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Featured Stories
Metro A Line Extension to Pomona Will Open September 19
By Joe Linton, July 24
Rest in Power, Benito Flores
By Damien Newton, July 21


Top Headlines:
More On Pomona A Line Opening September 19 (LAist, Urbanize, Metro)
Pasadena Approves Placemaking Overhaul Of Lake Ave (Pasadena Now)
Glendora Plans TOD Around A Line Station (Urbanize)
Pomona Renters Win Rent Control (Public Press)
Neighbors Push For Safer Sierra Bonita (Pasadena Complete Sts.)
Merced Avenue Greenway Advances to Phase 2 (Active SGV/X)
What To Do If ICE Stops You In Car, Bus, or Train (L.A. Taco)
Pasadena Looks To Make Speed Bump Installation Easier (Pasadena Now)
Claremont Readies for National Night Out (Claremont Courier)
Remembering Reclaimer Benito Flores (Public Press, LAT)
Capital & Main On Viral ICE Resistance In Paramount

And here’s some Streetsblog stories from around the country from the past week:

  • SGV Connect 148: World Cup, 6-7 Edition
    by The Editorial Team
    June 12, 2026
    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.
  • South Pasadena Approves Protected Bike Lane for Entirety of Fremont Ave.
    by The Editorial Team
    June 5, 2026
    After some concerns about lost parking, residents convinced the city council to keep its complete streets concept uniform.
  • El Monte’s Zamora Park is Finished Rebuilding
    by The Editorial Team
    May 20, 2026
    The thoughtful redesign fits seamlessly into the old Hayes neighborhood of town.
  • South Pasadena Approves Complete Streets Concept for Huntington Drive
    by The Editorial Team
    May 15, 2026
    Meanwhile, the city looks to refine concepts for specific stretches of Fremont Avenue. Local cyclists of all ages continue to pedal the project forward.
  • Eyes on the Street – Colima Road Bike Lanes
    by The Editorial Team
    May 8, 2026
    The scenic route will run from the edge of Whittier to Fullerton Rd, and it’s already more than halfway done.
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