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A graphic of a hand tapping an ORCA card on a card reader, with a Link train in the background.

The next generation of ORCA is on the way

By Katie Metzger

With new light rail vehicles coming online and three new stations opening this fall, there’s a lot to be exci… Read more
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Inside Sound Transit: Progress and Pride

By Katie Metzger

Every year, Sound Transit raises the Pride flag outside our headquarters to kick off the summer of celebrations in Seattle. … Read more
A Tacoma Link train pulls into a platform on a sunny day.

Let us know what you think about Tacoma Link fare options

By Katie Metzger

Now is your chance to weigh in on new fares on Tacoma Link when the Hilltop Extension opens in 2022.  Setting fare l… Read more
A light rail train runs on an elevated guideway next to an apartment building.

Amazon provides $100 million to build affordable housing near Sound Transit light rail stations

By Katie Metzger

Amazon and Sound Transit today announced a partnership to speed the creation of up to 1,200 new affordable apartments n… Read more
A Link passenger walks along a train at the Mount Baker Station platform. He is wearing a black backpack and walking away from the camera.

Get ready for more Link service (and don't forget your mask)

By Katie Metzger

Good news, Link riders: light rail frequency will increase starting June 12.  Link will run every eight minutes duri… Read more