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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:

  • Eyes on the Street: Grevelia Pocket Park
    by The Editorial Team
    July 1, 2026
    This park tucks a well-curated piece of green space into a nook of South Pasadena by the 110 Freeway.
  • Pasadena Passes Restorative Justice Elements for 710 Stub Plan
    by The Editorial Team
    June 24, 2026
    City council enthusiastically approved restitution for those displaced by the freeway, but questions linger about who may qualify and how the money will be raised.
  • 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.
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