Los Angeles to Host 2028 Olympics

Crossword clue reveals upcoming Olympic host city

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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A crossword clue in the USA Today puzzle on February 5, 2026 revealed that the city of Los Angeles will be the host for the 2028 Summer Olympics. The 3-letter answer to the clue "___ Angeles (host city for the 2028 Olympics)" was "LOS", referring to the city of Los Angeles, California.

Why it matters

The 2028 Olympics will mark the third time Los Angeles has hosted the games, after previously hosting in 1932 and 1984. Hosting the Olympics is a major event that brings global attention and economic impact to the host city.

The details

The crossword clue was part of the USA Today puzzle published on February 5, 2026. The clue asked for a 3-letter answer to the phrase "___ Angeles (host city for the 2028 Olympics)", and the solution revealed was "LOS", referring to the city of Los Angeles.

  • The crossword clue was published on February 5, 2026.
  • Los Angeles was announced as the host city for the 2028 Summer Olympics.

The players

Los Angeles

The city of Los Angeles, California, which will host the 2028 Summer Olympics.

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What they’re saying

“Hosting the Olympics is a huge honor for any city, and we're thrilled that Los Angeles will have the opportunity to showcase our city on the global stage once again.”

— Eric Garcetti, Mayor of Los Angeles (Los Angeles Times)

What’s next

The International Olympic Committee will work closely with Los Angeles organizers over the next several years to prepare the city to host the 2028 Summer Games.

The takeaway

The crossword clue reveals that Los Angeles, a city with a rich Olympic history, will be the host for the 2028 Summer Olympics, bringing global attention and economic impact to the region.