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SGV Connect 139: ICE By Chris Greenspon and Damien Newton on August 7, 2025 Top Headlines: ICE Damaging L.A. Economy (KABC) Sweltering So Cal Heat Wave (LAT, LAist, KTLA) Foothill Transit Offers Rides to Parks and Splash Pads Wildfire Smoke Causing So Cal Air Quality Alerts (KCAL) CA Bill Would Stop Uber/Lyft From Charging More For Low Battery (LAist) Pasadena Complete Streets Urges Speed Hump Policy Reform There’s a Gardening/Food Prep Demonstration at the Lopez Urban Farm in Pomona This Sunday. Signup here. Sunday Also Sees a Free GO SGV E-Bike Pop-Up in Walnut Nature Park. Get More Details Here. The Burke Heritage Park and Marengo Yard Stormwater Capture Project, xeriscaping will conserve water, reduce maintenance, and support local wildlife. Learn more here.
And here’s some Streetsblog stories from around the country from the past week:
In this special World Cup edition of SGV Connect, Damien Newton talks with Foothill Transit Communications Director Felicia Friesema about how transit agencies across Los Angeles County are preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Meanwhile, the city looks to refine concepts for specific stretches of Fremont Avenue. Local cyclists of all ages continue to pedal the project forward.
In this special World Cup edition of SGV Connect, Damien Newton talks with Foothill Transit Communications Director Felicia Friesema about how transit agencies across Los Angeles County are preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
After some concerns about lost parking, residents convinced the city council to keep its complete streets concept uniform.
The thoughtful redesign fits seamlessly into the old Hayes neighborhood of town.
Meanwhile, the city looks to refine concepts for specific stretches of Fremont Avenue. Local cyclists of all ages continue to pedal the project forward.
The scenic route will run from the edge of Whittier to Fullerton Rd, and it’s already more than halfway done.
