REI is discontinuing its "Experiences" division, resulting in over 400 layoffs, with support provided to affected employees including severance and benefits continuation.

The Hoh Rain Forest access road is closed due to damage, with Jefferson County seeking federal funds for repairs. This has impacted residents and tourists visiting Olympic National Park.

WSDOT is finishing a fish passage project near Gig Harbor, Washington, that includes constructing bridges and a reconstructed streambed under SR 16 to support salmon runs.

WSDOT is installing a HAWK pedestrian signal on SR 503 near Prairie High School in Vancouver for increased safety following an incident with a student.

Pierce County prepares for an essential sewer pipe repair project on Bridgeport Way West, moving the original 2029 planned start to early 2025 due to urgent deterioration concerns.

WSDOT starts emergency repairs on the West Camas Slough Bridge to fix damaged pavement, causing travel delays and detours near milepost 12.6 on SR 14.

Construction on Seattle's Alaskan Way Safety Project begins, targeting a summer 2025 completion to enhance safety and connectivity for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists.

The city of Sammamish warns of traffic delays due to roadwork from Ziply Fiber installation and gas main placement by Puget Sound Energy, with sewer pipe laying for a new development.

The US 395 Pioneer Memorial Bridge, also known as the Blue Bridge, has completed a year-long painting project and maintenance, with the removal of scaffolding reported by WSDOT.

Over 600,000 expected on WA State Ferries during holidays, with new Anacortes/San Juan Islands winter schedule starting Dec 29. Travelers advised to use the WSDOT app for info and make vehicle reservations.

The SR 241 Mabton bridges in Washington reopened on December 19, following completion of construction to replace and retrofit the structures, thereby lifting prior weight restrictions.

The Hylebos Bridge in Tacoma has reopened, easing traffic flow for the local community and businesses. Contact Steve Carstens at [email protected] or (253) 591-5263 for more info.

King County Metro suspends bus service in Seattle's Chinatown-International District due to safety issues related to frequent illegal activity in the area.