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Letter: The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program’s $141 million bribe can be better spent on sandwich steel-concrete tubes
Bob Ortblad argues that an immersed tunnel using sandwich steel-concrete tubes would be a more cost-effective alternative to the current Interstate Bridge Replacement Program design.
A sub-district vote could be a way to go to pay O&M costs associated with light rail
Clark County Council members heard details on how a voter-approved C-TRAN sub-district could be created to fund long-term operations and maintenance costs for light rail tied to a new Interstate Br…
Letter: British Columbia’s new immersed tunnel can solve Interstate Bridge Replacement Program’s $17.7 billion problem
Bob Ortblad argues that an immersed tunnel similar to a project underway in British Columbia could significantly reduce costs and impacts associated with the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program.
C-TRAN offering free service on Transit Equity Day, Feb. 4
C-TRAN will offer free service across its entire system on February 4 in observance of Transit Equity Day, honoring the legacy of Rosa Parks.
Opinion: The many reminders not to speed
Doug Dahl examines the many technological and policy-based reminders aimed at reducing speeding and explains why most drivers still choose not to use them voluntarily.
Rep. John Ley’s new bill calls for an independent audit of Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement Project
Rep. John Ley introduced legislation requiring an independent audit of the Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement Project to review costs, management, and oversight.
Opinion: IBR’s evasive, misleading and dishonest excuses for higher cost
Joe Cortright argues the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program has withheld detailed cost estimates while offering contradictory explanations for rising costs tied to the I-5 Bridge project.
Rep. David Stuebe sponsors bill to strengthen enforcement of auto insurance laws and protect Washington drivers
Rep. David Stuebe has introduced HB 2308, a bill aimed at strengthening enforcement of Washington’s auto insurance laws and increasing accountability for repeat uninsured drivers.
Letter: Interstate Bridge Replacement’s Park & Ride insanity
Bob Ortblad criticizes the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program’s proposed Park & Ride garages, arguing the costs are excessive and unlikely to receive federal funding.
Letter: Interstate Bridge Replacement $13.6 billion estimate is too low!
Bob Ortblad argues the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program’s $13. 6 billion cost estimate understates the true expense, citing comparable projects, construction challenges, and engineering assump…
Opinion: ‘The drama and the waste of taxpayer money continues’
Rep. John Ley outlines his objections to the approved fixed-span I-5 Bridge design, citing cost concerns, engineering standards, funding uncertainty, and opposition to light rail and tolls.
Coast Guard approves fixed-span design for new Interstate Bridge
The U. S. Coast Guard has approved a fixed-span design for the new Interstate Bridge, clearing a major hurdle for the Interstate Bridge Replacement project.
Opinion: When fast feels slow
Doug Dahl explains why drivers often misjudge their speed, especially when using cruise control or transitioning from freeway to city streets.
Opinion: WSDOT secretary and I ‘obviously have very different definitions for the term cost-effective’
Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance sharply criticizes WSDOT Secretary Julie Meredith’s defense of the Interstate Bridge Replacement project, arguing the escalating cost estimates undermine claims…
C-TRAN votes for Board Composition Review Committee to reconvene
The C-TRAN Board of Directors voted to send the issue of board representation back to the Board Composition Review Committee as disputes continue over compliance with state law and potential grant…
Clark County hosting open house for transportation ADA transition plan on Jan. 22
Clark County is updating its transportation ADA transition plan and will host a public open house on Jan. 22 to share details and gather community input.
C-TRAN Board makes thought-provoking choice for vice chair, voting Wil Fuentes
The C-TRAN Board of Directors voted Wil Fuentes as vice chair for 2026, a move questioned by former board member Michelle Belkot amid ongoing litigation over her removal.
Opinion: Crossing the mighty Columbia River is getting mighty expensive
An opinion column argues lawmakers must reassess the I-5 Columbia River Bridge replacement after revised estimates show the project’s probable cost has more than doubled.