freeway

For many Angelenos, the Interstate 405 is more than asphalt and overpasses—it’s a test of patience, a stage for life’s unpredictability, and a crucible where mornings can derail dreams and evenings can birth epiphanies. This essay compiles first-person accounts from drivers, rideshare operators, and road-warriors ensnared in the 405’s infamous gridlock—from Sherman Oaks to Long…