Moreno Vows War on Potholes, Targets 1,500 Fixes a Week
Mayor Helena Moreno says DPW crews will be retooled to prioritize potholes, with an aim of filling roughly 1,500 holes a week while sidewalks, lights and repaving get attention. Funding and new in‑house crews are part of the plan.
West Seattle Forum To Update Residents On Light Rail Plans
Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda and Sound Transit will hold a West Seattle forum this Wednesday to outline cost-saving options and answer community questions. The session follows a Sound Transit retreat that laid out multiple approaches to close a major funding gap.
Flaming Meat Truck Jackknifes, Snarls Capital City Freeway Ramps
A meat-laden semi struck another vehicle, jackknifed and caught fire on the ramp between the Capital City Freeway and US‑50 on March 29, closing connector ramps and snarling traffic. Crews are cleaning spilled cargo and inspecting the roadway.
Mardi Gras Indians Take Over Downtown, Cops Warn Drivers To Steer Clear
NOPD has warned of downtown street closures this afternoon for the Mardi Gras Indians' Downtown Super Sunday procession; expect detours along Orleans Avenue and nearby blocks.
Deadly Crosswalks: Maryland Crashes Into Top 10 For Pedestrians Killed By Cars
A new study ranks Maryland 10th in the U.S. for pedestrian deaths tied to passenger cars, finding about 62 fatalities a year on average from 2019–2023. State plans and corridor projects aim to address the risk.












