Which Way, L.A.?

Which Way to South Central L.A.?

The City of Los Angeles used to have a neighborhood called South Central. But 5 years ago, it got a new name: South Los Angeles . Official maps now use the new designation—but while the place is still there, it’s gone undercover.

By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

The City of Los Angeles used to have a neighborhood called South Central.But 5 years ago, it got a new name: South Los Angeles. Official maps now use the new designation—but while the place is still there, it’s gone undercover.

Warren Olney
former KCRW broadcaster
Katie Cooper
Producer, 'One year Later'
Christian Bordal
Managing Producer, Greater LA
Jill Leovy
Los Angeles Times

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Which Way, L.A.?

Which Way to South Central L.A.?

The City of Los Angeles used to have a neighborhood called South Central. But 5 years ago, it got a new name: South Los Angeles . Official maps now use the new designation—but while the place is still there, it’s gone undercover.

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Which Way, L.A.?

Which Way to South Central L.A.?

The City of Los Angeles used to have a neighborhood called South Central. But 5 years ago, it got a new name: South Los Angeles . Official maps now use the new designation—but while the place is still there, it’s gone undercover.

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