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    May 23, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  1. Funding OKd for light-rail station in Leimert Park

    After years spent fighting for a light-rail station in Leimert Park, South Los Angeles community members got their wish Thursday with the approval of full funding for a stop in the heart of L.A.'s African American community.
    After years spent fighting for a light-rail station in Leimert Park, South Los Angeles community members got their wish Thursday with the approval of full funding for a stop in the heart of L.A.'s African American community. To cheering and applause...

    Tags: Los Angeles International Airport, Mark Ridley-Thomas, Arts and Culture, Antonio Villaraigosa, Arts

    2. May 23, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  2. Metro board approves Crenshaw Line's Leimert Park Village station

    The Metropolitan Transportation Authority on Thursday approved $80 million for an underground train station in Leimert Park Village along the Crenshaw Line, ending two years of uncertainty over the station's future.
    The Metropolitan Transportation Authority on Thursday approved $80 million for an underground train station in Leimert Park Village along the Crenshaw Line, ending two years of uncertainty over the station's future. The motion, sponsored by L.A....

    Tags: Los Angeles International Airport, Mark Ridley-Thomas, Eric Garcetti, Antonio Villaraigosa

    3. May 23, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  3. The wise move on the Leimert Park station

    When the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's board took up L.A. County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas' proposal Thursday to add two stations to the new Crenshaw light-rail line, Lakewood City Councilwoman Diane DuBois asked the right question. Then she gave the wrong answer.
    When the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's board took up L.A. County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas' proposal Thursday to add two stations to the new Crenshaw light-rail line, Lakewood City Councilwoman Diane DuBois asked the right question. Then she...

    Tags: Mark Ridley-Thomas

    4. May 22, 2013 |Story| AP Member Choice Complete

  4. Disgraced ex-congressman Anthony Weiner running for New York mayor

    NEW YORK — Former Rep. Anthony Weiner,  whose career imploded in a rash of raunchy tweets two years ago, announced in a YouTube video late Tuesday that he is running for mayor of New York.
    NEW YORK — Former Rep. Anthony Weiner,  whose career imploded in a rash of raunchy tweets two years ago, announced in a YouTube video late Tuesday that he is running for mayor of New York. “I made some big mistakes and I know I let a lot...

    Tags: Democratic Party, Local Elections, Anthony D. Weiner, Newspaper and Magazine, Politics

    5. May 19, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  5. Alhambra supports controversial freeway tunnel

    The city of Alhambra last week reaffirmed its support for a controversial tunnel that would connect the 710 and 210 freeways, proclaiming July 10 as “710 Day” in the city.
    The city of Alhambra last week reaffirmed its support for a controversial tunnel that would connect the 710 and 210 freeways, proclaiming July 10 as “710 Day” in the city. “We as a city want to raise awareness that now is the time [the...

    Tags: Arrested Development (tv program) , Highway Transportation

    6. May 18, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  6. Mayor candidates on transportation: innovation vs. tried and true

    During eight years in office, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa staked much of his legacy on transportation. He lobbied Washington for millions of dollars in federal funding. He oversaw the addition of 150 miles of bike lanes. And, five years ago, he won voter approval of Measure R, the countywide half-cent sales tax expected to raise more than $30 billion over 30 years for a dozen new transportation projects.
    During eight years in office, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa staked much of his legacy on transportation. He lobbied Washington for millions of dollars in federal funding. He oversaw the addition of 150 miles of bike lanes. And, five years ago, he...

    Tags: Local Elections, Subway Transportation Industry, Highway Transportation, Politics, Polls

    7. May 18, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  7. Fractured rail possible cause of Connecticut train crash

    Ruling out foul play, federal investigators were looking at a fractured rail as the possible cause of the Connecticut train crash that left dozens of commuters injured and is expected to disrupt travel in and out of New York City for weeks to come.
    Ruling out foul play, federal investigators were looking at a fractured rail as the possible cause of the Connecticut train crash that left dozens of commuters injured and is expected to disrupt travel in and out of New York City for weeks to come. Earl...

    Tags: Domestic Travel, Disasters and Accidents, South Norwalk, New Haven (New Haven, Connecticut), National Transportation Safety Board

    8. May 17, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  8. Sixty injured, 5 critically, after trains collide outside NYC

    NEW YORK -- Five people were hospitalized in critical condition Friday and dozens more were treated for less serious injuries after a commuter train headed from New York City to suburban Connecticut derailed and hit a train headed in the opposite direction, officials said.
    NEW YORK -- Five people were hospitalized in critical condition Friday and dozens more were treated for less serious injuries after a commuter train headed from New York City to suburban Connecticut derailed and hit a train headed in the opposite...

    Tags: Grand Central Terminal, Long Island Rail Road, Dannel P. Malloy

    9. May 15, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  9. Alhambra declares '710 Day,' reaffirms support for freeway extension

    Proclaiming July 10 as "710 Day" in the city, Alhambra reaffirmed its support for a controversial tunnel that would connect the Long Beach and Foothill freeways.
    Proclaiming July 10 as "710 Day" in the city, Alhambra reaffirmed its support for a controversial tunnel that would connect the Long Beach and Foothill freeways. “We as a city want to raise awareness that now is the time [the 710 freeway] can be...

    Tags: Transportation, Highway Transportation, Travel

    10. May 5, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  10. Metta World Peace promotes mental health with new campaign

    Metta World Peace has taken a leadership role in fostering mental health awareness.
    Metta World Peace has taken a leadership role in fostering mental health awareness. Starting Monday, World Peace and the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health will partner in May for Mental Health Awareness Month. World Peace's "Talk It Out"...

    Tags: Jordan Hill, Auction Service, Behavioral Conditions, Metta World Peace, Mental Health

    11. May 1, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  11. Leimert Park Village deserves a rail station

    Two years ago, every one of the elected officials representing South Los Angeles — members of the City Council, the Legislature and Congress — joined in an unprecedented show of unity to call for the Crenshaw-to-LAX light-rail line to include a stop in Leimert Park Village.
    Two years ago, every one of the elected officials representing South Los Angeles — members of the City Council, the Legislature and Congress — joined in an unprecedented show of unity to call for the Crenshaw-to-LAX light-rail line to...

    Tags: Los Angeles International Airport, Transportation, Railway Transportation, Travel, Antonio Villaraigosa

    12. Apr 25, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  12. Toll lane transponder fee suspended for L.A. County residents

    A controversial monthly fee tied to Los Angeles County's new toll lane system was suspended Thursday after a lengthy discussion and divided vote by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority board.
    A controversial monthly fee tied to Los Angeles County's new toll lane system was suspended Thursday after a lengthy discussion and divided vote by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority board. For the next six months, Los Angeles County residents...

    Tags: Transportation, Mark Ridley-Thomas, Highway Transportation, Road Transportation, Travel

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