Terrible news. Here is the statement from Metro: Metro is saddened to learn of the passing of one of our family members this morning as a result of a horrific accident in downtown Los Angeles. Our thoughts and prayers are with the bus operator’s family and friends during this difficult [continue reading]
Another milestone today for the Purple Line Extension as Metro has officially invited construction firms to submit proposals to build the 3.9-mile first segment of the Purple Line Extension subway between Wilshire/Western and Wilshire/La Cienega. The proposals are due on Dec. 19 from the four firms that Metro deemed qualified in [continue reading]
Here is a look at some of the transportation headlines gathered by us and the Metro Library. The full list of headlines is posted on the Library’s Headlines blog, which you can also access via email subscription or RSS feed. Angelenos get their say about Wilshire subway (KNBC) View more videos at: http://nbclosangeles.com. A [continue reading]
The great thing about the Grand Park Downtown Farmer’s Market is that the food is better than it needs to be. And it’s such a pleasant surprise to find smack in the middle of the downtown L.A., surrounded by the courts, the LA Times and beautiful City Hall. Take the Metro Red or Purple Line to [continue reading]
Here is a look at some of the transportation headlines gathered by us and the Metro Library. The full list of headlines is posted on the Library’s Headlines blog, which you can also access via email subscription or RSS feed. Westside development fuels debate over growth — smart or otherwise (L.A. Times) A good [continue reading]
Fed up with traffic? Worried about smog and climate change? Wondering what you can do to help? Metro Speaks is an colaborative of Metro employees who are available to provide free presentations throughout Los Angeles County on a variety of transportation topics: New ridesharing options such as carpools and vanpools [continue reading]
Run for the Valley … or be patient, make alternate travel plans and/or join the celebration. In addition to a Westside snarled by President Obama’s mid-day visit today, downtown L.A. will be a traffic mess this afternoon and evening when former President Bill Clinton and other celebs drop by Grand Park to attend Celebrate LA [continue reading]
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=M7YWKp3_-pc]Here’s a video teaser for the LA River Ride this Sunday, June 9, starting at 7 a.m. It could be a great day out. Start and finish are in Griffith Park near the Autry Center. Rides range from 100 miles to a little kids’ ride (no miles). Live music, food etc. [continue reading]
Traffic will certainly take a hit tomorrow, as President Obama visits the Westside. Metro is advising riders traveling through the area that bus detours may be necessary but that these are subject to change — depending on traffic — and can’t be announced in advance because of security concerns for the President’s [continue reading]
Here is a look at some of the transportation headlines gathered by us and the Metro Library. The full list of headlines is posted on the Library’s Headlines blog, which you can also access via email subscription or RSS feed. Grove developer wants to extend trolley beyond shopping center (L.A. Times) Rick Caruso says [continue reading]
