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Fatal Sound Transit Bus Crash In Kirkland

Derek Wang — Wed, 08 May 2013 04:43:19 +0000

Investigators said they don’t yet know the exact cause of Tuesday night’s fatal crash between a Sound Transit bus and an SUV in Kirkland. Two people in the SUV died. Investigators are looking into whether the bus’ brakes malfunctioned.

King County Metro Could Cancel Nearly 30 Percent Of Bus Routes

Derek Wang — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 23:56:24 +0000

King County Metro released more details Monday about possible cuts to bus service next year. The agency says almost a third of its routes might be eliminated.

Will Competition In Ferry Market Save Taxpayers Money?

Producer — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 20:29:18 +0000

Washington state lawmakers are considering ending a requirement that ferries be built in state. According to a recent state audit Washington is overpaying for ferries compared to other states. Ross Reynolds talks with ferry maker Brian Mannion about his thoughts on opening up state ferry production to outside competition.

Five Lessons For Seattle Bike Share Plan

Derek Wang — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 16:45:51 +0000

The plan to create a bike sharing program in Seattle is clicking into a higher gear. Puget Sound Bike Share hopes to launch in 2014 in parts of the University District, Eastlake, Capitol Hill, South Lake Union, Downtown and Queen Anne. Organizers updated Seattle officials Tuesday on their progress and said they hope to hire a vendor by the spring.