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    Kobe Bryant’s legacy lives on, from murals to youth leagues

    One year after his passing, Kobe Bryant’s legacy continues. The Lakers’ 2020 championship victory was dedicated to him. LA artists have painted hundreds of murals around town to represent him and his daughter Gianna.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • Jan 27, 2021 • 25m Listen

    One year after his passing, Kobe Bryant’s legacy continues. The Lakers’ 2020 championship victory was dedicated to him. LA artists have painted hundreds of murals around town to represent him and his daughter Gianna. A local youth basketball coach gains inspiration from Bryant on and off the court.

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    3 stories
    1. 0:00

      LA artists keep Kobe Bryant’s image and legacy alive

      A year ago today, a helicopter crashed into a hillside in Calabasas, killing Los Angeles Laker Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna (aka Gigi), along with seven other people.

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      9 min
    2. 9:10

      LA basketball coach says Kobe Bryant’s influence goes beyond the court

      Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna were going to her basketball game when their helicopter crashed one year ago today. The news was a gut punch for young athletes and their coaches.

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      9 min
    3. 18:08

      LA Metro has more money than expected. Where should it go?

      LA Metro is expecting almost $300 million more in revenue than it expected, thanks to sales tax money.

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      7 min
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      Steve Chiotakis

      Afternoon News Anchor

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Jenna Kagel

      Radio producer

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      Kathryn Barnes

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    In this episode

    3 stories
    1. 0:009 min

      LA artists keep Kobe Bryant’s image and legacy alive

    2. 9:109 min

      LA basketball coach says Kobe Bryant’s influence goes beyond the court

    3. 18:087 min

      LA Metro has more money than expected. Where should it go?

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