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Metro plans to extend Eastside light rail to Montebello. Residents express their views
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Alejandra Molina , as published by Los Angeles Times - California
· June 19, 2026
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Metro is considering a significant expansion of its rail network in the Los Angeles area. 7 miles to the existing E Line. This new segment would connect East Los Angeles to Montebello, providing residents with improved public transportation options.
The extension would include the construction of four new stations, altering the local landscape. One notable change would be the relocation of the current Atlantic stop to an underground location. 9 billion, are available from the Los Angeles Times.
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Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: Los Angeles Times - California ·
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What is this story about? Metro is considering a significant expansion of its rail network in the Los Angeles area. The proposed extension would add 4.7 miles to the existing E Line. This new segment would connect East Los…
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