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A worker in a hard hat and yellow vest smooths concrete.

Fresh pics: Construction continues on Hilltop Tacoma Link

By Katie Metzger

Before heading into Memorial Day weekend, take a look at the latest progress along the Hilltop Tacoma Link Extension! Thi… Read more
A large piece of construction equipment is pictured on the rails next to I-90 in Mercer Island.

Fresh pics from East Link: Mercer Island, Redmond and connecting to Seattle

By Katie Metzger

Can you believe it’s already the end of February? This has been the shortest 29-day month ever. In honor of Leap Day - le… Read more
Construction worker walks under downtown Bellevue in the new light rail tunnel.

2019 Year in Review: powering progress around the region

By Katie Metzger

2019 has been a big year for light rail construction, as the future of transit in our region is starting to come into focus… Read more
Looking down at the platform of the nearly complete Roosevelt Station, as media members descend the stairs.

Fresh pics: Nearing completion at Roosevelt Station

By John Gallagher

Imagine traveling from Roosevelt to downtown Seattle in just 10 minutes and to SeaTac Airport in 45 minutes. It's … Read more
Construction is underway at Sound Transit's new rail yard in Bellevue.

Fresh pics: Laying rail around the region

By Katie Metzger

This holiday season, we’re thankful for all of the work that’s gone into expanding our region’s transit system.  One… Read more