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8/8/2024 2:17:56 PM

Discover the Unsung Heroes Keeping Ferries Afloat: Are They Reaching a Breaking Point?

The Unsung Heroes of Washington State Ferries They have the dirtiest jobs in the ferry system. They are rarely seen by the public. They are the key to the future of the ferry system, but there are no...

8/6/2024 3:46:42 PM

Exciting Innovations in Parking Coming to Tacoma! Discover New Solutions for Easy Parking in the City.

Exciting Changes Coming to Parking in Tacoma Significant changes to parking in Tacoma could be coming after the city council reviewed a traffic ordinance that attempts to update and amend the city's ...

8/7/2024 12:06:59 AM

WSF engineers sound the alarm: 'Inslee's decisions leading to service disaster!'

Washington State Ferry Engineers Blame Governor Jay Inslee for Canceled Sailings Washington State Ferry (WSF) engineers are pointing fingers at Washington State Governor Jay Inslee for the recent sur...

7/16/2024 1:26:57 PM

Traffic chaos ahead in Ballard: Closures causing major congestion for next two months

Breaking Now News: Massive Paving Project Causes Lane Closures in Ballard Getting through Ballard along 15th Avenue Northwest can be hard enough as it is, and that was before the closures. Now the ci...

3/4/2024 3:17:21 AM

I-5 south car crash that killed pedestrian close down roadway near Marysville

After an I-5 south lorry crash on Sunday, March 3, 2024, a traffic sign the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) electronic camera captured at milepost 199.8 told chauffeurs to "ex...

3/1/2024 2:06:50 AM

Expanded tolling on SR 520 to finish project may be coming

SR 520 bridge construction work continues. Expanded tolling on SR 520 might be coming. ( Photo: Chris Sullivan, KIRO Newsradio). BY CHRIS SULLIVAN. KIRO Newsradio traffic press reporter. ...

5/16/2023 11:55:58 AM

Is it time to raise the max toll rates to keep traffic down?

Should limit toll be raised to 15 dollars? Should SR 167 and I-405 share the very same tolling rates? (File Photo). ( File Photo). BY CHRIS SULLIVAN. KIRO Newsradio traffic press repor...

5/9/2023 11:13:57 AM

New flyover ramp to cross I-5 in Seattle this month

I-5 girder ramp installation off of State Route 18 in 2011 (Photo from Washington State Department of Transportation). ( Photo from Washington State Department of Transportation). BY CHRI...

8/8/2024 1:17:59 PM

Tragic Accident on SB I-5 in Everett Leaves One Lane Open - Pedestrian Involved

Breaking News: Fatal Car Crash Involving Pedestrian Shuts Down Multiple Lanes on I-5 in Everett A tragic car crash involving a pedestrian has led to the closure of all but one lane on southbound Inte...

8/6/2024 9:36:12 PM

"Traffic Alert: Delays on I-5 South as Semitruck Driver Loses Control - Get the Latest Updates Here!"

Breaking Now News: Major Traffic Incident on Interstate 5 in Washington State The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Tacoma has reported that all lanes on Interstate 5 (I-5) south ...

7/16/2024 1:02:03 PM

Traffic chaos on I-405 North: Multiple lanes closed near Bellevue after multi-car crash

Breaking News: Multi-Car Collision Causes Chaos on I-405 Multiple lanes on Interstate 405 (I-405) heading north near Coal Creek Parkway are closed due to a multi-car collision. The Washington State D...

6/12/2024 7:46:39 PM

All lanes have resumed on I-5 south in Everett after an unanticipated closure

All lanes on Interstate 5 south in Everett were closed on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. It triggered significant traffic backups. (Image courtesy of Washington State Department of Transportation). (...

3/2/2024 12:42:42 AM

I-5 near SeaTac closing this weekend as South 216th Street Bridge nears conclusion

South 216th Street Bridge (Photo thanks to WSDOT). ( Photo thanks to WSDOT). BY NATE CONNORS. KIRO Newsradio Traffic Reporter. The South 216th Street Bridge in SeaTac has actually n...

5/23/2023 11:51:34 AM

Take the study that tracks how we take a trip for the higher good

The Puget Sound Regional Council is asking locals to submit a survey about their commute (Photo by Karen Ducey/Getty Images). ( Photo by Karen Ducey/Getty Images). BY CHRIS SULLIVAN. K...

5/11/2023 11:54:44 AM

What's up with the I-405 bridge to no place in Bellevue?

There's a strange bridge over I-405. (Photo from King County). ( Photo from King County). BY CHRIS SULLIVAN. KIRO Newsradio traffic press reporter. The brand-new bridge over Interst...

5/4/2023 12:02:45 PM

West Seattle Bridge: 8 month examination

(KIRO 7). ( KIRO 7). BY CHRIS SULLIVAN. KIRO Newsradio traffic press reporter. When the high bridge opened after emergency repair work, West Seattle's forced exile ended 8 months ea...

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7/18/2025 3:21:30 PM

Renting a 2-bedroom in Ohio? You’ll need $22.51 hourly just to afford it, study reveals.

Ohio Renters Need $22.51 Per Hour to Afford a Two-Bedroom Apartment, Report RevealsA new report highlights the growing affordability crisis for renters in Ohio, revealing that individuals must earn at...

7/18/2025 3:20:52 PM

Elite Dominance: Myles Garrett Crowned NFL's Top Edge Rusher in Stunning AP Verdict

Myles Garrett Voted the NFL's Top Edge Rusher by the APCleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett has been named the NFL's premier edge rusher in the latest Associated Press (AP) rankings. The recog...

7/18/2025 3:20:17 PM

Guardians Aim to Break Home Skid vs. Surging Athletics in Must-See Matchup

Guardians Face Athletics Amid Home StrugglesThe Cleveland Guardians aim to break a concerning home losing streak as they prepare to host the Oakland Athletics this weekend. With recent performances ra...