Shoreline Votes to Ditch Parking Mandates, Legalize Neighborhood Cafes and Stores
In approving a unanimous update to its Comprehensive Plan, the Shoreline City Council is set to go well beyond the minimum requirements of state law in pursuit of creating additional housing options and more vibrant neighborhoods.
Op-Ed: Transit in Rainier National Park Would Ensure Paradise for Everyone
A robust public transit network for Mount Rainier National Park could unlock trailheads and attractions to more visitors, while improving environmental sustainability. Rather than grousing about the park's timed-entry system, let's improve access for all.
After Density Debate, Kirkland Plans for Future 10-Minute Neighborhoods
Kirkland's 20-year growth plan represents a step back from more ambitious proposals considered earlier this year, but it lays down a marker for where the city is headed next.
Sunday Video: An Extremely Cynical Anti-Bike Lane Law Just Passed in Canada
The right-wing populist provincial government in Ontario, Canada has voted to remove bike lanes and make it difficult to install them in the future...
Link Light Rail Smashes Ridership Record in October
October is the first month that the Link light rail system has topped three million rides in Sound Transit history.
Spotts to Leave SDOT Just as New Transportation Levy Gets Rolling
Greg Spotts is the latest SDOT Director to leave the city after a short stint, departing after overseeing a strong finish on the $930 million Levy to Move Seattle.
Op-Ed: State Must Reform Sound Transit to Keep Expansion on Track
Sound Transit’s governance structure and limited organizational powers cause project delay, inflated costs, and lower quality service. The Washington State Legislature should audit and reform the agency to get it back on track.
WSDOT Secretary Millar Issues Departing Warning to Policymakers
Washington State could be set to pay a significant price for decades of underinvesting in basic maintenance of the state transportation system, outgoing WSDOT head Roger Millar said.