South Lake Union Streetcar service to be suspended for sidewalk Repairs, transit stop improvements

The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is embarking on a significant infrastructure improvement project at Westlake Ave N & 9th Ave N, impacting the South Lake Union Streetcar Service.

UW study finds meth, fentanyl in air and on surfaces of public transit

The University of Washington ran a study to see if drug smoke from fentanyl and methamphetamine is affecting transit operators and passengers.

Alaska cruising sets summer record
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The summer has been pretty smooth sailing for the cruise ship industry, This is the first full summer since the pandemic with no travel restrictions.

Major ferry changes start Thursday
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Starting Thursday morning, the Bainbridge-Seattle ferry route will be closed off to vehicles, bikes and electric scooters.

Seattle-Bainbridge ferry route reopens ahead of schedule

The Seattle-Bainbridge ferry route is open ahead of schedule, after a nearly week-long closure to vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and electric scooters.

Traveling during Labor Day weekend
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Labor Day weekend is here and officials are warning travelers to plan ahead and expect delays.

Driverless car company to conduct data collection testing in Seattle

A company innovating the way people travel will be testing out its self-driving vehicles in six Seattle neighborhoods from August 28 to September 1.

Busy Labor Day weekend travel expected at Sea-Tac

The TSA expects a bustling Labor Day weekend at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), with over 365,000 travelers passing through security from September 1 to September 6. To handle the surge, the TSA advises travelers to plan ahead and brace for crowds.

Best and worst times to travel on Labor Day
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We're nearing the worst time to travel by car this week, as people hit the road for Labor Day Weekend, according to new data.

State Department: New passport delays
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If your passport is set to expire, it's time to act fast. The State Department warns it's taking up to 13 weeks to get new passports out. The issue is leaving some travelers sidelined as they wait for their passports to arrive.

American Airlines slapped with record-breaking $4.1M penalty for stranding passengers on delayed flights

The federal government is fining American Airlines $4.1 million for dozens of instances in which passengers were kept on board planes without a chance to exit during long ground delays.

Eastside Link Light Rail to open in 2024
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People on the east side will be able to use the Light Rail as early as next spring. The Sound Transit Board approved a proposal to launch the East Link Light Rail Start Line, which will have eight stops and connects Redmond to South Bellevue.

America facing aircraft mechanic shortage
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You need a pilot to fly a plane and a mechanic to make sure it's safe. Right now, America is facing a shortage of both.

WSF seeks feedback on Puget Sound ferry network

Washington State Ferries is looking for feedback on who travels across Puget Sound. Those who fill out the ‘passenger demographic survey’ will have a chance to win a $100 gift card.

I-405 between Renton, Bellevue
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I-405 between Renton and Bellevue remains closed this weekend for construction.

I-405 closes for weekend work
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Drivers should expect delays this weekend as parts of I-405 will be closed for construction.

WSDOT: Expect 90-minute delays on US 101 between Clallam, Jefferson Counties for fish passage work

Traffic officials are warning drivers who use US-101 between Clallam and Jefferson Counties to plan for an extra hour and a half of driving time for multiple construction projects through Friday. 

SDOT to install 3 traffic cameras to prevent blocking intersections, driving in bus lanes

The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) and the Seattle Police Department (SPD) will be installing traffic cameras in three new locations in the city to prevent people from illegally driving in bus lanes, blocking crosswalks and intersections.

Royal Brougham Way to close for Light Rail repairs
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A Sound Transit repair project is underway on Royal Brougham Way - impacting drivers in the area. The closure will last more than a week, as crews take care of sinking tracks that are at risk of flooding.

Sinking light rail track: Repair work, service disruptions begin this weekend

Riders planning to take link light rail this weekend and for the next few weeks, should prepare for delays as crews start maintenance work on parts of its tracks.