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Questions about Inglewood, California

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was Inglewood incorporated as a city?

Inglewood was incorporated as a city on the 14th of February 1908. This event marked the official establishment of the municipality after earlier development efforts by Daniel Freeman and the Centinela-Inglewood Company.

What major labor strike occurred in Inglewood during World War II?

A wildcat strike closed the North American Aviation factory on the 4th of June 1941, halting production of fighter planes that accounted for one-fourth of the nation's output. President Franklin Roosevelt subsequently sent in the California national guard to reopen the plant following intervention from Washington.

Who became the first black mayor of Inglewood and when did his term begin?

Edward Vincent Jr. became Inglewood's first black mayor in 1983. His tenure lasted until 1997, followed by consecutive elections of African-American mayors including Roosevelt F. Dorn, Danny Tabor, and James T. Butts Jr.

When did The Forum open and what is its current name?

The Forum opened in 1967 and was renamed Kia Forum on the 4th of April 2022 through a naming rights deal between Steve Ballmer and car manufacturer Kia. The venue previously served as home to the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Kings before they moved to the Staples Center in 1999.

How many neighborhoods does Inglewood contain and which are listed on street signs?

Inglewood consists of 10 neighborhoods indicated by symbols on street signs including Morningside Park, Downtown Inglewood, Fairview Heights, Arbor Village, Hollypark Knolls, Centinela Heights, Century Heights, Inglewood Knolls, and Lockhaven. The Crenshaw-Imperial district also features its own branch public library and an important shopping center for the area.