The CDC reported last week that 4 Washington residents and 8 other Americans were reported to have been infected with Salmonella Panama. The source of the contamination has been traced back to cantaloupes purchased from a national warehouse chain. On … Continue reading →
In recent years, many cities and municipalities have made significant efforts to make their streets safer for bicyclists. Seattle has created miles of new bike lanes, and has placed “bike boxes” at some intersections to increase cyclist visibility. Take a … Continue reading →
Starting April 15, 2011, crossing the SR 520 bridge in Seattle will require payment of a toll – but there will be no toll booths. So how will this work? An electronic monitoring system will automatically scan your license plate … Continue reading →
Recent snowfall in Western Washington has made for exceedingly dangerous driving conditions. On February 24, 2011, the icy conditions in Thurston County caused an SUV carrying a mother and four young children to slide off the road and roll over … Continue reading →
The Washington State Department of Transportation has over 150 active projects on Washington roads and transit systems, even in the difficult winter months. As a result, many of these projects cause delays or detours. If you’re planning a trip on … Continue reading →