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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
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