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New overhead signage in Westlake Station displays a large green 'exit' icon and points riders to numbered exits (1 through 5).

New exit strategy for downtown transit tunnel

By Katie Metzger

Sound Transit wants to make it easier to exit the downtown Seattle train stations.  Whether you’re a newcomer or nat… Read more
Sound Transit employee Dustin York sits on a bench inside Union Station.

Inside Sound Transit: The value of veterans

By Katie Metzger

On Veteran's Day, Sound Transit took the chance to celebrate and thank those who have served our country, including our own … Read more
Workers inside the tunnel underneath downtown Bellevue discuss how awesome it will be for the Sounders to win the MLS Cup in front of the hometown crowd.

Fresh pics: exploring East Link from above and below ground

By Katie Metzger

Our latest photo field trips took us to the East Link extension – 14 miles of new light rail with 10 sta… Read more
Sound Transit employee Ariel Taylor smiles while sitting outside in a park.

Inside Sound Transit: Getting involved in giving

By Katie Metzger

As the holidays approach, Sound Transit is getting into the giving spirit.  Employees organized several ways to “Com… Read more
A woman in an orange vest holds a tablet while looking at buildings in Seattle's International District/Chinatown neighborhood.

Fieldwork ramping up on West Seattle/Ballard Link light rail extensions

By Katie Metzger

The West Seattle and Ballard Link Extensions will provide fast, reliable light rail connections when they open in 2030 and 2… Read more