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Advocates say they’re disappointed with the decision, citing data that show access to transportation can make the difference for people escaping poverty. -
President Joe Biden said Thursday a tentative railway labor agreement has been reached, averting a potentially devastating strike before the pivotal midterm elections.
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Freight rail workers are threatening to strike Friday if a contract is not reached. The unions are demanding protections for workers who take unscheduled time off for medical needs.
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The Route Fire that broke out last week seriously damaged the northbound 5 Freeway near Castaic. It’s unclear when closed lanes will reopen.
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We asked L.A. drivers what it would take for them to go car-free.
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The new promises are arriving just as the U.S. Department of Transportation rolls out a new website that will allow air travelers to see what they're legally entitled to when an airline cancels or significantly delays their flight.
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Look past the headlines and you’ll find a new public space Angelenos are making their own. Here are some of their stories.
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Residents of Angelino Heights say that "The Fast and The Furious" movies contribute to a dangerous car culture.
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L.A. parking rules are confusing (and enraging). This guide will help.
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The city set a goal to start prioritizing safe space for people walking, biking and taking transit. But the city has so far failed to implement it.
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That means more space for people to walk and roll over the L.A. River. City leaders are also considering a “bridge maintenance charge” for the many film and TV shoots expected in the viaduct’s future.
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Compared to the vast road network in L.A., the short span of asphalt that’s closed to cars is pretty minor. But safety advocates are celebrating it as a big win in car-centric L.A., where reclaiming space for people has been an uphill battle.
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