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EPISODE · Apr 29, 2026 · 1 MIN

#OTD: LA Riots Erupted After Rodney King Verdict

from AURN News · host Clay Cane

On April 29, 1992, the acquittal of officers in the Rodney King beating sparked the Los Angeles riots. The unrest lasted six days, leaving dozens dead, thousands injured and causing more than $1 billion in damage. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 1992 Los Angeles riots erupted after the Rodney King verdict.

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