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Risking life and limb for glory: Olympic surf competition to be held on world’s ‘heaviest wave’
LOS ANGELES - The world's "heaviest wave" is born near the South Pole, where fierce storms pound the ocean's surface like angry fists, sending pulses of energy racing north, unimpeded, for thousands of miles. That force is all but invisible until it suddenly rides up a steep, smooth ramp on...
13-year-old California swimmer qualifies for Olympic trials
LOS ANGELES - A California teen continues to make waves after qualifying for the Olympic trials this summer. Swimming prodigy Gabi Brito has already broken records in California. At just 13 years old, she swam the 50-meter freestyle race in 25.42 seconds. Her phenomenal time made her the fastest 13-year-old to swim the event in Southern California, which then earned her a spot in the 2024 Paris Olympic trials.
History of United States cities hosting the Olympics with Los Angeles 2028 up next
With the Olympic cauldron set to light in Paris, it won't be long before the Games make a return to the United States. The U.S. has plenty of hosting experience under its belt. Not only will it add some more in 2028, but the nation now has another Olympics lined up for 2034.
Black Rodeo Matters in Los Angeles
Known as the “GREATEST SHOW ON DIRT,” the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo celebrated its 40th anniversary by performing to a sold-out audience on June 20-21, at the Industry Hills Expo Center in the City of Industry. Often coined as the Black Rodeo, the show offered attendees a chance...
Snoop Dogg Reacts To Carrying Olympic Torch Friday
Snoop Dogg had a distinct honor on Friday. The legendary musician got to carry the Olympic torch as the opening ceremonies for the 2024 Summer Olympics are set to get underway at 1:30 p.m. ET. "Did something today," Snoop Dogg tweeted. Snoop Dogg carried the Olympic torch next to the ...
Los Angeles heads to Paris for start of Olympic Games
Los Angeles has a unique stake in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, since Paris will be passing the torch to L.A. to host the 2028 Olympics. The organization LA28 will be attending the Paris events as part of the preparations. “There is really nothing that compares to an Olympic and...
From the Youth Circuit to the Olympics
Born and raised in Miami, Twanisha Terry discovered her passion for running at a young age. Her natural speed and agility quickly caught the attention of coaches and scouts, leading her to embark on a journey through the youth track circuit. “I started when I was nine years old,” she...
Ahead of 2028, Mayor Bass travels with Jill Biden to Paris Olympic Games
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will travel to Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics on Wednesday, with city council members and civic leaders.As part of the presidential delegation, Bass traveled to Washington D.C. on Tuesday to fly to Paris with First Lady Jill Biden. Council President Paul Krekorian, L.A. Metro CEO Stephanie Wiggins, Councilmember Traci Park and other local politicians are also attending the Games.During the trip, Bass will look ahead to the 2028 L.A. Olympics. She will also examine Paris's innovative housing, green transportation and infrastructure projects, according to a statement on the mayor's website.Ahead of the 2028 Games,...
$200M approved for bus leasing program ahead of L.A. 2028 Olympics
An initial $200 million federal grant is in the works to assist the Southland in establishing a bus leasing program and bolster infrastructure in preparation of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla announced Friday.
Will LA be ready to host 2028 Olympics? Mayor Bass addresses top concerns in one-on-one interview
In just a few years, Los Angeles will host the Olympics and with all the excitement comes some logistical concerns.Is the city ready for the global spotlight? How will leaders tackle pressing issues, such as homelessness and the city's infrastructure?Paris and L.A. were concurrently awarded the 2024 and 2028 Olympics back in 2017. City officials have been paying close attention to Paris' preparations and are now getting a firsthand look at what it will take to pull off a successful global event.We want the world to see Los Angeles at its best.Eyewitness News spoke with Mayor Karen Bass about the...
Paris Olympics just getting started, but local businesses are already preparing for 2028 LA Games
LOS ANGELES — Although the Paris Olympics is just getting underway, the excitement for the 2028 Games in Los Angeles is already stirring among local businesses. For Pez Cantina, it's a countdown to showcasing the best of the city through food and culture. In the bustling kitchen of his...
Funds boost infrastructure ahead of Olympics
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass welcomed U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg to Los Angeles on July 18 to highlight ways in which the city is preparing for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. During the visit, local leaders highlighted federal investments to expand L.A.’s public transportation system and better...
Huntington Park runner joins the list of finishers of the top six marathons in the world
With the upcoming celebration of the Summer Olympics 2024 in Paris, fans worldwide are ready to cheer for their favorite athletes who aim for the gold medal. Antonia Guzman wants to watch swimming, gymnastics, and track. As a runner herself, she finds this a very exciting moment. Guzman is not...
THIS WEEKEND: “They Will Skate Again” at Venice Skate Park
Volunteers and Skaters Are Still Needed for This Saturday’s Event. Life Rolls On, the organization founded by three-time world champion quadriplegic surfer Jesse Billauer, will host its “They Will Skate Again” event on Saturday, July 27, at Venice Skate Park. The event aims to provide adaptive athletes with an opportunity to experience the joy of skateboarding.
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