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The new landmarkbridge will extend nearly a mile - all the way from Boyle Heights, over the Los Angeles River, and into downtown Los Angeles.
It will include ample space for cars and pedestrians. Where cyclists are expected to fit as yet remains unclear. Protected bike laneswere promised in the original documents, but have yet to make a formal appearance in a rendering, model, or budget.
The new arches have not been built yet, but their Y-shaped bases are visible today, especially east of the river. Construction appears to be furthest along near the 101 Freeway, with very little visible construction on the downtown end, west of the river.
Disgraced Councilmember Kevin de León finally bows out, two years after his racist scandal roiled the city. Newcomer Ysabel Jurado, who handily defeated him in November, takes the reins of Council District 14 today.
For our last podcast of the calendar year, SGV Connect is excited to announce an “Ask Me Anything” episode with Felicia Friesema the Director of Marketing and Communications for Foothill Transit.