WeHo's Large Russian And Ukrainian Population Closely Following Invasion

West Hollywood CA

25 February, 2022

1:49 PM

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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. Read more at CBSLA CBS Local Digital Media personalizes the global reach of CBS-owned and operated television and radio stations with a local perspective.