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Link in the Rainer Valley, just north of Columbia City Station, in the rain.

Take transit to New Year's Eve festivities

By Katie Metzger

Looking for a safe and reliable option for New Year's Eve travel? Leave the driving to us!  Link light rail and ST E… Read more
Sounder south passes fall colors near South Boeing Access Road.

Sounder rider? What to know if there’s a rail strike

By David Jackson

Railway labor negotiations are ongoing, but a national strike could start as early as Dec. 8, resulting in the cancellation … Read more
Combining bikes and transit takes your farther

Scooting and biking to transit are now more convenient than ever

By Sound Transit

Shared bikes and scooters - sometimes referred to as 'micromobility' services - are a new and growing part of the trans… Read more
Two trains passing north and south at Columbia City Station in Seattle.

Plan ahead for upcoming 1 Line maintenance

By Sound Transit

(Editor's note: This post will be updated periodically to reflect the latest work schedules) Getting ready for the 33 mil… Read more
A Link train pulls into Othello Station.

Join Sound Transit and Rainier Valley partners as we explore new safety measures through the valley

By Sound Transit

Sound Transit has heard from organizations and individuals in the Rainier Valley about train safety concerns around our stat… Read more