WeHo's Large Russian And Ukrainian Population Closely Following Invasion

By CBSLA Staff, CBS Los Angeles:

WEST HOLLYWOOD (CBSLA) – Southern California is home to a large Russian community, though many people might not realize that West Hollywood claims more Russian speakers than any US city outside of New York.

In the 1970’s, the city offered a fresh start for Jews fleeing the former Soviet Union from religious oppression after World War II.

“I grew up here. I know every corner,” said restaurant owner Oleg Atroshenko.

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