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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
Temporary art is seen on the walls of a Link station under construction

Building connections: The story behind Sound Transit’s new infill station

By Katie Metzger

In the heart of North Seattle, a new transit project is taking shape. Pinehurst Station (recently renamed from NE 130th… Read more
Key collaborators huddle to the right of a art installation taking place

‘INHERITANCE’: A monument to community, legacy, and women's leadership in public art

By Sarah Minier

This March, in honor of International Women’s Day, we are proud to highlight ‘INHERITANCE,’ a public artwork by Michelle de … Read more
Crowds wait to board a Link light rail train

Link reliability is improving, but we have more work ahead

By Sound Transit

This past December, we shared an update on the work we’re doing to improve Link light rail service—specifically, how we’re d… Read more
A Sound Transit ambassador in a teal vest talks to passengers at Pioneer Square Station, with a Link train in the background.

A state of better repair

By Henry Bendon

Over the past few months, Link riders have experienced a significant number of planned disruptions and service impacts. … Read more