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Reflection and Celebration Mark 50th Anniversary of Watts Riot

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Fifty years ago today in South Los Angeles, the Watts riots began. The riots spanned over six days. More than 30 people died and nearly 4,000 were arrested. Residents who lived through those troubled times say a lot has changed. Police and community relations are better, but the neighborhood still faces many challenges.

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