Transforming the Los Angeles River (Preview)
Preview: Season 5 Episode 2 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions
A transformed L.A. River is envisioned by the communities that live at its edge.
A transformed L.A. River is envisioned by the communities that live at its edge. In the process, residents also must reconcile with the river channel's past. From artists in Elysian Valley, to store owners in Chinatown, to Indigenous leaders, these communities are working to ensure everyone is included in new plans for the river's 51 miles.
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Transforming the Los Angeles River (Preview)
Preview: Season 5 Episode 2 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions
A transformed L.A. River is envisioned by the communities that live at its edge. In the process, residents also must reconcile with the river channel's past. From artists in Elysian Valley, to store owners in Chinatown, to Indigenous leaders, these communities are working to ensure everyone is included in new plans for the river's 51 miles.
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Learn Moreabout PBS online sponsorshipComing up on Earth Focus: -Local leaders imagine a greener L.A. River that preserves the homes and livelihoods of its communities.
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-It starts with who are the most vulnerable and improve their quality of life as we're remaking L.A. -Earth Focus.
Chinatown's Shift from Affordable to Investment Destination
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Clip: S5 Ep2 | 3m 33s | Chinatown residents wonder if the benefits of L.A. River restoration will pass them by. (3m 33s)
Green Gentrification in Elysian Valley
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Clip: S5 Ep2 | 4m 55s | The rebranding of Elysian Valley as a green space is pricing out many longtime residents. (4m 55s)
L.A. River's Legacy of Displacement
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Clip: S5 Ep2 | 47s | For centuries, the L.A. river has shaped life for residents, while also displacing many. (47s)
Unlikely Allies Fight for Affordable Housing Solutions Along the L.A. River
Clip: S5 Ep2 | 3m 8s | Unlikely allies join forces to add affordable housing solutions into the L.A. River Master Plan. (3m 8s)
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