Transportation
Navigate Santa Monica's mobility landscape through our comprehensive transportation coverage. From Big Blue Bus updates and Metro developments to bike infrastructure and pedestrian improvements, we report on the latest in local transit news. Our coverage includes traffic patterns, parking policies, sustainable transportation initiatives, and developments affecting how people move through our coastal city. Stay informed about public transit changes, street improvements, mobility programs, and transportation projects that impact daily commutes and city accessibility. Whether tracking specific transit developments or following broader mobility trends, rely on Santa Monica Daily Press for essential coverage of our city's transportation network.
Expo construction causes street closures
Continuing construction on the Metro Expo Light Rail Line bridge at Olympic and Cloverfield boulevards will force overnight street closures...
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Road advisories
File photo Expo Light Rail Line Note the following activities: 1. Colorado Avenue between Fifth and 17th streets: Expect...
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New group wants to turn airport into park
NEW USE? The future of the embattled Santa Monica Airport may be as a park if a new group has...
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Loss of parking a concern with greenway plan
MICHIGAN AVE — City officials and many residents were optimistic but shared concerns about parking, traffic patterns and safety after...
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Bill mandates 3-foot buffer between cars, bikes
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The state Senate approved a bill on Monday that would require drivers to stay at least three...
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Road advisories
File photo Expo Light Rail Line Note the following activities: 1. 14th Street and Colorado Avenue: Scheduled traffic signal...
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Wilshire on-ramp, 405 north closing for construction
WEST L.A. —The eastbound Wilshire Boulevard on-ramp to the northbound San Diego (405) Freeway closed Friday night for 90 days,...
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Light rail work creates heavy traffic
MOVED ASIDE: Traffic backs up on the westbound side of Colorado Avenue on Thursday as a construction crew does infrastructure...
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Study recommends paid parking on PCH
PCH — A report solicited by the city of Malibu suggests officials explore installing paid parking slots along Pacific Coast...
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Brief: BBB announces fall service changes
Beginning Aug. 25, Big Blue Bus will be adjusting routes to comply with passenger requests and deal with low ridership....
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