Chris Sullivan
WSF: Ferry passenger ridership might never reach 2019 levels
We know the state ferry system is in crisis, but how deep is the financial hole facing the agency?5 months ago
Tunnel off-ramp to tame one of worst chokepoints on Eastside
A new tunnel off-ramp opens Thursday, which is designed to tame one of the worst chokepoints on the Eastside.6 months ago
Could express lane tolls go up to $15? Decisions to come this week
The tolls on Interstate 405 and State Route 167 just aren't doing the job. Plans to raise them will likely be approved this week.6 months ago
New ferry boats in Washington at least four years away
Why? The bid to build the boats was double what the state expected and the contract was nixed.6 months ago
Sullivan: Goodbye and good luck to my 2nd favorite college football players
First, let me say that I absolutely hate the college football transfer portal. I hate what it's doing to my favorite sport6 months ago
Foster kids get help with navigating the troubling times of high school
Navigating high school can be close to impossible for teens in foster care. But Treehouse's educational advocates are trying to turn the tide.6 months ago
Sullivan: My apology to Plowie McPlow Plow
Lost in all the jokes about WSDOT giving its snow plows ridiculous names is that these tow plows really get the job done.6 months ago
3 years of construction to widen I-5 in Pierce County begins
The next phase of construction to widen I-5 in Pierce County is now underway, and drivers can expect three years of traffic congestion.6 months ago
Pack your chains for snow: State Patrol targeting big rigs on I-90
The State Patrol is on the prowl across I-90 and other mountain passes, making sure truck drivers are ready for the snow.6 months ago
The mystery of the closed Kirkland overpass and Thanksgiving travel tips
Mike in Edmonds asked me about what he calls "the phantom" overpass of I-405 at NE 100th Street in Kirkland, plus Thanksgiving travel tips!6 months ago
Final phase of SR 520 plan in jeopardy
We're down to the final few months of construction, as the Montlake lid should be finished early in the second quarter of next year and the reversible lane from State Route 520 to the Interstate 5 express lanes should be done by June.7 months ago
Why the new I-90 ramp meters didn’t turn on Tuesday morning
I have been warning drivers for years that the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) would be adding ramp meters to the I-90 connection to northbound I-5.7 months ago
WSDOT claims it’s ready for mountain snow
Last year, WSDOT was down more than 120 people. WSDOT's Tina Werner said this year the agency is only down 25 positions.7 months ago
I-405 to close over the weekend for overpass demolition
For those that didn't know, going in and picking out a broken girder or two in the middle of the bridge is pretty complicated, expensive and time-consuming.7 months ago
Massive change coming for drivers between I-90 and I-5 in Seattle
The need for last-second dangerous merging and lane changing is almost over between I-90 and northbound I-5 in Seattle.7 months ago
Light rail trains begin testing between Bellevue and Redmond
Trains are coming to the east link light rail tracks, so watch out for the rail crossings!7 months ago
WSDOT: Washington roads are on a ‘glide path to failure’
While the new $13 billion budget does put $700 million a year into maintenance, Millar said that's about $300 million less than his agency needs.7 months ago
Looking at 2 huge changes: Max tolls and ramp meters
There will be a vote on whether to start the public outreach process, which includes research on the impacts of raising the prices.8 months ago
Construction season comes to an end as I-90 work wraps east of Snoqualmie Pass
The construction is coming to an end as work on Interstate 90 wraps up. It's been a successful year, but most of the work can't be seen by drivers.8 months ago
W. Seattle Low Bridge to close for a week due to mechanical repairs
West Seattle is about to lose one of its two bridges to downtown. The Lower Spokane Street Bridge will close for about week, starting this weekend.8 months ago
Sea-Tac getting creative in finding room to grow for $4.5B expansion
The Seattle International Airport is bursting at the seams. Any recent visit will tell you that. What is the plan to handle the growth, which is expected to continue?8 months ago
Sullivan: Hey Sea-Tac Airport, where’s my plane?
Two million passengers had to take buses to or from their planes at S-E-A in 2019, maybe 2-4% of total passengers.8 months ago
Fife’s orange striping test is coming to end, did it work?
Drivers should be used to the orange stripes on Interstate 5 near 70th Street in Fife, but they will be going away soon.8 months ago
