@mclindblom.bsky.social
Seattle Times transportation reporter since 2003
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Big day! CBC News will add 33 local journalists and create 11 new bureaus this year, adding to last year's expansion of 30 journalists in 22 communities across Canada. Many of the new positions are based in Central and Western Canada. My editor's blog: www.cbc.ca/news/editors...
CBC News further expands local journalism, bureaus | CBC News
This year, CBC News will add 33 local journalists and create 11 new bureaus, increasing its Canadian footprint from 66 to 77 locations.
www.cbc.ca
January 14, 2026 at 4:29 PM
Big day! CBC News will add 33 local journalists and create 11 new bureaus this year, adding to last year's expansion of 30 journalists in 22 communities across Canada. Many of the new positions are based in Central and Western Canada. My editor's blog: www.cbc.ca/news/editors...
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I'm sorry but this is not a good design for 16th in White Center
Is it better? Sure, but I still will never ride my bike here with paint being my only protection and cars being encouraged to cut over the bike lane to park
Is it better? Sure, but I still will never ride my bike here with paint being my only protection and cars being encouraged to cut over the bike lane to park
January 13, 2026 at 10:48 PM
I'm sorry but this is not a good design for 16th in White Center
Is it better? Sure, but I still will never ride my bike here with paint being my only protection and cars being encouraged to cut over the bike lane to park
Is it better? Sure, but I still will never ride my bike here with paint being my only protection and cars being encouraged to cut over the bike lane to park
This NYC benefit/cost is in the ballpark of Seattle's popular U-Link segment, and far superior to the ST3 West Seattle and Ballard proposed projects.
January 13, 2026 at 9:14 PM
This NYC benefit/cost is in the ballpark of Seattle's popular U-Link segment, and far superior to the ST3 West Seattle and Ballard proposed projects.
No fun to sit on a damp transit seat.
January 13, 2026 at 7:35 PM
No fun to sit on a damp transit seat.
Both those points sound sensible to me. If the vinyl seats last longer, that is also a waste reduction angle.
January 13, 2026 at 6:18 PM
Both those points sound sensible to me. If the vinyl seats last longer, that is also a waste reduction angle.
From the inbox: @soundtransit will do its signal work in downtown Seattle before noon Saturday and Sunday, thereby restoring all light rail stations well before the 5 p.m. Saturday @seahawksofficial.com game.
January 13, 2026 at 5:25 PM
From the inbox: @soundtransit will do its signal work in downtown Seattle before noon Saturday and Sunday, thereby restoring all light rail stations well before the 5 p.m. Saturday @seahawksofficial.com game.
Yes, if you tried to kayak from Lime Kiln State Park to Oak Bay the border might suddenly appear!
January 13, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Yes, if you tried to kayak from Lime Kiln State Park to Oak Bay the border might suddenly appear!
Is the vinyl recyclable?
January 13, 2026 at 5:14 PM
Is the vinyl recyclable?
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Rider feedback → real changes.
2,300+ passengers helped inform our decision to replace cloth seats with vinyl on Link trains—rated higher for cleanliness, comfort, and satisfaction. More vinyl seats are rolling out over the coming months. 🚆
Read more: https://ow.ly/cr9B50XWgB4
2,300+ passengers helped inform our decision to replace cloth seats with vinyl on Link trains—rated higher for cleanliness, comfort, and satisfaction. More vinyl seats are rolling out over the coming months. 🚆
Read more: https://ow.ly/cr9B50XWgB4
January 13, 2026 at 5:10 PM
Rider feedback → real changes.
2,300+ passengers helped inform our decision to replace cloth seats with vinyl on Link trains—rated higher for cleanliness, comfort, and satisfaction. More vinyl seats are rolling out over the coming months. 🚆
Read more: https://ow.ly/cr9B50XWgB4
2,300+ passengers helped inform our decision to replace cloth seats with vinyl on Link trains—rated higher for cleanliness, comfort, and satisfaction. More vinyl seats are rolling out over the coming months. 🚆
Read more: https://ow.ly/cr9B50XWgB4
A good way for Canadians to enjoy gardens south of the border without crossing the border. Hopefully I can surf again in Tofino. Cheers!
January 13, 2026 at 5:13 PM
A good way for Canadians to enjoy gardens south of the border without crossing the border. Hopefully I can surf again in Tofino. Cheers!
China has also been building huge highways since the turn of the century and replacing bike lanes with more car capacity in the '00s. And building more trains.
January 13, 2026 at 5:10 PM
China has also been building huge highways since the turn of the century and replacing bike lanes with more car capacity in the '00s. And building more trains.
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Video message from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
Statement by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell
YouTube video by Federal Reserve
www.youtube.com
January 12, 2026 at 12:35 AM
Video message from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
Washington state treasurer, who presides over the state's AA+ credit rating, declares Pres. Trump's meddling with the Federal Reserve threatens to cause "bananafication" of U.S. finances. tre.wa.gov/Federal_Rese...
Pellicciotti: Powell Delivers Dire Warning, Federal Reserve Must Remain Independent | Office of the Washington State Treasurer
tre.wa.gov
January 12, 2026 at 7:05 PM
Washington state treasurer, who presides over the state's AA+ credit rating, declares Pres. Trump's meddling with the Federal Reserve threatens to cause "bananafication" of U.S. finances. tre.wa.gov/Federal_Rese...
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Broken roads, old ferries and devastation left by December’s storms are top of mind for the Democratic and Republican leaders on the Legislature’s transportation committees.
That’s where the agreement ends.
www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
That’s where the agreement ends.
www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
Broken roads, old ferries: How will WA pay for it all?
State legislators see a tough session ahead for transportation spending following December's storms and ongoing troubles with the state ferry system.
www.seattletimes.com
January 9, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Broken roads, old ferries and devastation left by December’s storms are top of mind for the Democratic and Republican leaders on the Legislature’s transportation committees.
That’s where the agreement ends.
www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
That’s where the agreement ends.
www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
If you aren't in prison, Walla Walla is a fine place to live, friendly people, world-class wines, sunshine, historic downtown architecture and three small colleges.
January 9, 2026 at 5:25 PM
If you aren't in prison, Walla Walla is a fine place to live, friendly people, world-class wines, sunshine, historic downtown architecture and three small colleges.
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Life choices, 2026 style:
January 7, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Life choices, 2026 style:
That's an interesting prediction - several transpo leaders have come to Seattle from other cities and been shocked by the political minefields here.
January 5, 2026 at 9:48 PM
That's an interesting prediction - several transpo leaders have come to Seattle from other cities and been shocked by the political minefields here.
Okay, but we were told otherwise in the 2024 campaign: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5llM...
Trump: They're eating the dogs, the cats
YouTube video by Atlanta News First
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January 5, 2026 at 9:43 PM
Okay, but we were told otherwise in the 2024 campaign: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5llM...
and 3) pedestrians are equal or greater than car volumes
January 5, 2026 at 5:54 PM
and 3) pedestrians are equal or greater than car volumes
As someone who has used them thousands of times in West Seattle Junction, it's far safer with "All Walk" than otherwise. That may not necessarily be true everywhere. The key thing is, that the All Walk is 1) rotates frequently/ no huge waits and 2) famous enough that all obey it.
January 5, 2026 at 5:53 PM
As someone who has used them thousands of times in West Seattle Junction, it's far safer with "All Walk" than otherwise. That may not necessarily be true everywhere. The key thing is, that the All Walk is 1) rotates frequently/ no huge waits and 2) famous enough that all obey it.
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Katie Wilson was sworn in as Seattle mayor Friday, becoming the youngest mayor in a generation.
Katie Wilson sworn in as Seattle mayor: ‘This is your city’
www.seattletimes.com
January 2, 2026 at 7:47 PM
Katie Wilson was sworn in as Seattle mayor Friday, becoming the youngest mayor in a generation.
From the inbox: @usdot.bsky.social, in partnership with the Department of War, announced +$25m to provide local paramedics incl Vancouver Wash. area, with roadside blood transfusion programs. www.newswise.com/articles/uni...
www.newswise.com
January 2, 2026 at 5:25 PM
From the inbox: @usdot.bsky.social, in partnership with the Department of War, announced +$25m to provide local paramedics incl Vancouver Wash. area, with roadside blood transfusion programs. www.newswise.com/articles/uni...
There always are some! Go ahead and ship a bit more info to mlindblom@seattletimes.com and I can phone/message you back if intrigued. And have a Happy New Year -
December 31, 2025 at 8:18 PM
There always are some! Go ahead and ship a bit more info to mlindblom@seattletimes.com and I can phone/message you back if intrigued. And have a Happy New Year -
East Marginal Way bike trail?
December 31, 2025 at 7:29 PM
East Marginal Way bike trail?
The City of Destiny is beckoning
December 30, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The City of Destiny is beckoning