LADOT News

April is recognized around the world as Earth Month. At LADOT, we recognize the critical role transportation policy plays in building a more sustainable future for our city and planet. Last weekend we kicked off one of our most ambitious projects to improve environmental outcomes in communities most impacted by pollution: the South LA Eco-Lab.

LADOT is working closely with a coalition of community groups to launch this initiative, which is made possible with nearly $60 million in state and local grants. The project will further a socially...

The City of Los Angeles launched the LA Al Fresco program to support restaurants during the early stages of the pandemic. The program allowed restaurants to continue serving patrons outdoors while indoor dining was restricted, and became a lifeline for these local businesses. As the need for pandemic restrictions has passed, LA Al Fresco proves to be a popular program that repurposes public space in support of community and economic vitality of neighborhoods.

In response to the program’s popularity last year, the City Council adopted an ordinance making LA...

That's right, dust off your caps, break out your foam fingers, and get ready to cheer because Dodger baseball begins this week!

Opening Day is always a special occasion, filled with anticipation, excitement, and the promise of a thrilling season ahead. It's a time when fans come together to cheer on our beloved team, united in our love for the game and our city.

At LADOT, we take pride in our role of making sure fans can get to and from Dodger Stadium on game day safely and efficiently. For each home game of the coming season, LADOT...

Tomorrow, March 21st at 9:00 AM, LADOT will accept applications for the 2024 Residential Speed Hump Program. Speeding on residential streets puts our communities at risk and is a safety concern for all Angelenos. A pedestrian hit by a vehicle going 20 miles per hour has a 90 percent chance of survival, but the likelihood of a pedestrian surviving a crash at 40 miles per hour drops to 20%. That's why LADOT uses every tool available to design streets that are safe for our most vulnerable users.

Speed Humps are a key tool to improve safety and...

Just like our City, LADOT never stops moving. This weekend is a good example of the wide range of operations that the department manages.

LADOT Special Traffic Operations Crews will begin setting up closures and detour routes to support the 39th running of the Los Angeles Marathon late Saturday night into Sunday morning. This event attracts thousands of athletes from around the world to run from Dodger Stadium to Century City through the heart of our City.

As marathon runners are crossing the finish line on Sunday, an LADOT hosted...

Join us this Sunday, March 17, 2024, for the running of the 39th Los Angeles Marathon. The race will start at Dodger Stadium, taking participants through the heart of Los Angeles, and concluding on the Avenue of the Stars in Century City.

Please be advised that there will be road closures along the course to ensure the safety of participants and spectators. A map of the marathon route and road closures can be seen below.

Stay informed to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience. For real-time updates and important announcements on race day...

This month we celebrate Women’s History Month – a time to recognize and honor women both past and present for their contributions and accomplishments.

Women's History Month is itself an example of women coming together to support one another and advocate for themselves. It traces its roots back to a local Women’s History Week celebration that inspired a coalition of women’s rights groups to lobby for national recognition. Over time, it evolved into a month-long observance, officially recognized by the U.S. government in 1987 dedicated to...

Tuesday March 5th, is the last day to vote in California’s 2024 Primary Election! If you are eligible, exercising your right to vote represents a fundamental practice of citizenship. Your choices will help determine the people who represent your voice in government and in some cases directly impact laws and how resources are allocated within our communities.

Just as transportation options are fundamental to accessing services and opportunities across Los Angeles, they are also essential in getting to the polls. All LADOT DASH services...

This Sunday marks the first CicLAvia of 2024, and we at LADOT are thrilled to kick off another year of open streets! CicLAvia has been organizing open streets events across Los Angeles since 2010, and they are both a great way to spend your Sunday and so much more. CicLAvia inspires and attracts people of all ages and backgrounds to come out to celebrate community, explore new neighborhoods, and enjoy the outdoors -- all while promoting active transportation like biking, walking, or using public transit in their daily lives.

The beauty of...

This week marks the vibrant celebration of the Lunar New Year, an event observed in cultures around the world. As one of the most diverse cities on Earth, Los Angeles embraces this significant event.

In the Chinese Zodiac, the coming year represents the Year of the Dragon and this Saturday, the 125th Golden Dragon Parade will march through the streets of L.A.’s Chinatown. Steeped in history, Chinatown has been and continues to be the cultural and economic hub of L.A.’s Chinese-American community. For generations it has welcomed visitors of...