An atlas of redlining, “urban renewal,” and environmental racism Latest Post LA’s original Chinatown, before-and-after it was entirely demolished for the construction of Union Station, the Hollywood Freeway, and the creation of “Civic Center” between the 1930s-1950s. See Post Subscribe to the newsletter. Sign up with to receive new entries directly via email, including high-res images and maps. Email Address Sign Up Thank you! CITIES COVERED SO FAR: