and Redmond begins on Saturday.12 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: A guide to Restricted Parking Zones for any confused drivers
Deciphering the language on some parking signs can be difficult, and I am here to answer any questions regarding Restricted Parking Zones.14 days ago
Micki Gamez
AAA: Washington is one of the worst states for distracted driving
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and to to shine a light on the subject, AAA Washington has teamed up with Safe Drive Club.14 days ago
Steve Coogan
I-90 reopens after a closure due to an emergency tree removal
I-90 reopened after needing to close Friday afternoon due to an emergency tree removal, the Washington State of Transportation said Friday.18 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: I-405 expansion to widen freeway in Bothell is underway
We've all seen I-405 expanding between Bellevue and Redmond, but construction to widen the freeway north of Bothell is now underway as well.21 days ago
Nate Connors
I-5 repair work to slow spring breakers, baseball fans this weekend
Beginning Friday night, three lanes of I-5 north between Albro Place and the West Seattle Bridge through Monday morning at 5 a.m.24 days ago
Nate Connors
Has your insurance gone up? Rates can take a hike for distracted drivers
April is Distracted Drivers Awareness Month. The President of NW Insurance Council says it has been working on prevention for years.26 days ago
Chris Sullivan
It’s not the whole enchilada, but light rail to roll on Eastside this month
Light rail service on the Eastside begins later this month. The eight stations are ready to roll. Test trains are running on the tracks.26 days ago
Steve Coogan
Military vehicle accident on I-5 north in Federal Way cleared after snarling traffic
A rollover vehicle accident Wednesday caused significant backups and delays for multiple hours before being cleared.27 days ago
Micki Gamez
RapidRide G Line: A new bus route connecting riders to mass transit
King County Metro's (KCM) Al Sanders said the RapidRide G Line will kick off shortly after the Lynwood extension is done in early September.27 days ago
Nate Connors
All Seattle I-5 north lanes to close Tuesday night
The Washington State Department of Transportation is closing all lanes on I-5 north Tuesday evening in downtown Seattle.27 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Nine-day closure coming to Lower Spokane Street Bridge
West Seattle, you're on notice. The Lower Spokane Street Bridge is about to close for nine days for much-needed upgrades.28 days ago
Micki Gamez
Snohomish County transit announces major changes as Lynnwood light rail set to launch
When the Lynnwood light rail starts in August, the public transit authority of Snohomish County plans to stop running buses into Seattle.1 month ago
Frank Sumrall
I-5 heading north reopened after fatal crash with pedestrian
All lanes heading north on Interstate 5 (I-5) in Arlington are now open after a fatal crash involving a car and a pedestrian.1 month ago
Julia Dallas
Get excited, travelers: Light rail expansion to Lynnwood opens in August
The light rail between Northgate and Lynnwood will begin on August 30. The extension is expected to carry up to 55,000 riders a day by 2026.1 month ago
Chris Sullivan
Washington begging drivers to slow down in work zones to avoid crashes
There were 1,228 crashes in work zones or their related backups in Washington last year. Twenty-eight of them resulted in serious injuries.1 month ago
Nate Connors
Evening work to snarl traffic on I-5, I-405 this week
Drivers beware. An abundance of evening work will snarl traffic on I-5 and I-405 this week. KIRO Newsradio's Nate Connors has the latest.1 month ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: A course in roundabouts; They are not that hard
I'm not sure why so many have issues with roundabouts. They really aren't that difficult.1 month ago
