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Los Angeles, CA
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Mayor Karen Bass
20 days
"It felt like I was blessed." Esteban was homeless for two years — at first living in a car and eventually in a tent on the streets of South LA. Through Inside Safe, Esteban now has a place to sleep indoors and the support he needs to start rebuilding his life.
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Lights for a legend. Los Angeles City Hall lit in purple and gold starting at 8:24 p.m. this evening in honor of Kobe Bryant’s storied championship career and in memory of Bryant, his daughter, Gianna, and all who perished in today’s tragedy.
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This weekend we saw too many people packing beaches, trails and parks. So we are closing sports and recreation at @LACityParks and closing parking at city beaches. That doesn’t mean gather elsewhere. This is serious. Stay home and save lives.
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It’s official: our City Council has voted to rename Rodeo Road to Obama Boulevard! We’re thrilled that Angelenos and visitors will forever be reminded of the legacy of President @BarackObama when traveling across L.A.
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Today I authorized the City to disconnect utility service at a house in the Hollywood Hills to stop the large parties held there in flagrant violation of our public health orders. Parties like these can quickly and easily spread the virus and put our communities at risk.
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4 years
The responsibility for George Floyd’s death rests solely with the police officers involved. Chief Moore regrets the words he chose this evening and has clarified them.
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5 years
A message for all Angelenos: Here in Los Angeles, we will not be coordinating with ICE. Your city is on your side, we are in this together →
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4 years
Thank you @Dodgers for bringing home the #WorldSeries victory. Lighting the night in blue to honor our champs. #LATogether
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This evening, more than 40 people were sent by the Governor of Texas to our City of Los Angeles. Shortly after I took office, I directed City Departments to begin planning for an event like this. This did not catch us off guard. We are now executing our plan. 1/3
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4 years
These are the emergency steps we are taking to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 & protect people across LA, effective at midnight tonight. This isn’t easy & I don't make this decision lightly. We will do everything we can to help businesses & workers impacted during this time.
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I have lifted the curfew in the City of Los Angeles. We remain strongly committed to protecting the right of Angelenos to make their voices heard and ensuring the safety of our community.
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Thank you, @KingJames , for generously sending a taco truck to support our @LAFD firefighters, first responders, and partner agencies working to fight the #GettyFire .
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Announcing that L.A. is now the first major city in America to offer free COVID-19 testing to all residents. While priority will still be given to those with symptoms, individuals without symptoms can also be tested. Sign up at .
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It’s almost 3 p.m. Time to turn off major appliances, set the thermostat to 78 degrees (or use a fan instead), turn off excess lights and unplug any appliances you’re not using. We need every Californian to help conserve energy. Please do your part. #FlexAlert
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I know this isn’t what you want to hear, but you need to cancel the party, barbecue or get together you planned for Labor Day weekend. Gatherings like that can spread COVID-19 and put lives at risk. Please do your part to slow the spread.
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4 years
L.A. is proud to be home to the largest Armenian diaspora. We stand with the people of Armenia. I urge our leaders in Washington to conduct the sustained and rigorous diplomacy necessary to bring peace to the Artsakh region. Turkey must disengage.
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We’re going to have to celebrate differently this year. Everyone should cancel plans with others for the 4th of July. You shouldn’t gather with anyone who doesn’t live in your household. Please stay home and save lives — it’s that simple.
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4 years
There’s no denying it –– this has been a hard year. This championship win means so much to our city and the people who call it home. Thank you @Lakers for bringing us together. We’re lighting the night in purple and gold to celebrate. #ForKobe
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4 years
Food is continually en route to our stores. There is no shortage of food and no interruption in supply. Remember, we're all in this together and shouldn't hoard more than we need.
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4 years
COVID-19 is now the leading cause of death in our county. The threat posed by this virus is very real. The sacrifices we’re making to help flatten the curve are working, but there's still a long road ahead. Now is not the time to let up.
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4 years
I know many of you are feeling frustrated or wondering when we'll be able to lift the Safer at Home order. But lifting the restrictions too soon could risk lives. My promise to the people of L.A. is that evidence and medicine will continue to guide us through this crisis.
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5 years
Ermias Asghedom was an artist, entrepreneur, activist and philanthropist. He was an Angeleno. He loved this city and gave of himself to uplift his neighborhood and his neighbors. Our city mourns his loss, but his legacy endures. Rest in peace, Nipsey Hussle.
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7 years
L.A., thank you for a show of unity, peace & strength. #WomensMarch #WomensMarchLA
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Mayor Karen Bass
6 years
Nope, definitely not aliens. What you’re looking at is the first launch and landing of the @SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket on the West Coast. The rocket took off from Vandenberg Air Force Base at 7:21 p.m. and landed safely back on Earth. 🚀
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4 years
Lighting the night purple and gold in honor of Kobe and Gigi. Never forgotten.
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Mayor Karen Bass
7 years
The @Dodgers win! Lighting up the night for #ThisTeam all over L.A. #WorldSeries
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What a proud day for L.A.! This boulevard that connects our city is now named for one of the greatest presidents that this nation has ever seen. #ObamaBlvd
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4 years
I’m issuing a Safer at Home emergency order — ordering all residents of @LACity to stay inside their homes and immediately limit all nonessential movement. We’re taking this urgent action to limit the spread of COVID-19 and save lives.
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4 years
Everyone wants to know when life will go back to normal. The truth is we're not moving past COVID-19, we’re learning to live with it and take gradual steps forward. Our Safer at Home order will remain beyond May 15, but will be adjusted to let more people get back to work safely.
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4 years
A test is not a passport to party. Just because you test negative for COVID-19 doesn't mean you should get together with people outside your household. We all need to continue to avoid gatherings. This virus is deadly and we must stop the spread.
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Mayor Karen Bass
6 years
City Hall sporting @Dodgers blue. #LADetermined
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7 years
City Hall sporting @Dodgers blue! ⚾ #LetsGoDodgers #ThisTeam
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Mayor Karen Bass
4 years
If you are age 65 or older or have a chronic underlying medical condition, and have symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath or fever, you can get free testing for COVID-19 today. Learn more and make an appointment at . Share this and help save lives.
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4 years
Wear a face covering. It’s a sign of respect. It’s a symbol of love. It saves lives.
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4 years
I’m taking executive action to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in @LACity by closing bars, nightclubs, restaurants (except takeout/delivery), entertainment venues and gyms until March 31 unless extended. Grocery stores will remain open. Watch live:
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Regardless of your immigration status, I want every Angeleno to know your city is on your side. Here in Los Angeles, our police department does not coordinate with ICE or participate in immigration enforcement. Know your rights:
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11 months
Los Angeles is not a city motivated by hate or fear and we absolutely will not be swayed or moved by petty politicians playing with human lives. 2/3
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6 years
The @Dodgers win!!! #ThisTeam is taking the #WorldSeries to Game 7.
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Mayor Karen Bass
4 years
Our new COVID-19 testing site at Dodger Stadium will allow us to test up to 6,000 people per day quickly and efficiently. Tests are free and no insurance is needed. Sign up for a test today: .
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4 years
We won’t let one weekend undo a month of progress. While the sunshine is tempting, we’re staying home to save lives. The places we love — our beaches, hiking trails — will still be there when this is over. And by staying home, we’re making sure our loved ones will be too.
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4 years
Kobe Bryant was a giant who inspired, amazed, and thrilled people everywhere with his incomparable skill on the court — and awed us with his intellect and humility as a father, husband, creative genius, and ambassador for the game he loved.
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4 years
Free COVID-19 testing is available to any L.A. County resident.
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4 years
Announcing that L.A. is now the first major city in America to offer free COVID-19 testing to all residents. While priority will still be given to those with symptoms, individuals without symptoms can also be tested. Sign up at .
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I just declared a state of emergency on homelessness to unlock every tool and authority at our disposal to bring unhoused Angelenos inside. This is a matter of life and death and that’s exactly how my administration will treat it. It is a new day in Los Angeles.
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L.A. is lit for #ThisTeam . The whole city is behind you @Dodgers ! #WorldSeries
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3 years
So proud of our champions. The @Dodgers have given our city so much to root for during these difficult times. Congratulations to the boys in blue!
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4 years
As we cheer our @Lakers ’ 17th championship, please remember it's still not safe to gather in groups. Let’s honor our city's triumph by protecting others and making sure we don't spread the virus. Please celebrate safely at home. Do not gather at Staples Center. Thank you!
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4 years
I know we're all anxious to return to our routines –– to see the people we love and visit the places that make this city home. But please take this health pandemic seriously –– stay home and practice physical distancing. Every single choice you make could save a life or risk one.
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7 years
Adam West was a hero who embodied the goodness that lives in all of us & tonight we honor his spirit with the #BatSignal at LA City Hall.
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4 years
The California National Guard is being deployed to Los Angeles overnight to support our local response to maintain peace and safety on the streets of our city.
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Today, Los Angeles is making history — playing host to the #SportsEquinox ! Fans will fill the stands to cheer for 5 teams playing at home, representing 5 different sports. ⚾️ 🏀 🏒 ⚽️ 🏈 #LADetermined #ClipperNation #GoKingsGo #LAGalaxy #LARams
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7 years
The boys in blue are back! #ThisTeam never gives up… ever. #WorldSeries
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We lit City Hall purple to pay respect to a legend. #PrinceRIP
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4 years
I believe in our city. L.A. is strong enough to stand for justice and walk in love. We respect every Angeleno's right to protest, but violence and vandalism hurts all. Let's remember why we march, protect each other, and bring a peaceful end to a painful night.
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4 years
Happy Fourth. Please stay home and avoid gatherings with others. And don’t forget your face covering. That’s it. That's the tweet.
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REMINDER: Hiking trails, beaches, and sports facilities are closed in L.A. We need all Angelenos to respect these orders, so we can slow the spread of COVID-19. Do your part. Your city is counting on you. Lives depend on us staying safer at home.
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4 years
Beaches and trails remain closed this weekend. Please don’t spend your time outside. It's not worth it. We all want our city to reopen as soon as possible, but making the steady progress we are making is what will lead to recovery. For now, please keep it up.
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I can’t be more clear about this: This weekend, more than ever, you need to stay home. Beaches remain closed. Public trails remain closed. Sports and recreation facilities are closed. Unnecessary trips put lives at risk. It's that simple.
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5 months
BREAKING NEWS: The 10 is going to be safe to drive on tomorrow — WEEKS ahead of schedule — because of urgent action and collaboration at all levels of government. When we work together, nothing can stop Los Angeles.
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4 years
All Star ✔️ Gold Glove winner ✔️ Silver Slugger ✔️ And now, National League MVP ✔️ Congratulations Cody on a phenomenal season!
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🗣MVP. MVP. MVP. Congratulations, @Cody_Bellinger , on being named National League MVP!
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Condragulations @RuPaul on adding your ⭐️ to the Hollywood Walk of Fame, where it will remind everyone who sees it to love themselves and work!
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4 years
George Floyd was killed before our eyes — and we have every reason to be angry, to cry out for justice, to say never again.
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3 years
L.A. is mourning the loss of two remarkable ambassadors for our city, @Dodgers legend Tommy Lasorda and former L.A. City Councilmember Tom LaBonge. We've lit City Hall in their honor as we remember them tonight. Rest in peace.
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4 years
We have seen images of dangerously crowded farmers markets –– so I’m announcing the temporary suspension of farmers markets pending City review of physical distancing plans needed to keep communities safe. We will review plans immediately so markets can stay open this week.
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L.A. sports teams are on 🔥. ⚽️ @LAFC → going to the playoffs in their inaugural season. ⚾️ @Dodgers → headed to the #NLCS for the third year in a row. 🏈 @RamsNFL → best start to their season since 2001.
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4 years
Though we are taking some small steps forward this weekend to allow for more outdoor exercise, I want all Angelenos to remember that we are still safer at home. You still cannot gather with people who live outside your household. Period.
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7 years
The @Dodgers win!!!! #ThisTeam World Series here we come! #LetsGoDodgers
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4 years
The curfew has been expanded to the entire city to keep Angelenos safe. People in the City of Los Angeles are required to stay indoors tonight, starting at 8 p.m. until 5:30 a.m. on Sunday morning.
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Mayor Karen Bass
6 years
Always exciting to see innovative ideas like the proposed Dugout Loop to @Dodgers Stadium that could help ease congestion on our roads and make our most iconic destinations more accessible to everyone.
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The Boring Company is excited to announce Dugout Loop – a high-speed, zero-emissions, underground public transportation system, allowing fans to get from the Red Line to Dodger Stadium in under 4 minutes
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We’re requiring all Angelenos to wear face coverings when they leave the house. There are exceptions in place for small children or those with disabilities.
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A 3.8 earthquake shook the L.A. area tonight shortly after midnight. Our @LAFD has activated to conduct its routine survey of the city to assess for any damages. City teams will continue to monitor.
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Win or lose, we will always bleed @Dodgers blue.
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Dear @JeffSessions & @SecNielsen Taking children from their families is inhumane, un-American and makes us less safe. This is not what our cities stand for. Stop. — A few Mayors near la frontera @MayorofLA @JRothschildAZ @SylvesterTurner @MayorKeller
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Three in a row! Love #ThisTeam
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#DodgersWin ! FINAL: #Dodgers 6, Cubs 1
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Mood after today’s historic announcement by @POTUS . The Biden Administration has now approved nearly $138 billion in student debt cancellation for nearly 3.9 million people. It’s a great day in L.A.
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4 years
We will get through this — together. #LALove
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5 years
Our hearts are with the loved ones of Nipsey Hussle and everyone touched by this awful tragedy. L.A. is hurt deeply each time a young life is lost to senseless gun violence. My Crisis Response Team is assisting the families coping with shock and grief.
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Mayor Karen Bass
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Wishing Dr. Anthony Fauci a happy birthday. Grateful for his steady, experienced leadership for our country during these difficult days. We can honor him by following science, staying safe and stopping the surge of COVID-19.
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The sun may be shining, but we can't let up. We can't get complacent. We have to do everything we can to limit the spread of COVID-19. If you must go out, please wear a face covering in public. Maintain 6 feet of distance. Protect your family, your neighbors, your community.
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We stand with the Armenian community against violence. Azerbaijan must end its provocative and dangerous threats to strike Armenia’s civilian nuclear power plant, and must admit international monitors. Dialogue and diplomacy are the only paths to peace and safety for the region.
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As we head into the weekend, please remember that our Safer at Home order is still in effect. I know it’s hard to have our favorite places –– our beaches and hiking trails –– closed. But these restrictions will save lives. Please stay home and reduce the spread of COVID-19.
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Angelenos stand with our Ukrainian brothers and sisters 🇺🇦
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I stand with Angelenos protesting for racial justice. This moment demands action.
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Today @LAPublicHealth is closing all public trails, beaches and piers within the county. These are difficult decisions, but I agree they are vitally needed steps to protect the health and safety of our communities, and save lives.
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7 years
Join us at City Hall to pay tribute to Hollywood legend Adam West & light the bat-signal for the #BrightKnight .
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4 years
City Hall and the LAX pylons will stay illuminated in purple and gold for the rest of the week. Rest in power.
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Great to see you again, Mr. President! @BarackObama , we miss you — thanks for spending some time in L.A.
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Kobe will live forever in the heart of Los Angeles, and will be remembered through the ages as one of our greatest heroes.
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As we started reopening more businesses, we cautioned that we may need to change course to protect public health from this deadly virus. I support @CAGovernor ’s order to close bars in L.A. County and other counties to limit the spread of COVID-19.
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Happy 90th birthday to the legendary Vin Scully!
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The boys in blue are going back to the World Series! Our city is now one step closer to bringing home our first title in a generation — and Angelenos cannot wait to cheer them on through every inning and every game. Go @Dodgers !
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WORLD SERIES BOUND.
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We're back. Sweet 17. Thank you @Lakers for bringing it home on a year we needed it. #ForKobe
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Thank you all for your collective sacrifice to help flatten the curve. Thank you for wearing a face covering. Thank you for staying home. We're saving lives — someone's sister, someone's grandfather, someone's loved one. These aren't numbers, they're our neighbors. #LALove
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Welcome to L.A., @USWNT — and good luck tonight! We’re all rooting for you. ⚽️⚽️⚽️ #VictoryTour | #USAvIRL
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Lighting the night for our Sister City of Beirut, as we send our prayers and thoughts of healing to Lebanon.
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Here’s the first look at renderings of the proposed gondola that could take fans from Union Station straight to @Dodgers Stadium.
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