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All aboard the D Line! First phase of historic Metro line extension opens
Before today, the D Line ran until Koreatown, largely parallel to the B Line.
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The first phase of the Los Angeles Metro D Line extension opened Friday, meaning riders can now access three new stops along Wilshire Boulevard.
The new stops: The three new Wilshire Boulevard stops are located at La Brea and Fairfax avenues and La Cienega Boulevard. The first phase of the extension will stretch D Line service from downtown L.A. to Beverly Hills. Before today, the D Line ran to Koreatown, largely parallel to the B Line.
Free fares: The entire Metro system — including bus, rail, bike share and Metro Micro — will be free from Friday morning through early morning Monday. If you’re using Metro Bike Share, make sure to input the code 050826.
Official reaction: “We know we’re lucky to live in the best city in the world—world-class restaurants, museums and beaches, and yes, we deal with world-class traffic. But not for long," L.A. Mayor Karen Bass said at the grand opening. Sen. Adam Schiff thanked Angelenos for putting in "their own resources to make it happen.” The first phase of the extension was primarily funded through Measure R, a countywide sales tax that passed in 2008.
Celebrations at the new stations: KCRW DJs and food vendors will be at each of the new stations and the Western Avenue station in Koreatown. Throughout May and June, there will be activations at the new stations, including salsa dancing and basket-weaving classes.
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More to come: Two additional extensions of the D Line, currently forecast to open in 2027, will add four additional stations through Beverly Hills, Century City and Westwood Village.
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