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CBS News
08-05-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
Mayor Bass, leaders from 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games expected to make important announcement
Mayor Karen Bass and leaders from the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games are expected to make an important announcement Thursday morning. Los Angeles is getting ready to welcome the world for the summer games and Bass has said the city needs to make major improvements to clean up the city. Los Angeles is no stranger to hosting the Olympics, the city was home to the Summer Games in 1984 and 1932. Mayor Bass and leaders from the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games are expected to make an important announcement. SOPA Images Several changes have been made to the venue plan, including moving beach volleyball to Alamtios Beach and the equestrian competition to Santa Anita Park. Last month, organizers for L28 unveiled an updated venue plan, adding the Universal Studios lot as the host site for squash and Dodger Stadium for baseball. Surfing competition is to take place at Trestles Beach in San Clemente, known for its consistent waves. Venice Beach will host the triathlon, which relocated from Long Beach, and will also serve as the starting point in both the marathon and the cycling road courses. The courses and finishes for both will be confirmed and announced at a later date, organizers said. "This plan brings the Games to all corners of our city like never before — from the Sepulveda Basin to the iconic shores of Venice Beach, our world-famous neighborhoods as well as our hidden gems will be on full display for all to experience and enjoy," Mayor Karen Bass said. The Honda Center in Anaheim is expected to receive $1 billion in improvements ahead of the Olympics. The venue has been selected to host indoor volleyball. "This is more than just an investment in a venue — it's an investment in Anaheim and the future of Orange County as a global destination for live entertainment," said Bill Foltz, the CEO of OC Sports and Entertainment in a statement. "Honda Center Encore reflects our commitment to delivering a world-class experience for every guest, every visit — all made possible through the vision and generosity of the Samueli Family." Venue sites for 2028 Summer Olympics competition: City of Los Angeles – 2028 Host City 3x3 Basketball in the Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area Baseball in Dodger Stadium Boxing in the Peacock Theater in Downtown Los Angeles (preliminaries), Arena in Downtown Los Angeles (finals) Cycling Road in Venice Beach (starting point) Marathon in Venice Beach (starting point) Modern Pentathlon in the Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area Rhythmic Gymnastics in the USC Sports Center Squash at the Universal Studios Lot Triathlon in Venice Beach City of Carson – 2028 Venue City Archery in the Stadium City Long Beach – 2028 Venue City Beach Volleyball at Alamitos Beach Coastal Rowing at the Waterfront Target Shooting in the Convention Center Sport Climbing at the Convention Center Lot City of Anaheim Volleyball in the Arena City of Arcadia Equestrian at Santa Anita Park City of Pomona Cricket at the Fairgrounds City of San Clemente Surfing at Trestles Beach City of South El Monte Shotgun Shooting at the Shotgun Center
CBS News
04-05-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Honda Center in Anaheim to receive $1 billion in improvements ahead of 2028 Olympics
The Honda Center in Anaheim is slated to receive $1 billion in improvements ahead of the 2028 Summer Olympics, in which they were selected to host indoor volleyball. The venue, which plays host to the National Hockey League's Anaheim Ducks and also hosts dozens of other concerts and events throughout the year, will remain open throughout the design, officials said. "This is more than just an investment in a venue — it's an investment in Anaheim and the future of Orange County as a global destination for live entertainment," said Bill Foltz, the CEO of OC Sports and Entertainment in a statement. "Honda Center Encore reflects our commitment to delivering a world-class experience for every guest, every visit — all made possible through the vision and generosity of the Samueli Family." Improvements being made to the arena include: A five-story entrance on the building's south side, with plans for a digital display for outdoor viewing parties, new escalators, new food and beverage spots that include self-service so fans have easier access to refreshments, new suites for private parties, new opera box suites on the main concourse, as well as the renovation of 68 luxury suites, three new parking garages for 6,000 spaces. "As our partnership approaches two decades, we are proud to be a part of this re-imagining of the Honda Center into a world-class facility where dreams come true," said American Honda Motor Co. Assistant Vice President Jennifer Symington in a statement. "This renewed commitment to the community and visitors will make Orange County and the Honda Center a premier destination for sports and entertainment."
