Romance on the rails — she said yes!
Attentive readers know that we like to use The Source tout some of the benefits of taking transit: it’s generally better for the environment; it’s better than sitting/going crazy in [continue reading]
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Anna Chen
New Metro Manners videos are here!
One year ago, we debuted Metro Manners: a transit etiquette campaign starring magical girl Super Kind and her arch-nemesis, Rude Dude. You can refresh your memory and view the previous [continue reading]
Pride of the Valley Open Streets event is taking place this Sunday, Sept. 16
The cities of Baldwin Park, Irwindale and L.A. County Parks and Recreation have partnered with Metro to host the Pride of the Valley Open Streets event on Sunday, Sept. 16. [continue reading]
Where to get a limited edition LAFC TAP card
Over the years, many people have asked me why we can’t publicly sell TAP cards featuring our local beloved sports teams. The reason is simply that we don’t have permission [continue reading]
Become a champion for a greener L.A.
The Envision Rating System is an international standard for assessing the sustainability of projects across a variety of categories. It’s used by Metro, L.A. County and the City of Los [continue reading]
September is Rail Safety Month and our Transit Safety team has goodies to share with you
Look, listen and stay alive! September is Rail Safety Month in California. Rail safety is a team effort and everyone needs to do their part in sharing knowledge and facts [continue reading]
MyFigueroa — a better, more complete street for all modes of transportation
#HappeningNow: We're LIVE at the @MyFigueroa Ribbon Cutting with @MayorofLA, @LADOT, @MetroLosAngeles, and the community to showcase the new Figueroa streetscape — a great mix of multimodal planning. #Planning4LA pic.twitter.com/a9zs2j90RB [continue reading]
Bicycle Friendly Business Districts encourage more local bike trips
Bicycle Friendly Business Districts (BFBD) promote and provide incentives for residents and visitors to make local trips by bike. Discounts or amenities may be offered at businesses for bike riders. [continue reading]
Work begins on Blue Line Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station Improvement Project
Here’s the press release from Metro: The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) held an event today with state and federal officials and local stakeholders to announce the start [continue reading]
Take Metrolink to the L.A. County Fair
The L.A. County Fair returns this fall from Aug. 31 through Sept. 23, and you can take Metrolink straight to the fairgrounds. Weekend trains on the San Bernardino Line will make additional [continue reading]