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A graphic of a parent and child waiting to cross as a Link train approaches. Text reads "Safety Fair. Join us! Saturday, April 26, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m."

Your safety, your community, your safety fair!

By Seth Daphne Esmeson

A safe community is a strong one, and at-grade track crossings are critical points where safety, mobility, and neighborhood … Read more
A trio of graphics show monsters named "the progress preventer," "the boarding blocker," and "captain bagspreader."

'Be Mindful. Not a Monster:' A new campaign for a happier commute

By Alan Yamamoto

More and more people are taking Link light rail to get around Puget Sound, to cheer on their favorite sports teams, or go to… Read more
Group photos from Women in Construction Week events

Women in Construction: Be confident in the perspective you bring

By Tracey Morgan

From engineers and inspectors to project managers and skilled trades professionals, women across Sound Transit projects are … Read more
A person wearing an orange vest stands between two Link light rail vehicles

Wig wag pilot train enters service

By Henry Bendon

On Tuesday, March 11, regularly scheduled 1 Line train number 12 rolled into service equipped with a brand-new feature desig… Read more
The sky takes on a pink and purple glow behind the elevated Lynnwood City Center Station

Connecting to the 1 Line in Snohomish County

By David Jackson

Lately, patrons of the Lynnwood City Center and Mountlake Terrace stations on the 1 Line have been feeling a parking pinch, … Read more