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LA uses World Cup to show off upgraded public transit and test plans to hold car-free Olympics
By Jaimie Ding, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 9, 2026
· 5 min read
When Matthew Smith took his five-year-old son to a World Cup game in the Los Angeles area earlier this month, they opted to take public transit instead of driving from their nearby coastal city.It was Smith's first time on the LA Metro in a decade, and the experience exceeded his expectations. “S...
Key takeaway That is the reaction Metro officials were hoping for as they used the 2026 FIFA World Cup's eight LA games to introduce — or reintroduce — people to the region's public transit system, often an afterthought in car-centric Los Angeles.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
As Terrell Hills residents consider the potential for enhanced public transit in their own community, the experience of Los Angeles during the World Cup offers valuable insight. With nearly 50,000 rides taken on rail lines for a single game, it's clear that a well-planned transit system can effectively manage large events. The addition of shuttle lines to transport people to venues not directly connected to the rail system is a strategy that could be applied to local events in the San Antonio area, such as festivals or sporting events. Furthermore, the efforts of LA Metro to address safety concerns, including the launch of its own police force, may inform similar initiatives in Bexar County, where public safety is a top priority. As Terrell Hills continues to grow and develop, the success of public transit systems in other cities can provide a roadmap for improving mobility and connectivity in the community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? When Matthew Smith took his five-year-old son to a World Cup game in the Los Angeles area earlier this month, they opted to take public transit instead of driving from their nearby coastal city.It was Smith's first time on the LA Metro in a decade, and the experience exceeded his expectations. “S...
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