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Senator Hobbs Showcases Big Transportation Proposal and It’s Still Highway Focused

Last Wednesday, Washington's Senate Transportation Committee held a public hearing on the next statewide transportation funding package, dubbed "Forward Washington." The public hearing did...

Sunday Video: The Art of the Autoluw

https://youtu.be/GlXNVnftaNs Not Just Bikes explores the Dutch concept of low car streets (autoluw). They’re another tool to prioritize people and make them feel welcome on...

One Month to Seattle Squeeze, MASS Asks City to Do More to Prepare

In one month, the Alaskan Way Viaduct closes to vehicles as the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) begins a three week process of...

Seizing the Bellevue Grand Connection Opportunity

Bellevue Grand Connection is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. How do we get the most out of it? Downtown Bellevue is amidst its biggest growth spurt over...

Lessons from the Streets of Delhi

Thirty years ago, Carol and I flew to Delhi, landing by the first light of a November morning. As we waited for the bus into...
A green bus marked Route 305 Sedro Woolley with its ramp out to let a woman with a cane exit.

Week Without Driving Goes Nationwide This October – Join Us!

Take the challenge and go carless from October 2 to 8. For the last two years, Disability Rights Washington has invited elected leaders and policymakers...

Washington Developing Bike/Ped Plan, Early Analysis Shows High Stress on State Highways

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has been working on a statewide active transportation plan this year that could reshape the state's highway...

How WSDOT Treats Pedestrians Like Second Class Citizens: SR-167 Edition

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is barrelling ahead with its planned highway expansion of SR-167 and SR-509 where I-5 meets Fife. The project...