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One of 15 alternatives proposed for mass transit investments in the SGV. Image: San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments

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Study Maps Alternatives for New San Gabriel Valley Transit Investment

Joe Linton

Metro’s new Regional Connector Little Tokyo station taking shape this week. Photos by Joe Linton/Streetsblog L.A.

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Eyes on the Stations: DTLA Regional Connector Subway Construction

<p>Sahra is Communities Editor for Streetsblog L.A., covering the intersection of mobility with race, class, history, representation, policing, housing, health, culture, community, and access to the public space in Boyle Heights and South Central Los Angeles.</p>


Sahra Sulaiman

Although LAPD claims they shot 22-year-old Margarito “Junior” López because he “advanced” toward officers while holding a knife, an examination of the body cam footage shows the standby warning for a “less lethal” projectile went unheeded, resulting in contagious fire. The warning (in green) is added by Streetsblog; LAPD elected not to include it in their transcription.

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LAPD Officers Who Killed Margarito López Didn’t Heed Standby Warning for “Less Lethal” Fire

The monumental new 6th Street Viaduct is nearing completion. Photos by Joe Linton/Streetsblog L.A.

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Eyes on the 6th Street Bridge: Concrete Arch Pours Completed

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Kristopher Fortin

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Pasadena Makes Progress on Getting Local Control Over State Route 710 Stub

Metro plans to cut bus service to make service somewhat more reliable. Photo by Joe Linton/Streetsblog L.A.

Metro Operations Update: Operator Pay Raise, Another Motion to Restore Service Later

Councilmember Nithya Raman and Streetsblog L.A. Editor Joe Linton – photo courtesy of LACBC

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Councilmember Raman Making Good on Pledge to Expand Bike Infrastructure

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LA Metro Staff Recommends 10+ Percent Temporary Service Cut

Damien Newton

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Piloting a Gentler, Helpful Response to Non-Emergency 911 Calls Involving Unhoused Angelenos

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Three Recalls Rejected on the Westside