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Permanent speed limit reductions coming to SR 92 between Lake Stevens and Granite Falls
LAKE STEVENS – Travelers will soon see a series of permanent speed limit reductions along a 7-mile stretch of eastbound and westbound State Route 92, from Lake Stevens to Granite Falls.
Connection made: New Wheat Line bus route will boost regional mobility east of the Cascades
OLYMPIA – Travelers and commuters between Spokane and Tri-Cities will soon have another option for reaching their destinations thanks to a new regional, intercity bus route.
Pet policy, new vessel among topics for upcoming state ferries’ online community meetings
SEATTLE – FIFA and Fido will each be featured at the next round of Washington State Ferries’ community meetings.
Washington Zero-Emission Incentive Program launches April 29
OLYMPIA – The Washington Zero-Emission Incentive Program, or WAZIP, is launching on April 29 to help businesses and fleet operators transition to zero-emission commercial vehicles.
Overnight closures on SR 104 Hood Canal Bridge start May 11
SHINE – Travelers who use the State Route 104 Hood Canal Bridge should prepare for a series of overnight closures in May.
Buckley: SR 162 Spiketon Creek Bridge repairs require around-the-clock closure May 4-6
BUCKLEY – Travelers who use the State Route 162 Spiketon Creek Bridge between Buckley and South Prairie should plan for a three-day around-the-clock closure from 9 a.m. Monday, May 4, to 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 6.
Community invited to share input on US 101 improvements in Grays Harbor County
AMANDA PARK – The public is invited to provide input on roadway improvements on US 101 from Humptulips to Amanda Park.
Directional closures set for I-405, SR 18 April 24–27
SEATTLE – With closures on two busy corridors looming, Seattle-area travelers should prepare for increased weekend congestion. A closure on Interstate 405 will begin late Friday, April 24. A second closure to continue improvements on the State Route 18/I-90 interchange will begin on Thursday night. Closures will…
Permanent speed limit reductions now active on SR 11/Chuckanut Drive south of Bellingham
BELLINGHAM – Travelers have a new reason to slow down and enjoy the scenery along one of Washington’s most beautiful highways: A permanent speed-limit reduction is now in place along a nearly 9-mile stretch in both directions of State Route 11/Chuckanut Drive south of Bellingham.
Washington State Ferries outlines service plan for 2026 men’s soccer world championship
SEATTLE – Washington State Ferries is preparing for a surge in travel demand during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Seattle matches. The system plans to have more boats on standby, additional staffing and a stronger focus on maintaining service on its busiest routes.
1,557 work zone-related crashes
were recorded on state highways in 2025.
542 people were injured
in 2025 due to work zone-related crashes.
29% increase in fatality collisions
in work zones from 2024 to 2025.