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Paying 16 times more for tolls than gas taxes
Drivers may pay up to 16 times more for I-5 tolls than gas taxes, sparking concerns over rising transportation costs in Washington state.
Part-time shoulder lane now activated for State Route 14 travelers
State Route 14’s new part-time shoulder lane, designed for smoother traffic flow, opens in Vancouver.
Public invited to open house to learn about future improvements on SR 500 in Vancouver, Oct. 29
WSDOT invites public input on future safety improvements for SR 500, including pedestrian and bicycle lanes, on Oct. 29 in Vancouver.
Snow and ice preparations underway
Washington state prepares for winter as WSDOT readies snowplows and travelers brace for snow and ice with studded tires allowed Nov. 1 to March 31.
The faux ‘green’ Interstate Bridge replacement proposal
The Interstate Bridge Replacement proposal claims to reduce CO2 emissions, but the projected benefits fall far short compared to the environmental and financial costs.
Vancouver’s Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program awards funding to several area communities
Past Traffic Calming Program improvement on Northeast 72nd Avenue in Vancouver’s Green Meadows Neighborhood. Photo courtesy city of Vancouver
POLL: Do you believe TriMet’s demands for the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project, including the addition of light rail, are justified?
Poll: Do you support TriMet’s demand for light rail in the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project?
The Great ShakeOut earthquake drill scheduled for Thursday
The Great ShakeOut earthquake drill is set for Thursday, raising awareness of the Cascadia Subduction Zone’s seismic risk.
Plan ahead for an overnight full closure of SR 500 in Vancouver, Oct. 17
Plan ahead for an overnight full closure of SR 500 on Oct. 17, as crews work to set girders for the pedestrian overcrossing.
Bridge management defends TriMet’s excessive demands for project
TriMet ridership remains far below pre-pandemic levels, showing a slow recovery after lockdowns decimated usage.
Traffic congestion to increase by over three hours after $7.5 billion Interstate Bridge replacement project
Traffic congestion on I-5 and I-205 is expected to increase by 70%, despite a $7. 5 billion replacement project.
Traffic frustrations rise at new design at 34th Street and 164th Ave
Drivers frustrated with new design at SE 34th St. and 164th Ave, causing traffic backups and confusion over lane changes.
Lack of EV chargers dogging Washington agency’s electrification efforts
Washington agencies face challenges with EV adoption due to a lack of charging infrastructure.
Gas tax revenue coming up short in new transportation revenue forecast
Washington state’s latest transportation revenue forecast reveals a shortfall in gas tax revenue, challenging lawmakers.
Interstate 5 Bridge tolls could be $2,350 per year according to Bi-state committee
I-5 Bridge tolls could cost up to $2,350 yearly, with higher rates for freight haulers.
Gluesenkamp Perez issues statement on I-5 Bridge tolling proposals
Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez urges prioritizing congestion relief in I-5 Bridge tolling proposals.
WA, OR continue to consider tolls for Interstate Bridge replacement project
WA and OR consider tolls for Interstate Bridge Replacement project connecting the two states.
Letter: ‘Portland quietly admitting that TriMet’s ridership is too low to be worth running full-capacity trains’
Bryan White of Orchards expresses concern about TriMet’s low ridership and potential impacts on Clark County.