Yearly Archives: 2025

Sound Transit Greenlights Bothell Stride Bus Base Construction Contract

The impending start of construction of the 12.5-acre bus base in Canyon Park marks a significant milestone for the Sound Transit Stride bus rapid transit network, expected to open in phases between 2028 and 2029.

Nathan Vass: The New Book Is Here!

Nathan Vass shares what inspired him to write his second book, Deciding To See, which just came out. A King County Metro bus operator and supervisor by day, the author has a release event at Elliott Bay Books on Friday night.

Sunday Video: How Can Cities Fix Big Box Stores?

Big box stores have become a common feature of American suburbs most everywhere. Many are still going, albeit it with lower foot traffic volumes,...

Join Us for The Urbanist’s Summer Garden Party, Bike Rides, Forum

We are hosting a flurry of events over the next month, including our May 31st bagel-themed bike ride, a June 4th Seattle candidate forum, and a Bellevue garden party on June 8th. Space is limited, so get tickets now.
Aurora Ave N from a pedestrian bridge near Fremont on a clear day, looking north

Aurora Avenue Bus Lanes to Turn 24/7 to Aid RapidRide E...

Peak-only bus lanes will be converted to all-day operation between Fremont and N 115th Street as soon as next week. The move was initially planned in response to major construction work on I-5, which has mostly been delayed to 2026 and 2027.

Wilson Leads Harrell in Seattle Mayor Poll

A new Northwest Progressive Institute poll of Seattle voters that found challenger Katie Wilson had a slight lead over incumbent Bruce Harrell in the mayoral race, with 36% of respondents voting for challenger Katie Wilson if the general election for mayor were being held today, while 33% preferring incumbent Bruce Harrell, and 30% unsure.
A five-story apartment building along Aurora Avenue with the sunset in the background.

Harrell Chops Off Dozens of City Blocks from Planned Growth Centers

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has shrunk the dimensions of eight neighborhood centers and six urban center expansions he proposed last year. The move chops dozens of blocks off the growth centers, limiting opportunities for apartments and affordable homebuilding and drawing criticism from housing advocates.

Sound Transit Starts I-90 Testing, Full 2-Line Opening Slips to 2026

The unpowered tow across the I-90 floating bridge Wednesday marks a big milestone for the beleaguered East Link project. A grand opening of the 2 Line in early 2026 is highly dependent on how the next few months of testing go.