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Pinehurst Station Opens Early Amid Cost Controversy and Community Celebration

Sound Transit opened its first in-fill light rail station, Pinehurst, in North Seattle on September 30, 2026, five years ahead of schedule. The $240 million project drew hundreds of transit fans for a celebration, despite criticism over its cost and low projected ridership. The station connects to the 1 and 2 Lines and offers new bus transfers, though surrounding housing developments remain stalled due to legal appeals.

6 days ago•Source: The Urbanist

Ballard Rail Forward: Reallocating Funds for a Westlake-to-Ballard Starter Line

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13.92 min•4 months ago

Ballard Rail Forward: Reallocating Funds for a Westlake-to-Ballard Starter Line

Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss warns Ballard Light Rail is at risk due to budget pressures and proposes moving Seattle funds from a second downtown tunnel to a Westlake-to-Ballard Starter Line, financing any remaining needs with longer bonds and debt-capacity reforms, and pursuing cost-saving practices—arguing Ballard's growth and demand justify action and urging a May 28 Sound Transit Board vote.

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5.84 min•5 months ago

World Cup Transit Prices Spark Public Funding Debate

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