Photos by George Liu and John Liu/NWAW
Thousands jam SR 520 Bridge grand opening
On April 2, the longest floating bridge in the world opened up to the public for the first time. This would be the SR 520 Bridge.
Against the odds, Gregerson appointed to state legislature
By Sue Misao Northwest Asian Weekly Against the wishes of the King County Democrats’ 33rd District, SeaTac Deputy Mayor Mia Su-Ling Gregerson has been appointed by the King County Council […]
Construction begins on the Edmonds International District stretch of SR 99
Construction on the SR 99 Edmonds International District Enhancements Project began on Thursday, Oct. 4. The $662,000 project is funded though federal Highway Enhancements grants and will provide improved illumination […]
EDITORIAL: See ya, plastic bags. Welcome, 520 tolls.
There are two changes coming that aren’t thrilling many. One is the tolling on the 520 bridge, slated to begin Dec. 29. The other is a plastic bags ban, which […]
Tolling on SR 520 bridge starts Dec. 29
Starting Dec. 29, drivers will pay an electronic toll to cross the 520 bridge and the Washington State Department of Transportation is urging travelers to get ready by setting up […]
More services for Asians? An unexpected benefit in tolling 520
When the groundhog failed to see its shadow this past February, people were eager to usher in spring early. But as trees and flower begin to bloom
Commentary: 520 tolling campaign overlooks ethnic media
Recent information from the Seattle Times’ analysis of 2010 Census data indicates that the number of minorities has quickly