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A Link light rail train travels across the I-90 Bridge.

Then and now: The Crosslake Connection journey in photos

By Katie Metzger

Before trains crossed the lake, there were years of planning meetings, early morning site visits, hard hats, spreadsheets, s… Read more
A large crowd of Seahawks fans on the Sounder platform

Celebrate the Seahawks’ big win: How to ride transit to the victory parade

By Katie Metzger

Seattle is getting ready to celebrate in a big way.Tens of thousands of fans are expected to head downtown for the Seahawks … Read more
Three people sit and chat with each other while on board a Link light rail vehicle

A more clean and comfortable ride: Why Link is moving to vinyl seats

By Katie Metzger

When passengers talk about what matters most onboard Link light rail, one theme consistently rises to the top: clean, comfor… Read more
A hand holds an ORCA card up to a yellow tapper. The card says "Discover" and has other designs that commemorate the 1 Line extension to Federal Way

South King Link: How to ride and transfer

By Katie Metzger

The countdown is on — the 1 Line is about to extend with three new stations! The opening on Dec. 6 will bring fast, fre… Read more
Two people in protective gear smile for a photo on the Star Lake platform as a third person takes their photo

Art in motion: New public art welcomes riders along the 1 Line extension

By Katie Metzger

When the 1 Line opens to Federal Way on Dec. 6, riders will be greeted not just by new stations — but by vibrant, community-… Read more