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News & Updates

Breaking transit news, construction milestones, and policy updates that affect how you'll get to the 2028 Olympics.

Breaking News
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Breaking
LAX People Mover Confirmed for June 2026 — Plus $94M in Federal Olympics Transit Funding
The LAX Automated People Mover is now scheduled to open in June 2026, connecting the airport to the Metro rail network for the first time.
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D Line Subway Reaches Wilshire/La Cienega May 8 — What Changes for Olympic Transit
The D Line Purple Line Extension opens Phase 1 on May 8, 2026, extending from Wilshire/Western to Wilshire/La Cienega.
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Update
D Line Extension Opens May 8, 2026: LA Metro's Biggest Expansion in a Decade
LA Metro's first new heavy rail segment in years brings Wilshire Blvd riders three new underground stations.
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LA Metro Deploying 300+ Buses for 2026 World Cup — Full-Scale Dress Rehearsal for 2028
LA Metro borrowing 200 buses from 11 agencies for World Cup. Olympics will need 1,747-2,700 extra buses.
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Analysis
LA Needs 2,700 Buses for the Olympics. It Has Commitments for 650.
LA Metro's Games Enhanced Transit Service plan requires 2,700 buses to double the fleet for the 2028 Olympics.
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Analysis
10 of 28 Transit Projects Won't Be Ready. Here's LA's Backup Plan.
Only 18 of LA's original 28 Olympic transit projects will be ready by 2028. What's on track, what's delayed, and what it means.
Venue Guides
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Venue
SoFi Stadium — K Line Transit Guide for Opening Ceremony
Get to SoFi Stadium for 2028 Olympics by K Line light rail. 5-minute walk from Inglewood station.
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Venue
Intuit Dome — Basketball & Gymnastics via K Line
Metro guide to Intuit Dome for 2028 Olympics basketball. 10-minute walk from Inglewood station.
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Rose Bowl Soccer — A Line & Shuttles from Pasadena
Get to Rose Bowl Stadium for 2028 Olympics soccer via A Line. Free shuttle from Memorial Park station.
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Venue
Downtown LA — Crypto.com Arena & Convention Center
Downtown LA Olympic venues metro guide: boxing, hockey, volleyball, weightlifting all within walking distance of Metro.
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Venue
UCLA Water Polo & Gymnastics — D Line Extension Guide
D Line (Purple Line) extension to UCLA opens 2025. 45 minutes from downtown to water polo and gymnastics.
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Directory
Every 2028 Venue & Nearest Metro Station
Complete list of all 2028 Olympics venues mapped to their nearest LA Metro stations with walking directions.
How-To Guides
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How-To
TAP Card Guide — Buy, Load & Use for 2028
Everything you need to know about LA Metro's TAP card system. Buy at stations, load fares, use for all buses and rail.
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How-To
LAX to Metro — Airport Connector Guide
LAX Airport Metro Connector opens 2026. 19 minutes from terminal to Metro rail connection.
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How-To
Day Passes & Fares Guide — 2028 Olympics Pricing
LA Metro fares, day passes, and TAP cards for 2028 Olympics. Complete pricing and payment options.
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How-To
International Visitor's LA Metro Guide
LA Metro guide for international visitors: TAP cards, fares, safety, and how to reach all 2028 Olympic venues from LAX.
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How-To
K Line to Inglewood — Direct Route to SoFi & The Forum
Complete K Line to Inglewood guide. Direct rail access to SoFi Stadium, The Forum, and Intuit Dome.
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Accessibility
Wheelchair & Mobility Aid Access for 2028 Olympics
Complete accessibility guide for LA Metro during 2028 Olympics. Wheelchair access, mobility aids, ADA services.
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Safety
Metro Safety Tips for Olympic Visitors
Safety guide for riding LA Metro during 2028 Olympics. Best practices for valuables, traveling alone, and night rides.
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How-To
Park and Ride to the Olympics — Best Metro Parking Lots
Park and ride guide for LA Metro during 2028 Olympics. Affordable parking at metro stations, then ride to venues.
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How-To
Late Night Transit — Getting Home After Evening Events
Late night transit guide for LA Metro during 2028 Olympics. Extended service hours and alternatives after last train.