As of this morning, San Francisco’s Upper Great Highway is permanently closed to car traffic.  It’s the outcome of a ballot measure that voters passed in last November’s election.  For years, the fate of the coastal highway has divided folks, especially those living on the  city’s west side. KQED’s Juan Carlos Lara has more.

<p>As of this morning, San Francisco&rsquo;s Upper Great Highway is permanently closed to car traffic.&nbsp; It&rsquo;s the outcome of a ballot measure that voters passed in last November&rsquo;s election.&nbsp; For years, the fate of the coastal highway has divided folks, especially those living on the&nbsp; city&rsquo;s west side. KQED&rsquo;s Juan Carlos Lara has more.</p>

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<p>KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.</p>