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A mostly-blank digital sign at a Link station platform.

When to expect true real-time arrival info on Link platforms  

By Zee Shaner

(Editors note: time timeline for the rollout of the improved real-time information has been updated since this story was pub… Read more
A view from the Operator's cab during testing in the tunnels between University of Washington Station and Northgate Station.

Northgate Link light rail testing moves into final stages

By Zee Shaner

We’re approaching the finish line as we work to open three new stations at Northgate, Roosevelt and the U District on Octobe… Read more
An illustration showing the different signs that will be part of new transit maps.

New line names coming in 2021

By Zee Shaner

Today we are announcing an overhaul of how we name and illustrate our transit lines. Whereas today we use names  f… Read more
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From the Boardroom: 600 new homes coming to Roosevelt, Capitol Hill, and First Hill

By Zee Shaner

Thursday was a big day for housing near transit, or what the wonks call "transit-oriented development" (TOD). The Sound… Read more