The Much Needed Repairs of LA Roads and California Freeways

When it comes to the worst roads in the country, the LA Metropolitan area is second only to San Francisco, with San Diego not far behind. Altogether, the state needs $59 billion for freeway maintenance and repair. The gasoline tax might be going up, and there could be a vehicle tax in your future — even if you drive an electric car.

Also, there's a rail system in downtown Los Angeles that's 298 feet long. Angel's Flight is hardly the Bullet Train, but transportation-buffs are passionate about getting both cars moving again — two years after they were shut down.

Photo: Chris Waits