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Crosslake Update: Making the I-90 bridge safer for fish

Last week, professional scuba divers began installing a new feature below the 2 Line’s Crosslake Connection: slim mesh cages designed to protect fish around the I-90 fl...
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Tell us what you think: Take the passenger experience survey!

 Sound Transit’s 2026 Passenger Experience Survey is now open and we want to hear your thoughts on riding Link light rail, Sounder trains, and ST Express buses....
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Sound Move at 30: The plan that put regional transit in motion

Thirty years ago, voters approved a plan that would help reshape how the Puget Sound region gets around. That plan, called Sound Move, laid the groundwork for the ...
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reel icon Hold the dots, scroll and watch as we reveal the NEW commemorative ORCA card! 🐳🎉   On November 20, celebrate 30 years of Sound Transit with Sound Move Bingo! Explore the region, discover new places, support local businesses and play to win.   🏆 Here’s the best part: Be among the first 450 to turn in a completed Bingo card and take home this special-edition ORCA card, plus a chance to win even more prizes! 💙   Ready to explore, play and win? Grab your Bingo card, plan your adventure and join the celebration! 📅 Friday, November 20 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m.   Learn more and get ready to play at the link in our bio! 🔗
reel icon Crosslake update: Making the I-90 bridge safer for fish 🐟 Head to The Platform blog to learn more about these slim mesh cages, how they were designed and how we’ll be monitoring their effectiveness (🔗 in bio). Video description: Sound Transit employee Henry wears protective gear while explaining how the agency plans to protect fish around the I-90 bridge. Clips from above the water and POV footage from divers in Lake Washington shows how the cages were installed.
reel icon What’s working well on your Sound Transit rides? What could be better? 🚆💬 We want to hear from you! From cleanliness and safety to your overall riding experience, your feedback helps us improve. Take our 15-minute passenger experience survey at the link in our bio for a chance to win a $100 or $250 gift card! 🎁
reel icon The holiday dress code? Matching with your bestie, obviously. 🐶🎄🚆 Ready to sleigh your holiday looks? 🛷🛍️ 🎁 Shop ST’s latest holiday sweater at the link in our bio!
reel icon Blitz is on the lookout for Seattle’s best bird… we think he’s spotted it. 🌊🪺🚈 Ride Link, Sounder, or ST Express to fly to the Seahawks game this Sunday. Plan your trip at the link in our bio! 🔗 GO HAWKS!! 💙🏈💚 Video description: Blitz uses binoculars to look out the window on Link to look for birds, and spots a seagull, a crow, a cardinal (booo), and then a Seahawk with “GO HAWKS!” on screen (crowd cheers). Blitz puts down his binoculars, and cuts to him on Sounder and then on ST Express, telling people to take transit to fly to the game this weekend.
reel icon Today marks the 30th anniversary of Sound Move, and we’ve been keeping a BIG secret! 🤭 Trust us, you’re going to want in on this celebration. 🥳🚊 We’re talking chances to win prizes from the @thetacomadome , @wamutheater , @stgpresents The Moore Theatre, @alderwoodmall , @everett_silvertips , @showbox , @seattlesymphony and MORE! 🎟️✨ Think a YEAR of free transit, an exclusive ride through a Link train wash with your friends, an ST Shop gift card, and a commemorative Sound Transit swag pack! 🤯 Want to know how to get in on the fun? 🤭 💌 Sign up for our LifeSTyle Newsletter at the link in our bio to be among the first to find out how we’re celebrating 30 years of keeping the region moving!
reel icon Thirty years ago, voters approved a plan that would reshape how the Puget Sound region gets around. That plan, called Sound Move, laid the groundwork for the regional transit system Sound Transit continues to build today. For the Sound Move anniversary, we’re celebrating all the places we’ve been - and where we’re going next. Learn more at the link in our bio 🔗 #SoundMove #SoundTransit Video description: A retro looking intro with the Sound Transit logo fades to Sound Transit employee Henry standing in front of Union Station. Historical footage of downtown Seattle, Sounder, ST Express buses, the T Line and the 1 Line follow. The video concludes with another clip of Henry, and of riders boarding at International District Chinatown Station earlier this year.
reel icon Cue the holiday tunes, pour the hot cocoa ☕, and get ready to ride into the season in peak transit style!🎄🚆   The ST Shop 2026 Holiday Collection has officially arrived! 🎁✨ From festive transit-inspired apparel to fun finds for the transit enthusiast in your life, there’s something to make every holiday a little more on track.   Swipe through to browse the collection! 👀🛍️   🛒 Ready to shop? Head to the link in our bio!   Keep an eye out for upcoming pop-up events for your chance to shop in person. More details coming soon!  🤭
reel icon Your transit-themed costumes made our Halloweekend. 🥹🎃 Thank you for your creativity, craftsmanship, and adoration! 🧡🚈 Keep ‘em coming!
reel icon Heads up 1 and 2 Line passengers! 🚧 We’re replacing the bull gear in escalator 301 at Westlake Station. This part, which weighs more than 1,000 pounds*, makes the escalator move - and we need to close the stairs to make room for safe installation. Thank you for your patience! Sign up for rider alerts at the link in our bio 🔗 *This includes the entire assembly, meaning gear, central shaft, hub, and bearings. Video description: Sound Transit employee Henry reports from Westlake Station on a stair and escalator closure taking place from Nov. 2 to Nov. 6. Clips of passengers and signage about the outage and the bull gear are used as B-roll.
reel icon HELLO, NOVEMBER! 🍂🏈🎵🎭🚈 The days are getting shorter, the cozy layers are coming out and there’s plenty happening around the Sound! From seasonal celebrations and family-friendly activities to live entertainment and new places to explore, November is full of reasons to get out and about. Head to the latest LifeSTyle blog at the link in our bio for our guide to can’t-miss November events around the Sound. 🔗 What’s making your must-do list this month? 👇
reel icon 🚩 FLAG ON THE PLAY! Seahawks play at home on Monday night against Chicago! That means packed trains with both commuters and game go-ers. 

Don’t get flagged with bad rider etiquette during your ride. Make room, mind the doors, and look out for your fellow riders. 

Plan your ride at the link our bio. GO HAWKS! 🏈💙💚 Video description: Seahawks mascot, Blitz, throws penalty flags at riders who use bad rider etiquette, including someone who takes up too much space on the train, someone who blocks people from boarding, someone who steps on the yellow line, and someone who gets onboard without letting people exit first. Ends with Seahawks fans celebrating onboard about being team players when riding the train.
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