Rachel Uranga covers transportation and mobility for the Los Angeles Times. Before joining the newsroom, she was part of dot.LA’s founding team, where she rose to managing editor. She has also served on the editorial board of the Press Telegram and Daily Breeze and worked as a reporter at the Daily News, Los Angeles Business Journal and Reuters in Mexico City. She has written extensively about business, the criminal justice system and the supply chain, among other topics.
Latest From This Author
As L.A. officials and residents push to get rid of RV encampments, one woman’s story reflects the mountainous obstacles faced by those who try to find housing.
Oct. 3, 2023
The grave marker of a Jewish soldier was uncovered in a Lawndale backyard, and neighbors say there are likely several more. The site is in the right-of-way of the Metro C Line extension.
Sept. 29, 2023
Riders love the clean, quick, on-demand van service. But its costs are forcing difficult questions among transit officials faced with shrinking budgets and underserved riders.
Aug. 16, 2023
As El Segundo wins with a walk-off home run, hundreds of fans in the Southern California city celebrate the Little League team’s victory.
Aug. 27, 2023
10 more people are arrested after a two-day undercover investigation of a recent heist at the Nike Community Store in East Los Angeles.
Aug. 27, 2023
Los Angeles avoided significant roadway disasters as tropical storm arrived weaker than expected and when streets were relatively empty, in part due to people heeding warnings.
Aug. 21, 2023
Roads across Southern California are already beginning to flood after a morning of steady rain. A few places have also reported small mudslides.
Aug. 20, 2023
Tropical Storm Hilary rolled into Southern California, bringing steady, often heavy rain and ‘life-threatening’ flooding.
Aug. 20, 2023
An unprecedented tropical storm warning is in effect from the California-Mexico border to Point Mugu and for Catalina Island.
Aug. 20, 2023
Transportation is the largest sector of planet-warming gases, yet Americans won’t let go of their cars. Autos can mean freedom, but so can leaving them behind.
Aug. 4, 2023