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The Wilshire subway should be a slam dunk for L.A. But luring riders may be a challenge 1552977-me-metro-d-line-stations-klb-181.jpg

On Friday, three new D Line stations will open along Wilshire Boulevard, linking Beverly Hills to downtown L.A. While many are excited to take advantage of the new line, there may be a 'steep learning curve' to getting Angelenos, literally, on board. LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 30, 2026: A pedestrian walks past the Metro D Line at Wilshire and LaBrea on Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Los Angeles, CA. The three new Metro D Line Subway Extensions are scheduled to open on May 8, 2026. (Kayla Bartkowski / Los Angeles Times)

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On Friday, three new D Line stations will open along Wilshire Boulevard, linking Beverly Hills to downtown L.A. While many are excited to take advantage of the new line, there may be a ‘steep learning curve’ to getting Angelenos, literally, on board. LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 30, 2026: A pedestrian walks past the Metro D Line at Wilshire and LaBrea on Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Los Angeles, CA. The three new Metro D Line Subway Extensions are scheduled to open on May 8, 2026. (Kayla Bartkowski / Los Angeles Times)

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