
politics
WSF says building new diesel ferries would create two-year delay
State officials say it would significantly slow plans to grow the fleet if they were to switch now from hybrid boats to the less eco-friendly option.
State officials say it would significantly slow plans to grow the fleet if they were to switch now from hybrid boats to the less eco-friendly option.
Many companies made headway during the pandemic on promises to go green. But with work commutes required again, emissions are rising.
A coalition is asking to increase the levy to $1.9B for more bike and pedestrian safety measures — which a poll found a majority of voters might support.
Despite delays connecting the 2 Line to Seattle, hundreds rode the rails this weekend as the eight stations opened after years of construction.
The property tax would pay for road repaving, bridge repair, bike lanes and sidewalks. Advocates say it should do more.