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Bikeshare’s Limited Access to Seattle Parks Could Soon Be Changing

Seattle's popular bike and scootershare programs have been kept out of major Seattle parks. Could a change be on the horizon?
Dozens of vehicles stack up near the Colman Dock ferry terminal.

Bikeshare and Scootershare Booms in Seattle, with Lime Leading the Pack

Lime is riding high, as other micromobility operators retool or pull out of Seattle. Seattle’s dockless bikeshare and scootershare program continues to boom, collectively reaching...

Finalized Seattle Transportation Plan Heads to City Council

The Seattle Transportation Plan, shows a lofty vision for the next two decades of city investment in transportation. The hard part comes next with funding it and effectively implementing it — plus, aligning it with a delayed comprehensive plan for land use.
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How Copenhagen is Leading the World in Sustainability

Denmark’s capital city is committed to curbing pollution and making it easier and safer to get around by bike or foot. Copenhagen's success has made it a global climate leader with countless accolades for sustainability and livability.

State House Proposes Postponing Seattle’s 520 Lid and Trail Extension Indefinitely

State House leaders want to delay a freeway lid and multi-use trail in order to bring the overall SR 520 bridge replacement project under budget. Building those elements later would ultimately cost more and risk them being abandoned altogether.

Federal Grant In Hand, RapidRide J Line Heads Toward Construction

After three years of construction to upgrade a water main, rebuild Eastlake Avenue, and install new bus shelters and protected bike lanes, the J Line will open in 2027, replacing Route 70.

Kent Faces a Pedestrian and Bike Safety Emergency

2023 saw serious injuries and fatalities involving people who walk or bike skyrocket in Kent. The City has small improvements in the pipeline, but systemic changes may prove more elusive.

Seattle Voters On Board with Big Transportation Levy, New Polling Shows

The survey found 56% of Seattleites supported a $1.7 billion transportation levy, with safety and transit top concerns.