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This is 30: On the art and science of station design

by India Mandelkern , July 6, 2023

The next time you visit a Metro train station, take a minute to look around. Nothing you see is left to chance. Every staircase, furnishing, and lighting schematic was a [continue reading]

LIFE Program upcoming enrollment events

by LA Metro , July 3, 2023

The LIFE program is enrolling riders throughout Los Angeles County. Once you’re in the program, you can load 20 free regional rides on Metro or purchase a discounted pass on any of 13 LIFE participating transit agencies (see this page for list). Join us at an upcoming event to enroll [continue reading]

A look at crossovers on Purple (D Line) Extension’s first section

by Ned Racine , July 3, 2023

  In classic crime stories, someone calling you a “double crosser” was a bad omen. It might indicate … a rough road ahead, to say it one way. In subway [continue reading]

How to Sign up for Public Transportation Discounts with Metro LIFE program 

by Mey Mitteenn , July 3, 2023

This story was originally written for El Pasajero, Metro’s Spanish-language blog. Find the story here The entire family of Marco Antonio Mejia relies on Metro public transportation for their commutes. [continue reading]

Work to build new bus lanes along La Brea begins July 5

by Emily Cadena , July 3, 2023

In partnership with the Los Angeles Department of Transportation, Metro is pleased to announce the upcoming installation of the initial phase of the La Brea Av Bus Priority Lanes Project. [continue reading]

Go Metro to these 5 FREE events and celebrate 4th of July!

by LA Metro , June 30, 2023

The Fourth of July holiday is just around the corner! To celebrate, there are plenty of events in our region for all tastes, whether you want to see fireworks, have [continue reading]

Go Metro to LAFC vs Galaxy at Rose Bowl on 4th of July

by LA Metro , June 30, 2023

The much-anticipated game is finally happening on Tuesday night at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. If you don’t want to hassle with parking and driving to the Rose Bowl, you can take our A Line train to Pasadena and catch the Rose Bowl’s shuttle from Old Pasadena to the stadium. [continue reading]

July 2023 Service Councils: new time for Gateway Cities, no San Fernando Valley meeting

by LA Metro , June 30, 2023

In May, the Gateway Cities Service Council voted to change their meeting time from 2 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. starting with their July 13 meeting. The Council made this change in hopes that it would make it easier for the public to participate and to make it easier for those [continue reading]

Go Metro to Anime Expo at LA Convention Center July 1-4

by LA Metro , June 30, 2023

It’s easy to Go Metro to the Anime Expo at the Los Angeles Convention Center from July 1 through July 4. •Our Pico Station — shared by the A Line [continue reading]

Independence Day TAP cards now available

by LA Metro , June 30, 2023

Metro is commemorating Independence Day with a brand-new commemorative TAP card available now at Metro Customer Centers and the select TAP vending machines listed below. On July 4 1776, The [continue reading]

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