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A maintenance worker at Metro’s Division 5 bus yard in South Los Angeles has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. The employee was last at work on Monday, March 16, and Metro received confirmation of a positive COVID-19 test on Monday, March 23. The worker had been hospitalized but was [continue reading]
The following is a letter to Metrolink riders from Metrolink CEO Stephanie Wiggins: Dear Loyal Riders – It’s hard to believe how much our lives have changed in just a few short weeks – and especially since last Thursday when Governor Newsom directed all except those working in essential services [continue reading]
•As of Monday morning, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has confirmed 409 cases of COVID-19 virus in the county with five deaths. Those numbers are expected to rise as testing increases. •Metro has stepped up cleaning, we’ve directed Metro bus operators to use the protective barriers installed [continue reading]
A Metro online press briefing held this morning just concluded — watch it here — with several important announcements about steps the agency is taking during the COVID-19 crisis to [continue reading]
•There are 190 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Los Angeles County as of noon Wednesday, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. Those numbers will be updated Thursday afternoon. •We continue to remind everyone that the best defense for everyone includes: –Wash your hands frequently with soap [continue reading]
Obviously there is one and only news item to discuss today as the local, state and national response to the COVID-19 virus continues to evolve. As of now, Metro is running its regular weekday service. Two other points: •Metro is unaware of any employees with the COVID-19 virus and we [continue reading]
It goes without saying that coronavirus is and will continue to be the big story in our region and across the world in the coming days. Metro has been fielding press inquiries and our messaging is this: we’re continuing the daily (sometimes more) cleaning regimen on buses, trains and facilities. [continue reading]
This page is being updated as Metro responds to the ongoing health crisis. Sign up for updates from Metro on COVID-19 Metro COVID-19 FAQ UPDATE, Jan. 5, 2021: Metro experiencing staff shortages and canceled trips due to regional surge in COVID-19 cases. More details here. UPDATE, Dec. 18, 2020: Metro [continue reading]
Dept. of Early Train Testing This past Tuesday we ran a test train on the segment of track between Hindry near LAX & Ivy Street in Inglewood. The train crossed the 405 for the first time! Work continues by our contractor to finish Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project. Sign up for updates [continue reading]
Dept. of Kobe There will obviously be a big crowd for the Lakers home game against Portland on Friday night at Staples Center. The A Line (Blue) and E Line [continue reading]
