Metro's Regional Connector to revolutionize LA County transportation with June 16 opening.

The Regional Connector, a new two-mile rail line in Los Angeles, will open on June 16, connecting the Gold, Blue, and Expo lines and allowing commuters to travel from Azusa to Long Beach in under two hours or from East LA to Santa Monica in just over an hour. The $335 million project, which is two years behind schedule, will eliminate the need for transfers between lines and is crucial to the city's plan to expand its rail network ahead of the 2028 Olympics. The line includes four stops, including one 100 feet below ground, and features art depicting the city's history and struggles.