LeBron James is just one of many Southern California athletes who will be part of the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony.
Along the way, watch for these nods to the 2028 Olympics host, the city of Los Angeles and Southern California.Get Los Angeles's latest local news on crime, entertainment, weather, schools, COVID, cost of living and more. Here's your go-to source for today's LA news.
"It's an incredible honor to represent the United States on this global stage, especially in a moment that can bring the whole world together," James said in a statement Monday following the announcement he would be a flag bearer. For a kid from Akron, this responsibility means everything to not only myself, but to my family, all the kids in my hometown, my teammates, fellow Olympians and so many people across the country with big aspirations.
Bass arrived in Paris late Thursday morning with first lady Jill Biden and other members of the presidential delegation, which also includes Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California. Bass will be in Paris through Sunday then return Aug. 7-12 to continue meetings to prepare to host the 2028 Games.
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