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Story summary
- Seattle's light rail across Lake Washington will open on March 28, 2026, after a decade of planning and nearly $4 billion in investment.
- Economists compare it to the Oresund Bridge linking Copenhagen and Malmö, noting economic transformation.
- Urban planner Helle Søholt says the bridge changed lifestyles, increasing housing near transit and livability rankings.
- Experts say Seattle's light rail could similarly boost economic growth and housing dynamics in the region.
