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Frank Sumrall
WSP: Driver caught using impressive dummy to evade fines while using HOV lanes
A Washington State Patrol (WSP) trooper ticketed a man for driving in the High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes with a fake "dummy" passenger.12 hours ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: Pierce County’s Spanaway Loop shortcut to close for four months
Spanaway Loop Road avoids all the congestion on Pacific Avenue, but it's about to go away for four months due to a major sewer line improvement.13 hours ago
Chris Sullivan
WSF Chief on feasibility of new diesel ferries: ‘There isn’t a ferry dealership down the road’
Getting new ferries is essential, so what about the idea of building or buying some diesel boats quickly while we wait for the electric-hybrids?3 days ago
Micki Gamez
‘This is an ongoing effort:’ King County officers report 36 DUIs in one weekend
Last weekend King County officers conducted a mobile impaired driving unit to get drivers under the influence off the roads.6 days ago
Steve Coogan
1 killed in multi-vehicle crash on I-5 south in Fife; morning traffic affected
The Washington State Patrol is on the scene of a deadly multi-vehicle crash that occurred on I-5 south in Pierce County early Friday.7 days ago
Micki Gamez
Upcoming construction: SDOT to prepare bridges for next big earthquake
There are 16 Seattle roadway and pedestrian bridges that need upgrading in the event the next big earthquake hits.7 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: Drivers slow to understand zipper merge, would better signs help?
With the lack of general merging etiquette in the Pacific Northwest, why are so many drivers slow to pick up and use the zipper merge?8 days ago
Steve Coogan
Shooting caused all lanes on I-5 south in Everett to close Wednesday
The Washington State Patrol is investigating a shooting that occurred late Wednesday morning I-5 south that closed all lanes for drivers.8 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: The do’s and don’ts of beach driving in Washington
Driving on the beach is one of those great experiences that we have here in Washington, but it appears that many people don't know the rules.10 days ago
Matt Markovich
Designs unveiled for new I-5 bridge between Washington, Oregon
The first conceptual design drawings for a replacement I-5 bridge between Washington and Oregon were made public Monday.10 days ago
Micki Gamez
Welcome to construction season: Revive I-5 in Seattle is back
Drivers moving between Seattle and Tukwila will have a hard time getting through work this weekend thanks to the Revive I-5 project.13 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: State Route 529 heading north to close for four months
Commuting between Everett and Marysville will be more complicated as four months of construction is about to shut down half of State Route 529.15 days ago
Micki Gamez
Vashon Islanders can’t wait another 4 years for new ferry
Small businesses on Vashon Island are struggling to make ends meet because of the frequent delays and outages with the ferry system.16 days ago
Julia Dallas
Ambulance, motorhome crash shuts down I-5 south
A bad crash involving a motorhome and an ambulance shut down all lanes of I-5 south Sunday morning. Roads reopened around 9:30 a.m.18 days ago
Steve Coogan
Renton drivers rejoice: Lind Avenue overpass over I-405 reopens after 2 years
Renton-area drivers received welcome news during their commutes Thursday morning: The Lind Avenue overpass over Interstate 405 reopened.19 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: May through September is the most deadly period for motorcyclists
A lot more motorcyclists are out now that the weather has improved, but we are now in the most dangerous months of the year for them.22 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: Tussling with the future of the US Route 2 trestle
The US Route 2 trestle from Lake Stevens to Everett needs some TLC, and the state is looking for your input on its future.24 days ago
Julia Dallas
Why were Washington ferries out of service this weekend?
It's been a tough Memorial Day weekend for those using Washington ferries as many travelers have been faced with cancellations.25 days ago
Steve Coogan
The holiday weekend is here, but traffic still could slow drivers down
AAA notes that traveling by car is appealing for many during a holiday weekend because of the flexibility it provides. But it brings traffic.27 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Sound Transit CEO on recent violent attacks: It’s ‘my job to restore confidence’ in public transit
Just how concerned are you about your safety while riding the light rail? Three violent attacks this year have many people concerned about crime on the trains.29 days ago
Chris Sullivan
Sullivan: Oversized scissors, shovels used to celebrate I-405 project progress
The Washington State Department of Transportation used big scissors and more to celebrate the Interstate 405 project north of Bellevue.1 month ago
Julia Dallas
Why was Sea-Tac Airport so busy Sunday? Will it get worse?
Warmer weather means a busy summer travel season is ahead. Visitors may find longer than usual lines at Sea-Tac Airport and delays.1 month ago
Steve Coogan
I-5 north in Everett reopens after officer-involved shooting left suspect dead
Interstate 5 north in Everett at US 2 reopened late Thursday after an officer-involved shooting left one suspect dead.1 month ago
