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A train pulls into Mount Baker Station

Testing the Passenger Information Management System

By John Gallagher

If you're riding Link this summer, keep an eye on the digital signage throughout our stations. Through August 31, yo… Read more
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Something fishy on your ride? Text us ASAP!

By Sound Transit

Did you know you can text the Sound Transit Security Desk to report anything amiss on board your train or at your station… Read more

A view from the mezzanine of a Link train pulling into University Street Station

Improving the rider experience in 2023 

By Julie Timm

Julie Timm is the CEO of Sound Transit. We’re excited to tell you about changes we’re bringing to Link this year to impro… Read more
A 512 bus at a stop with cherry blossoms above it

Sound Transit service changes are coming this March

By John Gallagher

Sound Transit regularly reviews our bus and rail service to see what changes we should make to improve performance, respond … Read more
An illustration of a train headed to Seattle with the great wheel and Space Needle in the background

Weekend Sounder trains: not just for sports fans

By Sagar Ramachandra

Coming from the north or south of Seattle and want to take your kids to the Seattle Aquarium, or an out-of-town guest to Pik… Read more