Gov. Inslee endorses bill to lower blood alcohol level in Washington
The number of deadly traffic crashes in Washington soared to a level not seen since 1990, and local leaders are hoping a new bill to lower the BAC limit will remedy the problem.
The number of deadly traffic crashes in Washington soared to a level not seen since 1990, and local leaders are hoping a new bill to lower the BAC limit will remedy the problem.
WSDOT plans major construction this weekend impacting I-5, SR 520 and I-90
The best option for people this weekend might be to stay home, as the Washington State Department of Transportation is closing several major highways this weekend. Traffic will be impacted on I-5 in King and Snohomish counties, along with the I-90 and SR 520 bridges.
The best option for people this weekend might be to stay home, as the Washington State Department of Transportation is closing several major highways this weekend. Traffic will be impacted on I-5 in King and Snohomish counties, along with the I-90 and SR 520 bridges.
Report: 2022 saw most traffic deaths in Washington since 1990
A report from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission found 2022 saw the most traffic deaths in the state since 1990, and more than half of them involved impaired driving.
A report from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission found 2022 saw the most traffic deaths in the state since 1990, and more than half of them involved impaired driving.
WSDOT: Snoqualmie reopened following spinouts Wednesday night
I-90 reopened at Snoqualmie Pass after several spinouts closed eastbound lanes late Wednesday night..
I-90 reopened at Snoqualmie Pass after several spinouts closed eastbound lanes late Wednesday night..
Washington ranks 2nd-worst state in U.S. to drive in, study finds
Traffic congestion, potholes, steep gas prices, left-hand exit ramps on freeways, and long red lights—there’s so much to love about driving in Washington. According to a study by WalletHub, all those headaches make it the second-worst state in the U.S. to drive in.
Traffic congestion, potholes, steep gas prices, left-hand exit ramps on freeways, and long red lights—there’s so much to love about driving in Washington. According to a study by WalletHub, all those headaches make it the second-worst state in the U.S. to drive in.
Another partial closure of SR 520 from Seattle to Bellevue this weekend
The eastbound lanes of the SR 520 floating bridge between Seattle and Bellevue will be closed this weekend.
The eastbound lanes of the SR 520 floating bridge between Seattle and Bellevue will be closed this weekend.
Weekend traffic: 520 Bridge will be fully closed starting Friday night
The Washington State Department of Transportation said crews will be placing girders for the Montlake lid and pour concrete for the new eastbound bridge. Construction is scheduled from 11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 6, until 5 a.m. Monday, Jan. 9.
The Washington State Department of Transportation said crews will be placing girders for the Montlake lid and pour concrete for the new eastbound bridge. Construction is scheduled from 11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 6, until 5 a.m. Monday, Jan. 9.
Troopers increasing DUI patrols for New Year's, some public transit offering free rides
With the New Year approaching and with more places open for celebrations after COVID, troopers will be conducting extra emphasis patrols to crack down on drunk driving.
With the New Year approaching and with more places open for celebrations after COVID, troopers will be conducting extra emphasis patrols to crack down on drunk driving.
Pedestrian killed in crash on I-90 through Snoqualmie Pass
The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is looking for anyone who witnessed a deadly crash involving a pedestrian on I-90 through Snoqualmie Pass last week.
The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is looking for anyone who witnessed a deadly crash involving a pedestrian on I-90 through Snoqualmie Pass last week.
Snoqualmie Pass to close westbound lanes near summit for plow crews
Westbound lanes of Snoqualmie Pass will close overnight Wednesday, while crews clear snow from the road.
Westbound lanes of Snoqualmie Pass will close overnight Wednesday, while crews clear snow from the road.
Crews remove icicles from I-5 tunnels in Seattle, lanes reopened
Northbound I-5 reopened by the Seattle Convention Center after crews removed icicles from the freeway tunnel.
Northbound I-5 reopened by the Seattle Convention Center after crews removed icicles from the freeway tunnel.
Snoqualmie Pass wakes up to snow, with more expected overnight
Compact snow and ice proved to be a challenge to everyone crossing Snoqualmie Pass Sunday morning.
Compact snow and ice proved to be a challenge to everyone crossing Snoqualmie Pass Sunday morning.
Westbound US-2 reopens in Monroe following semi-truck rollover crash
All lanes of US 2 have reopened in Monroe following a semi-truck rollover crash.
All lanes of US 2 have reopened in Monroe following a semi-truck rollover crash.
Crash on I-405 causes 6-mile backup in Newcastle, 2 people seriously injured
Two people are recovering in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a crash that happened on I-405 Monday morning. The Washington State Patrol (WSP) says the driver was arrested under suspicion of driving while impaired.
Two people are recovering in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a crash that happened on I-405 Monday morning. The Washington State Patrol (WSP) says the driver was arrested under suspicion of driving while impaired.
Crash involving log truck, multiple vehicles shut down US 101 west of Olympia
A crash involving a log truck that spilled its load and multiple other vehicles forced the closure of US 101 west of Olympia early Friday.
A crash involving a log truck that spilled its load and multiple other vehicles forced the closure of US 101 west of Olympia early Friday.
WSDOT: I-90 reopens over Snoqualmie Pass after being closed for spinouts, collisions
Interstate 90 East reopened before noon Thursday, but I-90 West remained closed near Ellensburg after multiple crashes and spinouts.
Interstate 90 East reopened before noon Thursday, but I-90 West remained closed near Ellensburg after multiple crashes and spinouts.
I-90 West closed near Cle Elum after multiple semi spinouts and collisions
Westbound I-90 closed Thursday morning after multiple semi crashes and spinouts on the freeway.
Westbound I-90 closed Thursday morning after multiple semi crashes and spinouts on the freeway.
Semi driver cited for excessive speed after 36-car pileup on I-90 in Washington state
A semi truck driver involved in a 36-car crash on I-90 was cited for excessive speed, according to Washington State Troopers.
A semi truck driver involved in a 36-car crash on I-90 was cited for excessive speed, according to Washington State Troopers.
Eastbound I-90 re-opens near Kittitas exit after 30-vehicle pileup
Nearly 10 hours after the closure, WSDOT announced that eastbound I-90 re-opened at Kittitas. Travelers should be cautious of dense fog in that area.
Nearly 10 hours after the closure, WSDOT announced that eastbound I-90 re-opened at Kittitas. Travelers should be cautious of dense fog in that area.
18 cars, 12 semis involved in crash on I-90 in Washington state
Eastbound I-90 will be closed through at least Wednesday afternoon after a crash involving 30 vehicles near Ellensburg, Washington.
Eastbound I-90 will be closed through at least Wednesday afternoon after a crash involving 30 vehicles near Ellensburg, Washington.