Damage to an overhead power supply wire near the San Pedro Station resulted in power loss to the southbound Blue Line track and both Expo Line tracks this morning. As of 9:10 a.m. power has been restored to the southbound Expo Line track. A bus bridge is still in effect between [continue reading]
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLdFMY8abtM] A reminder for those heading to Masquerade Motel: take advantage of the Gold Line, all rides on Metro system to and from the show are free with proof of concert ticket purchase. See Live Nation’s monster news release on how to get there or get around the concert. Tonight [continue reading]
Metro is launching a new campaign to increase bicycle traffic safety in Los Angeles County. The campaign will include signs on buses, billboards and radio spots with the message “Every Lane is a Bike Lane … Bicyclists may need a full lane; Please share the road.” The ads will run [continue reading]
Old Pasadena Happy Hour Week started last Friday and continues until March 15. Head over after work for live entertainment and special deals on drinks and appetizers. Want to save even more? Show your TAP card at Bar Celona to save 15% on your bill. Bar Celona and all Old [continue reading]
Temple City held a groundbreaking ceremony Friday morning for the Rosemead Boulevard Safety Enhancement and Beautification Project. The project will redesign the two-mile stretch of Rosemead Blvd. from Callita Street to the south side of the UPRR railroad tracks and transform one of Temple City’s main commercial corridors into a complete street. [continue reading]
With the weather warming up, what better than to spend the day outside with a good book? Bring the whole family to downtown’s Grand Park Book Fest, taking place Saturday, March 2. There will be performances, a pop-up indie bookstore, readings for all ages, music and more. Show your TAP [continue reading]
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jw10uiXI0Tg] Going to Swedish House Mafia’s Masquerade Motel? The music festival will take place March 8 and 9 at the L.A. State Historic Park, which is conveniently served by the Metro Gold Line Chinatown Station. The park is also just a short walk from Union Station. Your Masquerade Motel ticket [continue reading]
If the craving for pancakes hits you while you’re at Union Station, head over to Denny’s,located across from Patsaouras Plaza on Ramirez Street. The location is open 24/7, and now if you show your TAP card you’ll save 10% on your bill. The discount is valid at this Denny’s location [continue reading]
Those of you traveling around Hollywood have probably noticed some bus detours by now due to Oscars prep. Here’s a friendly reminder that you won’t be able to spot Robert Downey, Jr. by popping up from Hollywood/Highland Station on Sunday because it will be closed. Here’s the release from Metro: [continue reading]
Want to provide input towards the future of rail in California? Caltrans will be holding a workshop at Metro’s headquarters, One Gateway Plaza, tomorrow evening from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for the public to review and comment on the draft California State Rail Plan. Those unable to attend the meeting can participate in [continue reading]
