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A passenger waits for a Link train to pass before crossing. A yellow sign to his left reads 'look both ways.'

'Look out for each other': Safety poster competition with Southeast Seattle Education Coalition kicks off

By Seth Daphne Esmeson

A safe community is a strong community, and street crossing safety is a key focus of Sound Transit’s At-Grade Crossing Progr… Read more
Phone screen showing Sound Transit station in GoodMaps

Good news for riders: GoodMaps wayfinding tool at five more stations

By Sound Transit

On Dec. 18, we extended the use of the GoodMaps app to five new stations: Northgate, University of Washington, Capitol Hill,… Read more
Passengers wait aboard a crowded platform along the Lynnwood Link extension.

1 Line safety poster contest: We have our winners! 

By Brian Davis

Local students showcased their art skills in the 1 Line Rail Safety Poster Contest, a partnership with Sound Transit, Sno-Is… Read more
Cartoon characters of a vampire, ghost, witch, mummy and Frankenstein's monster

Have a spook-tacular Halloween with these rider etiquette tips

By Alan Yamamoto

Want to be a fang-tastic rider? Just follow a few simple tips so everyone can have a boo-tiful experience.Find more informat… Read more
A person with a backpack stands at a safe distance away from a passing train

Stay alert, stay safe around tracks and trains

By Sound Transit

Sept. 23-29 is See Track? Think Train! Week.  Previously called Rail Safety Week, Operation Lifesaver’s annual wee… Read more