Don't just pound your steering wheel. Tell us what slows you down each day.
The KIRO Newsradio Traffic team of Chris Sullivan and Nate Connors deliver all the answers to your traffic questions in Chokepoints. Do you have a story you want us to check out? Click here to submit your Chokepoint.
Featured Stories
Frank Lenzi
Blewett Pass closure continues due to wildfire
A wildfire near Blewett Pass keeps US Highway 97 closed through the weekend, affecting travel plans for many.1 month ago
Frank Sumrall
SR 202 lanes back open after dirt-carrying semi-truck fell onto its side
A semi-truck carrying dirt flipped on its side and spilled its load on State Route 202 (SR 202) Friday morning.1 month ago
Nate Connors
WSDOT warns of major weekend closures on I-5, SR 18, I-90
WSDOT announces major weekend closures on I-5, SR 18, and I-90. Stay informed to navigate traffic disruptions efficiently.1 month ago
Frank Lenzi
SR 167 bridge repairs will take months, WSDOT says
State Route 167 near Pacific has reduced traffic on 3rd Avenue in Pacific to just a single lane on the northbound side after a bridge was struck by an over-height truck.1 month ago
Chris Sullivan
Get ready—tolling on the new SR 509 expressway begins Monday
Experience the transition as tolling on State Route 509 starts Monday morning. Discover what this means for your travels.1 month ago
Frank Sumrall
All southbound I-5 lanes have reopened in Everett after fatal crash
Multiple lanes of southbound I-5 were closed off in Everett Wednesday morning after a fatal crash between a motorcycle and a vehicle.1 month ago
Nate Connors
Seattle-area drivers face multiple weekend closures on I-90, I-405, I-5, and SR 16
Multiple road closures impacting I-90, I-405, I-5, and SR 16 are in store for Seattle-area drivers this weekend.1 month ago
Chris Sullivan
WSDOT having a little fun as new tolling comes to SR 167
Where the prices for those three trips would be was the word "sntchh," to be read as snitch. I reached out to WSDOT, and yes, its workers have a sense of humor.1 month ago
Chris Sullivan
Revive I-5 to return with six weekends of closures
Revive I-5 is returning to the Ship Canal Bridge, this time in the southbound direction, over three weekends in October and one in November, December, and January.1 month ago
Chris Sullivan
How many people ended up getting enhanced driver’s licenses this year?
Discover how many people obtained enhanced driver's licenses this year after the REAL ID Act implementation.1 month ago
Frank Sumrall
One dead after semi-truck rolls off I-5 interchange onto Deschutes Parkway
One person is dead after a semi-truck rolled over at the SR 101 interchange from I-5, rolling down onto Deschutes Parkway below.1 month ago
Nate Connors
One more headache for drivers: Dan Evans Bridge to close in east King County
A routine inspection by the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) discovered excessive wear on portions of steel support beams on the Dan Evans Bridge.2 months ago
Chris Sullivan
16 days of congestion coming to I-90 east across Mercer Island
Expect 16 days of congestion on I-90 east, limiting access for Mercer Island residents during construction.2 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Where are Seattleites moving to? Where are future Seattle residents coming from? U-Haul finds out
According to a study from U-Haul, people were mostly moving to Seattle from neighboring West Coast states.2 months ago
Frank Lenzi
White River Bridge repair work starts Saturday
Permanent repairs on the State Route 410 White River Bridge start Saturday between Buckley and Enumclaw.2 months ago
Nate Connors
Regional road work this weekend, including a full closure on I-405
Plan ahead for I-405 road work this weekend in western Washington. Full closure and multiple projects could impact your travel.2 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Massive girders installed for Washington’s newest freeway interchange
The latest freeway overpass in Washington requires lane closures for installation.2 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
I-5 on-ramp reopened after semi-truck got stuck Wednesday morning
A southbound ramp on I-5 in Seattle has reopened after traffic was completely blocked during morning commutes Wednesday following a semi-truck accident.2 months ago
Chris Sullivan
Relief in sight: 2 major construction projects to finish this fall
Two major construction projects are expected to finish later this fall in western Washington.2 months ago
James Lynch
White River Bridge projected to open in November
The White River Bridge on State Route 410 is projected to open in November and will cost between $5 and $6 million.2 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Seattle issues nearly 200,000 parking tickets in first half of 2025
The City of Seattle has issued nearly 200,000 parking tickets in the first half of 2025.2 months ago
Nate Connors
WSDOT to close both directions of SR 104 for at least 35 days to restore fish habitat
WSDOT plans a 35-day closure of SR 104 to restore vital fish habitat, impacting traffic between Lake Forest Park and Shoreline.2 months ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Lanes on I-90 west open, ramp closed after deadly semi-truck crash
Lanes on I-90 are back open after two semi-trucks crashed.2 months ago
