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Which Way, L.A.?

Red Line to Be Extended

In 1985, subterranean methane exploded in LA's Fairfax District and a major business burned down.  LA's Democratic Congressman Henry Waxman led Congress to ban any tunneling in that part of town.  But since then, westside traffic congestion has become so bad that Waxman is leading an effort to repeal his own law .

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By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

In 1985, subterranean methane exploded in LA's Fairfax District and a major business burned down. LA's Democratic Congressman Henry Waxman led Congress to ban any tunneling in that part of town. But since then, westside traffic congestion has become so bad that Waxman is leading an effort to repeal his own law.

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Frances Anderton

    architecture critic and author

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